About E3
Mission
We seek to empower individuals and their families, professionals (in-service and pre-service), and communities, using the vehicles of physical activity and mentorship.
What We Do
E3 conducts programming, research, training, and support to improve the physical and mental health as well as the quality of life, of underserved populations.
Who We Serve
E3’s health promotion efforts serve Individuals with disabilities, older adults, chronic conditions, refugees, at-risk youth, and many others.
Research
E3 explores questions across participants, families, pre-service/in-service professionals, and communities. E.g., barriers to participation; improvements in physical and mental health, movement behaviors, and social determinants of health; knowledge and efficacy changes. We are open to other research interests and partners that enhance our ongoing work.
Opportunities within E3
E3 is excited to offer volunteer, fieldwork, and paid opportunities for 2021-2022 Academic Year
- Volunteer and Fieldwork
- Student worker (part time)
- Graduate assistants and Post Doctoral Fellowship. (link attached PDF)
- Research and Interprofessional Partner
Enroll in an Upcoming Program
See our Winter/Spring 2022 Program Guide with lots of face to face and virtual options:
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E3 Programs
Overcoming Barriers
Weekly Physical Activity Mentorship Programs
Ages/Population: 3-93; Individuals with ANY Disability
Offerings: Fitness, Self Defense, Gymnastics, Aquatics, Movement Education, etc.
Project Inspire
Weekly Physical Activity, STEM, and Triad Mentorship Programs
Ages/Population: 11-19; Disability and refugee/migrant communities engage in peer mentorship
Offerings: Fitness, Self Defense, Golf, Aquatics, Partner & Team Sports, etc.
Dowload Flyer (PDF)
THRIVE
(Transforming Health through Relationships via In-Person and Virtual Environments)
Turning Homes into Physical Activity Spaces through Mentorship & Social Connection
Ages/Population: 2-99; Citizens of all ability levels w/ health (e.g. diabetes) and movement needs
Offerings: Asynchronous Activities, Virtual Programs/Events, and/or Face-to-Face Opportunities
Shenandoah Valley Inclusive Wellness Coalition
Building Community Capacity to Support Wellnes for All
Ages/Population: Individuals w/ disabilities, families, wellness organizations, advocacy organizations
Offerings: Training, Technical Assistance, and Promotion of Member Organizations’ Opportunities
Ability First
Transforming Homes, Schools, and Communities (Rural and Statewide)
Ages/Population: 2-99; Individuals with I/DD, EBD and mobility disabilities; older adults
Offerings: NexJ Health, Exercise Buddy, THRIVE, Capacity Building of Community Organizations
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