Preteen 2009 Video Contest

As a strategy to reach youth, the Immunization Branch created a video contest for preteens ages 8 to 12. The contest encourages entrants to create a video about topics during the preteen doctor visit, including immunizations, eating right, and staying safe. Videos will be judged on creativity and accuracy of health content. The lucky winner will receive a $500 gift card to Apple. The contest has been promoted to California schools and online. California Immunization Coalition (CIC) members and Immunization Coordinators distributed flyers at their children’s schools, faith based organizations, and other community gatherings. Entries will be accepted until May 30, 2009. For more details about the contest, visit www.mybestshot.org.

whyichoose.org Photo Contest Winners

The i choose campaign recently sponsored an i choose photo contest. Entrants were asked to submit a photo (group shot or solo) and find a creative way to incorporate the letter “i” into their picture. All photos submitted through www.whyichoose.org are now featured in the i choose “gallery.” Entries are to be judged on photo originality and a personal immunization statement explaining why immunizations are important to them, their friends or family. The 1st prize winner will receive a $100 gift card, 2nd place a $50.00 gift card and 3rd place $25 gift card. The contest was promoted on social networking sites including Facebook and MySpace. Winning entries will be announced soon. To see winners and all submissions, visit www.whyichoose.org or email info@whyichoose.org.