Preventable disease, disability, and childhood obesity have a profound effect on the health of African-Americans in Kansas City. The healthy lifestyle initiative is an awareness and advocacy campaign that assists in creating healthy, sustainable community environments. Keeping Our Kids Healthy is a neighborhood-centered approach outreach program that raises awareness and provides advocacy in educating African-American youths and parents/caregivers on healthy eating habits, a demonstrable heart-healthy meal, and increased physical activities.
