Services to Youth
The primary goals of this facet are to:
* Promote early literacy
* Implement local mentoring programs from kindergarten through college
* Close the academic achievement gaps from kindergarten through college
* Introduce and support Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) education and career readiness
Implement college readiness programs
* Increase high school and college graduation rates
* Award college scholarships and build educational endowments
* Promote and support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
The Services to Youth facet is currently presenting five national initiatives and two signature programs in support of our mission to enrich the lives of, and advocate for the betterment of, African-American youth.
Greater Pearland Area (TX) Chapter
Igniting Our Compassion for Service Through the Spirit of Friendship
Health & Human Services
The Links, Incorporated established the Health and Human Services facet in response to the chronic health disparities that persist in black communities and result in the decreased life expectancy of African Americans and other people of African ancestry. The goal of HHS is to promote and facilitate programs that support the maintenance of good health and the elimination of chronic health disparities in communities of color through education, health advocacy, and optimal utilization of health resources. Community education about health risks is crucial and The Links, Incorporated plays a significant role in providing it.
Mindfulness Matters Series
Series #1
GPAC Health and Human Services presents Mindfulness Matters Series Part 1: A Woman's Wellness Experience- Virtual Yoga
Mindfulness Matters Series #2
GPAC Health and Human Services presents Mindfulness Matters Series 2: Your Body, Your Health. Featuring: Link Stacy Jones Reed, MD.
Event Video:
GPAC Health and Human Services presents Mindfulness Matters Series 2: Your Body, Your Health. Featuring: Link Stacy Jones Reed, MD.
Mindfulness Matters Series #3
GPAC Health and Human Services presents Mindfulness Matters Series 3: COVID-19, Black Women and the Black Community
Event Video: GPAC Health and Human Services present: Mindfulness Matters Series 3: COVID-19, Black Women and the Black Community
Mindfulness Matters Series #4
GPAC Health and Human Services present Mindfulness Matters Series 4: Candid Conversation about Mental Health and African Americans.
Event Video: GPAC Health and Human Services present Mindfulness Matters Series 4:Candid Conversation about Mental Health and African Americans.
Mindfulness Matters Series #5
GPAC Health and Human Services present Mindfulness Matters Series 5: Healthcare Navigation Tool Kit
Event Video: GPAC Health and Human Services present Mindfulness Matters Series 5:Healthcare Navigation Tool Kit/Breast Care Awareness and Beyond
Health & Human Services
Nettie Jones, Chair
Kadria Derrick, Co Chair
Be A BOSS
Program
Business Opportunities for Student Success
Being entrepreneurial isn’t just about starting companies. It is about having a vision and making it a reality. It is a way of thinking that can be learned and practiced.
Develop the entrepreneur mindset and skill sets to promote entrepreneurship in under severed communities.