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Mission: The Women’s Health Education Program (WHEP) of the P2i Global Foundation addresses the health and wellness needs of young women, empowering them to improve their quality of life and their impact on their children. We provide education and services to underprivileged young women through two projects: Health & Fitness and Pregnancy & Infant Care.
Results: Since WHEP was established in May 2015, we have worked tirelessly to reach young moms in need of support and education. As of March 2016, our outreach effort has impacted the lives of over 70 moms and babies. Ethnicity/Race Non-Hispanic White: 30% Non-Hispanic Black: 54% Hispanic: 6% Undeclared: 10% 95% of our moms are ages 25 or younger. More than 50% are ages 19 or younger. 95% are receiving or eligible to receive WIC. 43% live in high infant mortality priority areas. 51% live in high poverty area.
Target demographics: Young women
Direct beneficiaries per year: 19 young moms and 27 babies
Geographic areas served: Columbus Ohio
Programs: Health & Fitness and Pregnancy & Infant Care