We believe in activating the voices and power of the people that make up the communities we serve. Our Promotores program is a community and network where we come together to share resources to the community, provide programming that supports the community in living healthy lives, and grow personally and professionally.
Promotores play a pivotal role in community outreach efforts. Recently, they have actively disseminated information on Medi-Cal enrollment, cancer prevention, and COVID-19 vaccines. As trusted messengers with shared lived experiences in the neighborhoods they serve, they annually reach thousands with essential health and resource information.
Promotores are also empowered to lead all physical activity programming. They have a deep understanding of the resources and fitness activities that participants want, serving as a vital bridge between other programs offered within Monument Impact and throughout the community.
A cornerstone of our Promotores Program is training members to deliver specialized programming. For our Mentes Positivas en Acción program, Promotores undergo 40 hours of training to effectively deliver an 8-week curriculum.
“I like being an instructor because I can serve the community by helping them stay active and contributing to this great program that offers free classes for anyone to join!”
Cristina Carrasco, Monument Moves Instructor
Originally from Aguascalientes, Mexico, Cristina first found out about Monument Impact around 2013. She started attending physical activity classes to be healthy and feel better. In 2017 she decided to become an instructor for the classes herself and has been doing it ever since. Cristina says the classes not only help the community but herself as well and is one of the reasons she enjoys doing it so much. During her free time she likes to hike and practice the choreographies she will do during her Zumba class.
Join us as a community leader to educate and empower others – as we build a healthier and resourced East Contra Costa county. To get involved, reach out to lorena@monumentimpact.org. You can also join our Facebook community where we support each other in developing healthy habits, and share updates on fitness classes, and programs.
