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Meet Shana Jarvis, NJPHK-Camden Project Manager

March 4, 2015

Shana Jarvis has a lot on her plate: a new position as project manager for New Jersey Partnership for Healthy Kids-Camden (NJPHK-C), a new baby, plus classes at Temple University where she’s pursuing a master’s degree in the School of Health Education. While some people might feel overwhelmed, Jarvis feels energized. “I am so excited to be taking on a leadership role with NJPHK-C. The partnership has come a long way in Camden. So much progress has occurred under the leadership of Valeria Galarza, who was recently promoted to vice president of strategic expansion for YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties. I look forward to connecting with the work being done and continuing the forward momentum,” Jarvis said. Jarvis has been with the YMCA of Burlington & Camden Counties since October 2013 as director of Public Health Programs. She managed the Campbell Healthy Communities CATCH program, Watershed Exercise on Bicycles […]

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Anderson Keynote Speaker at YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties Campaign Kick Off Breakfast

March 3, 2015

More than 300 business and community leaders turned out for the YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties’ Annual Campaign Kickoff Breakfast on March 3. Darrin Anderson, deputy director of the New Jersey Partnership for Healthy Kids served as this year’s keynote speaker. Anderson discussed the importance of health equity. “Ultimately, we all need to work together to build a Culture of Health in communities where everyone can reach optimal health, regardless of the color of their skin or where they live,” stated Anderson. Since its inception in 2009, NJPHK and its community partners have made great strides in grassroots efforts that promote healthier policies and environments to prevent childhood obesity in the neighborhoods that are struggling with it the most. SHARE:

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