Video: Latino Youth Struggle toward Healthier Lifestyles; Hope to Inspire Change

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photovoiceCheck out this neat video about how the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) empowered Latino youth in Chicago and San Antonio to use the Photovoice technique to share their neighborhood’s assets and the barriers they face to living a healthy and active lifestyle.

Armed with disposable cameras, the youth photographed their surroundings, good and bad.

The photos showcased limited access to nutritious foods, unsafe playgrounds, and a general lack of awareness about healthy eating habits.

NCLR officials hope the video, which showcases the uphill struggle many Latino kids face to living a healthy lifestyle, can inspire community change.

By The Numbers By The Numbers

20.7

percent

of Latino kids have obesity (compared to 11.7% of white kids)

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