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Hands of Hope

Launched in 2024 by Rayana Ba

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Project Focus: Lifesaving skills and alternative higher education pathways.

Years in Existence: 2

Target Audience and Location: High school students in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Vision: A future where every student is trained in CPR, enhancing community safety and career opportunities.

Mission: To equip Jersey City high school students with lifesaving skills through CPR training and community outreach while encouraging alternative pathways beyond traditional higher education.

Project Description: Scholar Rayana Ba and her educator Sundoes Elbery launched their project to equip high school students with lifesaving skills, starting with hands-only CPR, with the intent to strengthen community safety and expand awareness of potential healthcare careers. This year, the student team continues to meet monthly to train students in CPR while highlighting pathways into healthcare and other careers that expand beyond four-year degrees.