Philadelphia Ujima

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Philadelphia Ujima Brings Health Education to Women's Prison

Raise and shine, Ujima’s next latest adventure was to the Riverside Correctional facilities for Women’s in Philadelphia on July 14, 2010.
At the correctional facilities, a great number of influential organizations attended the fair addressing a composite of health, wellness and advice on transitioning back into society to the women and staff. The participants thoroughly enjoyed the presentations, giveaways and helpful information that were dispensed at the fair. Ujima’s presented a wide range of information covering nutrition, sexual health and women’s general health. The participants enjoyed the visual demonstration of our breast kit which simulated a real life like breast with cancerous tumors, addressing the importance of self awareness for a healthier you.

Friday, April 23, 2010

Philadelphia Ujima Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week 2010!

National Teacher Appreciation Week which last from the 3rd till the 7th, is the week in which you can show your gratitude to the special teachers in your life. Celebrate those that imparted their invaluable knowledge over the years. The truth is that we are ALL teachers and we are ALL learners. And when it comes to health and wellness, it doesn't get much clearer. Our role as teachers and learners are very clear and concrete.

1. All of us are DISPENSER OF KNOWLEDGE. We should be telling, teaching, disseminating information as it relates to health and wellness to our friends, family, and community. Knowledge is truly power and without it, we can't begin to change ourselves.

2. we are all ROLE MODELS. When it comes to nutrition and fitness, we should be remodeling the healthy behaviors that we preach. Mom can't tell her kids to eat healthy, when she not doing it herself. We can't just talk the talk, we must walk the walk.

3. LISTENING. This is one of the most important skills that we can have. Listening is crucial for understanding where people are at and what they know. By listening, we can provide very effective support structures to guide and help people achieve their health goals.

4. EMPOWERMENT. We must empower each other with the skills, resources, and knowledge to needed to improve health. Each of us have the power to inspire, motivate, and encourage others to take control of their health.

As you celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week, remember that you don't have to be formally employed as a teacher to impart knowledge and make a difference in someones life.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

What's on the Menu? How To Get To Healthy on a TIght Schedule

We had a fabulous opportunity to talk about What's on the Menu? How To Get To Healthy on a TIght Schedule workshop at the Family Planning Council annual conference. In addition to our discussion we had a wonderful demonstration of how one recipe can be modified for at least three different (and quick) meals by Chef Christina from Clean Your Plate

We talked about Knowing Your Numbers and Status

as well as Doing Small Things to Bring About Big Change.

Here's The Heart Truth site and your Body Mass Index Calculator and the My Pyramid.gov site. If you'd like some bookmarks or information contact us at philadelphiaujima.gmail.com.

Friday, April 16, 2010

Upcoming Health Awareness Sessions!!

Thanks for a great session today at NNCC - on Key Facts you need to know about Diabetes!

Next up - next weeks a busy one!!

On April 21st - PCA Nutrition Series - "How Do I Decode A Food Label (and what then?)"

On April 23rd - the EARN Center - "Focus on Fitness"

Then on April 27th, at Queen Lane - "Essential Ingredients for Heart Health"

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Nutrition Workshop at PCA - 4/14/2010

Good Afternoon Everyone,

Congratulation to all of our Philly Walk Against Hunger Folks!

Look for us at Philadelphia Corportation for the Aging on Wednesday

Topic is Nutrition and Chronic Disease
On Friday, April 16th, we'll be at National Nursing Centers Consortium talking about Diabetes Management Tips!