Forward Promise
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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.
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In the Tribal Communities of California's Pauma Valley, it Takes a Village to Combat Chronic Illness
September 12, 2011 | Program Results Report
In North San Diego County, the Indian Health Council is using the Chronic Care Model to engage patients in their own care.
Meditation Course Helps Native Americans Sustain Recovery
July 23, 2009 | Story
Marlatt and colleagues conducted a study in a prison in Seattle in which inmates were given the opportunity to participate in a 10-day Vipassana meditation course.
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.
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
Forward Promise Overview
Grant/National Program
Learn about the challenge and unique position of boys and young men of color, and Forward Promise's strategy for the field.
Forward Promise Advisory Committee Members
Grant/Staff and Leadership/National Program
Learn about the professional working in the young men of color field who comprise Forward Promise's Advisory Committee
New Policy Brief and Update on Forward Promise
February 28, 2013 | Story/Issue Brief
A new policy brief provides an overview of findings from a scan conducted by RWJF and CLASP to surface the most pressing issues facing boys and young men of color in the areas of education, health, and employment.
Changing Patterns in Health Behaviors and Risk Factors Related to Cardiovascular Disease Among American Indians and Alaska Natives
April 1, 2010 | Journal Article
An examination of changes in cardiovascular disease-related risk factors and health outcomes for American Indians and Alaska Natives found increases in the prevalence of diabetes, obesity and hypertension for all age groups, regions and educational levels.