Empowerment3 - Center for Physical Activity and Wellness for Underserved Youth

Contact Information

College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Contact Details

overcomingbarriers@jmu.edu

Description

Based in Harrisonburg, Empowerment 3 is a center designed to provide a strong connection between education, research and service for underserved youth and break down the barriers inhibiting their success and overall wellness, both as individuals and members of society. Its mission is to empower and equip underserved youth, their parents, college students (as future professionals) and community organizations to influence positive change in the immediate and future communities.

Web Presence

http://empowerment3.jmu.edu/?_ga=1.43398693.1078759314.1478782055

Involvement

Involves Faculty, Involves Staff, Involves Students, Involves Participants External to JMU

Date

Ongoing

Frequency

Ongoing (Currently in existence, year round)

Areas of Engagement

Community Engagement, Engaged Learning

Format

Department or Center