GIFFORD — Youth and their parents are invited to attend “Youth Taking Charge” on Saturday, October 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gifford Youth Activity Center, 4875 43rd Ave. in Vero Beach.
This free event will provide attendees with empowering educational opportunities to help them make positive choices during their lives.
“Giving our youth the tools they need to succeed and stay away from bad choices is what this event is all about,” said John May, Outreach Coordinator for Indian River County Health Department.
To encourage youth to participate in the events, sponsors are providing incentives that will be raffled off throughout the day, including a laptop, tablet, gift cards, flash drives, and a scholarship for Gifford Youth Activity Center.
Lunch will be provided as well as live entertainment.
“Come on out to have fun with us, and help our youth stand to make a difference,” added May, encouragingly, to youth and their parents.
Topics and Presenters:
Anti Bullying Message – Shirley Rosemond, Indian River County Sheriff’s Office
Narcotics Overdose Prevention and Education (NOPE) – Owen Messinger, Indian River County Sheriff’s Office
HIV Awareness – John May, Indian River County Health Department
STD Prevention – Cindi Miller, RN, Indian River County Health Department
Gang Awareness and Prevention – Pastor Jerome Rhyant
Criminal Activity Prevention Message – Indian River County Sheriff’s Office
Big Dog Ministry Feats of Strength Presentation – Pastor Curtis Bryant
For more information regarding this event, please contact John May, Outreach Coordinator, at (772) 794-7479.
