Block the Blaze stands as a vital youth skin cancer education and awareness program, proudly funded by the John Wayne Cancer Foundation (JWCF). This initiative passionately champions an active, healthy outdoor lifestyle for young people, all while emphasizing crucial sun safety practices, encompassing both skin cancer prevention and the significance of early detection. Understanding that sun safety is a year-round necessity, Block the Blaze delivers its program continuously, reaching classrooms throughout the school year and extending into summer programs. Presentations are thoughtfully adapted to suit various grade levels, ensuring students receive engaging, informative, and easily digestible content. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is a dedicated partner of the John Wayne Cancer Foundation, actively training facilitators to venture into Texas communities and educate students from middle school to high school about the serious risks of melanoma and other forms of skin cancer. It’s important to note that TTUHSC is authorized to utilize the Block the Blaze materials for educational purposes, certification, and to deploy trained representatives within TTUHSC campuses and neighboring schools to deliver impactful presentations on skin cancer dangers.
Understanding “Tech No Block” in Sun Safety Education
While “Tech No Block” might seem like an unconventional phrase, it underscores a modern approach to overcoming barriers in health education, particularly concerning sun safety. In today’s digital age, technology plays a pivotal role in disseminating information and engaging younger generations. The concept of “tech no block” in this context emphasizes leveraging technological tools and innovative methods to ensure that sun safety education is not hindered by traditional limitations. This means moving beyond conventional methods to actively incorporate digital resources, interactive platforms, and engaging online content to enhance awareness and promote proactive sun-safe behaviors among youth. By embracing a “tech no block” philosophy, programs like Block the Blaze can amplify their reach and impact, ensuring that vital sun safety messages resonate effectively with today’s tech-savvy youth.
Request a Block the Blaze Presentation
Bringing the power of Block the Blaze to your school or youth program is straightforward. If you are interested in hosting a presentation delivered by our expertly trained TTUHSC facilitators, please reach out to us by sending an email to [email protected]. We are committed to making sun safety education accessible and impactful within our communities.
Become a Block the Blaze Facilitator
Join the ranks of dedicated individuals making a real difference in youth health. Block the Blaze facilitators are the heart of this program, comprising student organization leaders, faculty, staff, and residents. We collaborate closely with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation to provide comprehensive facilitator training sessions, typically held 1-2 times annually, equipping you with the knowledge and resources to effectively deliver the Block the Blaze message. If you are passionate about sun safety and eager to become a trained facilitator, please express your interest by completing the Interest Form. Your involvement can significantly contribute to fostering a sun-safe culture among young people.
Scheduled Block the Blaze Presentations
Our trained facilitators are proactive in scheduling and registering their presentations to help us track the reach and impact of Block the Blaze. By registering presentations, we can gain valuable insights into who is being educated and when. If you are a trained facilitator and have a presentation planned, we kindly request you to register it on our calendar using the Registration Form. Your registration ensures we can collectively monitor and celebrate the growing impact of sun safety education in our communities.
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