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Houston, We Have a Video Contest!

Last month, YI stopped by my home state of Texas to launch the Healthy Young America Video Contest with the Secretary of Health and Human Services.  Check out more information about the contest, including how you can win cash prizes here and here.  Hurry, the submission deadline is the 23rd!

Executive Director, Aaron Smith (Left), Secretary Sebelius (Center), Organizing Manager, Erin Hemlin (Right)
Executive Director, Aaron Smith (Left), Secretary Sebelius (Center), Organizing Manager, Erin Hemlin (Right)

So why did we launch this video contest?  It’s simple: over 19 million 18 to 34 year olds are uninsured.  And beginning October 1, the way we do business when it comes to health coverage in this country will change forever.  In this case, change is a good thing, and we want to help our generation educate each other about what’s happening through fun, shareable videos.

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Prior to the announcement, Erin Hemlin, YI’s National Organizing and Programs Manager, conducted a training for Houston area health care non-profits, college administrators, health service providers, and other individuals working with uninsured young Texans.

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Houston was only one stop on a nationwide effort by the YI team to reach out to those on the front lines, edu

 

cating the public about changes. If you’re a health care advocate in your community, check out our Healthy Young America website for state-by-state fact sheets, Frequently Asked Questions, and advocate toolkits.  You can even download our health care mobile app!

And a special shout out to our hosts, Legacy Community Health Services! As we say in Texas, “Thanks, y’all, don’t be a stranger!”