BE ACTIVE NYS(formerally the New York State Physical Activity Coalition) is a statewide health promotion initiative whose misson is to \"INCREASE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY in the State of New York. the initiative is manged by the non profit Wellness Institute of Greater Buffalo. (www.creatinghealthycommunities.org )

Anyone interested in physical acitivity and health promotion. All forms of business,government,non profits and citizens are needed to truly impact physical activity levels in New York State. We welcome you to sign up to work with BANYS.

Donations(made to Be Active NYS) are asked but not required to particpate.Sponsorships are sought and encouraged. interested organizations should contact Mr PHIL Haberstro 2 716 851-4052

Members may start their own community BE ACTIVE iniiative or join Teams working on a specific BANYS initiatives. Including Communications/Public Relations Team, Resource Development/Planning Team, America on The Move/Move For Life Team, Be Active E/nvironment team and Advocacy/policy Action Team. Intershipsare also welcome!

Since members are working together across the state, we communicate through conference calls and e-mail. We have meetings approimately every month, usually by phone and occassionaly in Albany. We understand that members will not always be able to travel to Albany for BANYS meetings.

We generally have one conference call a month with each Action Team. The calls last approximately one hour long. We discuss what needs to be done before the next conference call. A facilitaor from the BANYS office help in leading/managing the projects.

Yes, you can join us as an advocate. Advocates receive regular email updates and support our efforts through letter writing on important issues.

Through individual and private sector donations, sponsorships, and non-profit and public sector grants; program revenues trainings and consultant services to communities.