Melanoma+Project

Project Definition:

=**Melanoma Project**= The Melanoma Project is dedicated to teaching children about the dangers of the sun, how to stay safe, and about misleading theories regarding your body and the sun.

I would like to teach children about a range of topics involving sun exposure such as
 * The use of sunscreen
 * Why it's important to wear sunglasses/ protective clothing
 * The effects of tanning beds and how they are dangerous despite what others may say
 * Ways to protect yourself when outside
 * Why protecting yourself/getting checked regularly is important

This issue is important because many people are unaware of the dangerous effects the sun can have on one's body. A common misconception is that tanning beds are a safe alternative to laying outside, when in reality they are just as bad, if not worse. By teaching young children, we are helping them to stay safe in the future and giving them the opportunity to teach future generations about something that is 100% avoidable.

Social Justice Issue: Youth Health Education

__Organizations we will work with:__

**Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation**  - Email Tamica to obtain worksheets, hand-outs  - Sun-safety items to give to the children including mini-sunscreen packets, pencils, ect.  - Website: []

**UCF Creative School**  - Meet with director/staff to determine best date and time to present for the kids  - Website: []

﻿Organizers: Heather Walters (561-900-4416) Emily Hoyer (407-242-3049) Devin Barnes (813-325-9416) Mandy McLaughlin (407-792-9450)

If you are interested in joining with us to make care packages or visit the Creative School, please list your name and cell number below: __Volunteers﻿ __