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Think First is effective
and successful largely because of young speakers who help us deliver
the Think First message. Think First VIPs (Voices for Injury Prevention)
share their personal stories with audiences of all ages. VIPs are
individuals that have sustained a brain or spinal cord injury and
wish to share their prevention message with others. They tell us that
sharing their story through Think First gives them the unique, rewarding
opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people.
Think First VIPs talk candidly with students about their lives before their injury, how they were injured, how their lives have changed since sustaining their injury, and about the decisions and circumstances that led to their injuries. Each presentation is followed by a question and answer discussion session. VIPs are specially chosen for their expertise in health education and their ability to relate to young people. Their compelling stories have a powerful impact on students and are central to Think First's success in decreasing risk behaviors among Oregon's young people. Meet Think First's VIPs by clicking here. If your organization would like more information about our program, or about how someone you know can become involved as a speaker or volunteer, please e-mail thnkfrst@ohsu.edu or call (503) 494-7801. |
| ThinkFirst Oregon, Oregon Health & Science
University 3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road L603, Portland, OR 97239-3098 Phone: (503) 494-7801 Fax: (503) 494-5627 E-mail: thknfrst@ohsu.edu |
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