Friday, December 29, 2017
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| THOMAS... said all of her programmes, projects and initiatives are geared towards engaging, educating, motivating and empowering young people to make healthy lifestyle choices to live their best life |
ATLANTA, United States (CMC) — The Atlanta, Georgia-based Cable News Network ( CNN ) has named a Jamaican-American among its five 'Young Wonders of the Year'.
Haile Thomas, 17, who lives in New Windsor, a town in Orange County, Upstate New York, was named by the network on its Young Wonders: A CNN Heroes Special.
All five 'CNN Young Wonders' were also honoured during CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute.
CNN has described Thomas as “a teen health activist”, stating that her “HAPPY organisation” is leading the next generation toward a healthier future by bringing cooking lessons and nutrition education to children in underserved areas.
The popular network said the five “extraordinary young people” are making a difference in their communities.
“Their inspiring stories serve as reminders that you are never too young to change the world,” CNN said. more
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