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Using Native Values and Strengths to Help People Heal
Story
Victor Joseph was named an RWJF Community Health Leader in 2001 for his leadership of an addiction recovery program for Alaska Natives. Today he works to expand access to health care for the 42 tribes living in the interior of Alaska.
RWJF Joins Major Initiative to Aid Boys and Men of Color
April 16, 2013 | Feature
Foundation Leaders Pledge Action on Issues Facing Boys and Young Men of Color
Public Health Nurse Helps Nation's Most Vulnerable
December 18, 2011 | Story
RWJF Scholar treats the kind of people he grew up with: the poor, the oppressed and the marginalized.
Forward Promise
Feature
A new $9.5 million initiative of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation focused on promoting opportunities for the health and success of middle school- and high school-aged boys and young men of color.
Forward Promise: Updates and News
Commentary/Issue Brief/Report/Story
The latest news and resources about Forward Promise, including updates from Program Officer Maisha Simmons.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Awards $5 Million to Advance Efforts Improving Health and Success of Young Men of Color
July 17, 2013 | News Release
Grants to spread impact of programs that strengthen connections to education, employment, and good health.
Announcing Our First Group of Forward Promise Grantees
July 17, 2013 | Story/Grant
Ten organizations were selected to strengthen connections to education, employment, and good health.
Forward Promise Innovation Grants
July 17, 2013 | Feature
RWJF selects ten grantee organizations that excel in improving the health and success of young men of color
Circle of Health Program Designed to Address Risky Behaviors by Native American Youths in Phoenix
April 1, 2004 | Program Results Report
The American Indian Prevention Coalition undertook a planning process to develop a program aimed at preventing substance abuse, violence and other risky behaviors among Native American youth living in Phoenix.
Alaska Summer Camp that Promotes Healthy Lifestyles for Native Teens Adds Non-Natives to the Mix
February 1, 2003 | Program Results Report
In the summer of 2001, the Cook Inlet Tribal Council created its Summer Youth Enhancement Camp a program of reforestation, education and cultural appreciation near Ninilchik, Alaska.