Higher Dimension Church's Office of Community Empowerment

The mission of the Higher Dimension Church's Office of Community Empowerment Ministry is to connect with adolescents ages 12-17 and their families to effect change of their perception of risks so that they might lead more productive lives with more favorable outcomes.

Who do we serve:                    Youth between the ages of 12 and 17 and their familes

What do we do:                        A group of committed, dedicated and experienced workers and community partners assist youth and their familes:

Provide adolescents age 12-17 with culturally competent HIV/AIDS and substacne abuse prevention information, resources and materials in naturalistic settings that increase retention in treatment.

Decrease criminal justice involvement

Increase access to SA/HIV prevention / intervention services

When do we serve:                 Monday thru Friday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm ---- Saturday Varies

Where do we serve:                The D-spot   9745 Bissonnet Houston, Tx. 77036

Why do we serve:                    To effect the community by changing the perceptions of risk therefore changing risk behaviors

How do we serve:                    The ministry provides many experiences, such as:

• Evidence based curriculum classes usually Wed. 6pm - 7pm
• Evidence based classes at Alief ISD schools
• Parent Sessions offered weekly
• Positive Youth Development Events
• Community Service Events (i.e. Health Fairs, Lock-ins, Seminars, PSA's, Recreational & Social Functions)

 

OCE Ministry Leadership:

Executive Director:               Tarla Crumb

Project Coordinator:             Trinity Carter

Prevention Coordinator:      Marc W. Simpson

Outreach Specialist:            Owen Dixon

Parent Educator:                  Debra Walker

Grant Accountant:               Annette Simmons