Mahalo to our College Ambassadors!
Blue Zones Project - Hawai‘i's College Ambassador Program offers students new opportunities to learn and grow, exciting projects that have real impact, and connections with mentors and well-being leaders in the community.
Launched in Fall 2020, this program was designed to connect us to students who are passionate about health and well-being in Hawai‘i and equip them with real-life experiences and resources to become well-being champions of their own.
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“Blue Zones Project has been a great outlet for community engagement. A strong emphasis on local and Native Hawaiian health betterment in small activities that make a big difference in how we shape the community. BZP has great activities that concentrate on community wellness from all angles from street infrastructure improvement to preservation of native lands, all factors relevant to health and security of the community in itʻs entirety. I highly recommend BZP for those who want to engage in interpersonal work, community outreach, land-based fieldwork, and nutritional knowledge. Also, if you prefer to work independently on tasks and thrive better on set deadlines, BZP is a great fit.”
– Jonah Saribay, Spring 2020 Ambassador
Fall 2020
Twelve ambassadors from University of Hawai‘i - West O‘ahu and University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa supported Blue Zones Project during Fall 2020. With a total of over 1200 hours, these students conceptualized and lead virtual presentations, activities, and innovation projects.
Positive Affirmations Video for Peace Day 2020
Spring 2021
Ten ambassadors, primarily with public health and social work majors, supported Blue Zones Project this spring. The students supported various initiatives and projects related to project management, marketing materials, and policy campaigns.
Cooking Class making Aztec Corn Salad
Summer 2021
Ten ambassadors supported Blue Zones Project through the Kamehameha Schools Kāpili ‘Oihana Internship Program this summer. The students contributed over 458 total hours of support, 20+ projects, 12 blogs, and 30 recipes over the course of our three-month program.
Localized Power 9 "Hawaii Style" Graphic
As the new college school year kicks off, stay engaged with Blue Zones Project for tips and workshops to maintain healthy choices, and visit our website to find a Blue Zones Project Supporting Organization that may have opportunities for you to volunteer and connect with.
If you're interested in our applying for our College Ambassador Program, please reach out to BlueZonesProjectHawaii@sharecare.com.
Join the Well-Being Movement!
Email our team to learn more about partnering with us to make healthy choices easier at your worksite, school, grocery store, restaurant, or faith-based organization.
Check out all participating organizations.
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Learn more at www.bzphawaii.com
