Question

Based on the online lecture, what are two ways in which young people can be public health advocates?

Answer 1

Young people can be public health advocates by discussing civic problems, becoming informed about public issues, attending public meetings, using social media, organizing protests, participating in campaigns, joining political parties, and more.

Step-by-step explanation:

There are several ways in which young people can be public health advocates:

1. Discussing civic problems and issues with friends and neighbors
2. Becoming informed by reading, watching programs or doing research about public problems by yourself or with others
3. Attending public meetings about an issue to gain information, discuss issues or lend support (school board, city commission, etc.)
4. Using social media to follow elected representatives
5. Organizing or participating in a boycott or protest
6. Working on a campaign for a candidate or an issue
7. Attending 'town hall' meetings
8. Joining a political party
9. Create an issue ad or a website to bring attention to an issue
10. Testifying in front of a public body