Project Alpha is a collaborative effort between the March of Dimes Foundation and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. The program was developed to increase the knowledge of African-American males about the consequences of teenage pregnancy from the male perspective. The program seeks to assist young men in developing an understanding of their role in preventing untimely pregnancies through responsible attitudes and behaviors.

The goal of Project Alpha are to: reduce the rate of adolescent sex and pregnancy; stress the concept of abstinence as a personal choice while promoting the use of contraceptives to those that choose to be sexually active; increase the knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the human body and the awareness of sexually transmitted diseases; clarify and emphasize the role and responsibilities of fatherhood; and reduce the rate of sexual abuse and violence among African-American teens.

For Additional Information, Contact:
Brother John L. Colbert
Coordinator - Project Alpha
2140 Loren Circle
Fayetteville, AR 772701
(501) 527-3610

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