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Workshops for Youth

Our youth workshops provide opportunities for young people to draw out their own knowledge and to supplement this knowledge with honest information, enabling them to make their own choices. These workshops also engage young people in role plays and other dynamic activities, so that they leave the workshops not just with textbook knowledge, but with the experience of acting on that knowledge.

Frequently asked questions about workshops
View a current list of workshop topics


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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does each workshop take?
90 minutes. We prefer to do a series of at least 3 workshops with the same group of youth. With enough notice, we can combine workshops and make adjustments to fit your program's needs.

Where are they located?
We come to you! We are based in San Francisco, but we'll do workshops anywhere in the Bay Area with sufficient notice.

For more details about workshops, including fee information, contact:
415-274-1970 x25

To request a workshop:
To request a workshop simply download our workshop request form and fax it in to 415-274-1976. We do our best to fill every workshop request, however, our health workshops are extremely popular and sometimes our educators are booked 2 or more months in advance. Faxing in your workshop request form as early as possible will help us to accommodate your request. .

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WORKSHOPS IN SPANISH NOW AVAILABLE!

HIFY Workshops in Spanish
¡Ahora ofrecemos talleres para jovenes en español! Para información sobre nuestros temas o para programar un taller, haz clic aqui.

HIFY now offers many of our youth workshops in Spanish! Click below for more information.

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LEARN TO MAKE A ZINE!

HIFY "WORDZ" WORKSHOPS
Writing Our Realities Down through Zines

This workshop series utilizes the power of writing and self-expression to engage youth in discussion and activities about health. We currently do two topics: Body Image and Healthy Relationships! In addition to writing, participants will also learn some zine-making basics, and at the end of the series, the group will have their very own zine, and the tools necessary for future projects.

Contact Maliyah at (415) 274-1970 ext 15 for more info.

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HIFY Digital Storytelling Workshops

Our newest project, HIFY's "Tell It" Digital Storytelling workshop series, is now available for scheduling!

You live your own life.
you speak your own truth.

Tell it.

digital storytelling for you(th)

  • make a digital piece with your own poetry, spoken word, hip-hop or story
  • real, raw, it’s all about you, your life, your thoughts, your dreams
  • learn basic editing & sound recording in 6-8 workshops in just 2 months
  • Free workshops for YOUTH 13-18 OF ALL genders, sexualities and ethnicities
  • leave with your own video on dvd to show your friends & community
  • all workshops in sf or oakland near bart & INCLUDE EQUIPMENT & materials

Contact Philipe
mediaarts@hify.org
415-274-1970 x35

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We currently offer the following workshops:

Anti-Homophobia:
Homophobia hurts us all - regardless of who we date. By demystifying terms in group discussions, young people gain awareness of homophobia in our communities and brainstorm creative responses to damaging stereotypes and ways to be allies.

Body Image:
With messages bombarding youth from all sides, how can anyone cultivate a positive body image? Using games and interactive discussion, we encourage youth to see the gender stereotypes and commercial interests behind the media's version of "ideal beauty."

Doctors, Clinics and Testing:
Every young person has the right to be healthy. This workshop incorporates a no-nonsense approach to health care access with fun exercises including skits and information on legal rights.

HIV 101 Game Show:
This high-energy workshop covers: basic definitions and information on transmission, testing, and harm reduction. A great starting point for further dialogue about young people's experience with HIV.

Self Esteem: My Body, My life, My Choices:
Your identity, your relationships, your body, your choices, your future!  What is it that shapes a young person's self-esteem? Using creative exercises and interactive discussion, this workshop helps young people recognize the power they have to create positive connections with each other and to forge a stronger future for themselves.

STDs and Safer Sex:
As the rates of sexually transmitted diseases rise among young people, so does the stigma for those who are infected. Instead of fear-based tactics, our safer sex message incorporates both the how and the why of protection for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation.

Substance Use & Harm Reduction:
Through small group work and facilitated discussion, we explore substance use in a non-judgmental way. We discuss the reasons why people use drugs, and how to make informed decisions to reduce the harm of any drug.

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Peer Educator Retreats

HIFY offers retreats for peer educators. Peer educators and their coordinators from several programs come together to share information and training styles during these extended Training of Trainers overnight retreats.

Next Peer Educator Retreat coming Spring 2008!!!

Our next Peer Educator Retreat will be sometime next Spring at a location to be announced. STAY TUNED!!!

Click here for more info on Peer Educator Retreats

 

Health Initiatives for Youth
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 430 | San Francisco, CA 94104
415-274-1970 | 415-274-1976 fax | info@hify.org

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