Members of the Prevention Outreach Project strongly advocated for less traumatic brain injuries last year by traveling to many local schools. Several speaking enagements have been planned for the future. This rather inspirational group of members impact the lives of junior high and high school students by sharing their personal experiences, safety and prevention tips, statistical data and educational material. Members share their personal stories hoping the young audience will learn from their mistakes. Other members who received unpreventable head injuries are able to get involved in the program as well by presenting the educational material on the brain.
Members explain basic brain functions and composition, then pass around a model of the human skull.
The rough edges provide a visual for the potential damage that can occur in a closed head injury. The response from the students has been overwhelming. Surveys indicate that speakers may have an affect on future behavior. The tips and suggestions are well received by students. Members have so much to give to the students in terms of their experiences, determination and hope.