What is Teens 4 Pink?
Teens 4 Pink is a mobile app developed by Sisters Network Inc. designed to educate teen girls, ages 12-17, on the importance of breast health and equip them to become breast health ambassadors and leaders for women in their families and communities.
What is the purpose of Teens 4 Pink?
Black women diagnosed with breast cancer are more likely to die from the disease than white women; and are less likely to survive for 5 years after diagnosis. Breast cancer is the most common cancer with the highest death rate among Black women. Teens 4 Pink empowers teens with breast health information that can equip them with the necessary facts to share with their families and communities to increase awareness. This is based on the premise that Teens can have a significant impact on the dynamics of their families through the bi-directional aspect of relationships between adolescents and their family members.
What is a Pink Ambassador?
A Pink Ambassador is a teen who has conducted the Family Interviews. The Family Interview is the outreach component where teens interview the women in their families who are biological relatives. Pink Ambassadors are recognized at a special virtual closing ceremony and receive a certificate for participation.
How to participate in Teens 4 Pink?
Contact Sisters Network Inc. National headquarters.
What will you gain by participating with Teens 4 Pink?
- Learn your family breast health history
- Self-confidence
- Leadership Skills
- Community Service Hours