MyPI Disaster Preparedness Program for Teens

My Preparedness Initia­tive (MyPI) is an award-winning youth preparedness and educational outreach program for teens. The innovative, hands-on program developed by Mississippi State University Extension fosters emergency preparedness, civic responsibility, and leadership in teens. During the summer course, teens will build life-saving skills and give back to their communities through a community service project. Teens will be empowered in the face of an emergency by learning about disaster preparedness, fire safety & suppression, treatment of injuries, search & rescue, disaster psychology, and more.

Program Dates and Location:

• Mondays from 3 - 5 p.m.
• June 6 - August 1 (no session on July 4)
• John A. Logan College

This program is open to youth ages 14-18. The cost for the summer program is $25, and scholarships are available. Seating is limited, and registration is required no later than June 1. Register online at go.illinois.edu/MyPI2022.

University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in programming, contact Ramona Girtman at girtman@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your needs.

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• Short URL - go.illinois.edu/MyPI2022