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| Activities, Submission Info, Events in Your Area, Updated Activities Map and Featured Activities. Find out more | Downloadable Flyer, Event Planning Kit, Graphics, and Media Campaign Materials. Find out more | Special Messages, Spanish Resources, Publications, Poster Contest, Speaker's Bureau, and Contacts. Find out more | Events Summary Report, Results Data and Analysis, and Year-to-Year Activities Comparison. Find out more |
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- National Map of 2010 National Radon Action Month Activities
- Featured 2009 Activities
- Success Stories
Radon Leaders Saving Lives
RadonLeaders.org
is an online learning and action network supporting the Radon Leaders
Saving Lives Campaign.
In 2007, leaders from CRCPD, AARST, and EPA’s Radon program launched the Radon Leaders Saving Lives Campaign, with the goal of doubling the number of lives saved from radon-induced lung cancer within 5 years.
RadonLeaders.org
was launched
in 2008. It connects radon stakeholders through interactive tools and resources, and features resources such as the Radon Change Package, which features proven strategies for reducing radon risks.
To learn more visit the RadonLeaders.org
FAQ
| Submit Activities and Find Events in Your Area |
For the 2010 National Radon Action Month, the activity submission
process will be available via the
Radon Leaders Saving Lives Portal at
www.radonleaders.org/nram
. The
new online Activity Submittal Form
is a single event submission form
that will allow you to provide a more robust description of the
thoughtful and exciting activities and events you are planning in your
communities. In addition, you can make use of the many new features
offered by the Portal to help make 2010 our most active National Radon
Action Month to date. By using the
Portal, you will be able to see
updated activity information in real time, easily search activities
from past years, blog about your National Radon Action Month experience
or share ideas with colleagues through the discussion forums. Read the
information on the right to learn more about the Radon Leaders Saving
Lives Portal and visit
www.radonleaders.org
to join today.
You will still be able to find all of the tools you need to plan activities here on the National Radon Action Month Web site. Use the Event Planning Kit and find Resources and Materials that will make your activity a success, or visit the Archives page to read about successful events and activities conducted during past National Radon Action Months.
| National Map of 2010 National Radon Action Month Activities |
The National Map of 2010 National Radon Action Month Activities below provides a dynamic look at how many states are conducting activities during 2010 National Radon Action Month. Check back regularly throughout 2010 National Radon Action Month to view your progress.
| Featured Activities |
View featured activities below from 2009 National Radon Action Month to get inspired to plan your own activities. During 2010 National Radon Action Month, check this list regularly for updated 2010 featured activities throughout the country.
- Event: 4-H School Enrichment Activities - In towns across Alabama, students learned about the health effects of radon
during National Radon Action Month. The 4-H School Enrichment programs worked with schools throughout January to raise awareness about radon through Radon Bingo.
- Event: National Radon Action Month Billboards - The Barren River
District in Kentucky displayed seven
billboards highlighting National Radon Action Month and the risks of radon.
The billboards were a great way to get out the word about radon.
- Event: New York State Radon Poster Contest Display -
New York displayed all 199 Radon Poster Contest entries at the Empire State Plaza Concourse in Albany and recognized the
winning poster and runner-ups.
- Event: Free Radon Information Dinner -
Utah offered a free fire safety and radon class, and a free dinner for
parents. The state discussed the hazards of residential fires and radon, and
provided free radon test kits.
- Event: 15-Minute Radio Interview on WDUN to promote National Radon Action Month - As part of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Radon Education Program's outreach efforts, radon educators discussed radon and the importance of testing homes. The radio station broadcast covered over 18 counties in Northeast Georgia.
| Success Stories |
Visit the Archives page to read about successful activities and events conducted during past National Radon Action Months. Many groups and individuals across the nation have conducted activities and events to raise awareness about the risk of radon and ultimately save lives in their communities. Learn how you can plan and conduct a variety of successful events by reading their stories and using the helpful tips and materials provided in the Event Planning Kit.