| The Links, Incorporated Memphis, TN Chapter |
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Programs Introduction
From its inception, The Links, Incorporated has addressed community service through its threefold purpose in the areas of educational, civic and intercultural commitment using program facets. The program facets are Services to Youth, National Trends and Services, International Trends and Services, and The Arts. Our organization depends upon the manpower, expertise and commitment of its members to fulfill this mission.
The Links, Incorporated is committed to innovation in programming that is enhanced by
collaborative efforts between the Links, Incorporated and other organizations, people
and communities. Signature Programs came into existence to address emerging or current
issues, concerns and needs which impact the lives of individuals in a target population
within the global black community.
PROJECT LEAD: HIGH EXPECTATIONSThe overall goal of the project was to develop a field-tested, innovative, community based, educational outreach program to prevent alcohol and other drug abuse, premature sexual activity, unintended births, and sexually transmitted diseases among Black youth in selected cities across the country.
LINKS to SUCCESS: CHILDREN ACHIEVING EXCELLENCEThe Links, Incorporated will implement, in collaboration with other community organizations and institutions, a comprehensive program designed to develop cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills that will enable children to experience academic and social success.
LINKAGES TO LIFEAfrican American communities will be educated about the importance of donating organs, tissue, and bone marrow with an emphasis on eliminating the myths and misconceptions that have negatively influenced the donation rates in this population.
EDUCATION ACROSS the MILESThe Links, Incorporated will provided financial support for the building of schools in South Africa. The program helps ensure education for children of African and the Diaspora (global village) and will be integrated into the curriculum of The House of Lands and Peoples in the National Program Links to Success: Children Achieving Excellence. |