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HELPING YOUTH PLAN FOR EXCELLENCE
(HYPE) is a performing arts group for youth desiring to refine skills in the areas of Music, Dance and Drama. It is an
outreach ministry of the Calvary Community Outreach Network and involves youngsters from churches, schools, and
community centers around the Kansas City metropolitan area.
There is a lot of stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS and this is
often driven by fear of the unknown. Knowing the facts is the
first step to reducing stigma. It also helps to use non-
discriminatory language, so here are some guidelines to help.
There is no cure or preventative vaccine for HIV and it is one of
the biggest public health challenges in the world today. HIV
has infected millions of people and affected communities
around the world. Do you know the difference between HIV
and AIDS?
Most people are aware about HIV but many don’t know how
the virus can be passed on. It is important to have the correct
information about HIV so you can protect yourself and the
people you care about.
Abstaining from sex is the only sure way to prevent the spread
of HIV. For those who choose not to abstain, using condoms
correctly is an effective way to protect against HIV. Do you
know the do’s and don’ts?
Millions of people around the world are living with HIV but
don’t know it. They may look and feel healthy. The only way to
be sure about your status is to take an HIV test.
Testing positive for HIV is probably one of the most difficult
times in a person’s life. However, there are more options than
ever for people who have the virus. Although it is not a cure,
Anti-Retroviral Therapy will help you live longer if you are HIV
positive. Lifestyle changes can also help you stay healthy.
The groundbreaking stage play “The Lot” features the outstanding work of the youngsters as they give a stirring performance designed
to help their peers consider life decisions.
Since 1999, HYPE members have produced quality television
programming giving accurate, culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS and
substance abuse prevention information to their peers in an
up-beat entertaining way. Students learn the basics of video
work including camera operation, editing and audio as well
as interviewing techniques.
Helping Your Plan for Excellence is a media leadership
group that creates a positive setting for urban youth
ages 10- 21. The project utilizes student involvement
in media as the vehicle to establish ongoing youth
development activities.