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Requesting to accept a $25,000 MA Public Health Grant forthe SCAP Social Norms/Marketing/Media Project to support several youth initiatives.
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Dear Honorable Board of Aldermen
I respectfully request that your Honorable Board accept $25,000.00 that the Somerville Cares About Prevention (SCAP) has been awarded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health through the Community Health Network Area (CHNA) 17 to support youth activities as noted below:
The SCAP Social Norms/Marketing/Media Project is a prevention initiative that will address substance abuse, bullying, mental health and youth access to services health priorities among Somerville youth. Current Somerville Youth Risk Behavior Survey data shows elevated risks around the above mentioned public health issues, particularly among female youth.
Outlined strategies include various activities that promote positive social norms through numerous social networking sites and promotional items. Activities involve collaboration and partnerships among many community agencies and organizations.
Funding per the budget submitted to CHNA 17 will provide support for a part time project coordinator; stipends for youth of a variety of ages, as well as supplies to support a social norms media based campaign.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Respectfully submitted,
Joseph A. Curtatone
Mayor