Planning Committee - Memphis Health Jamboree

Thank you for your interest in the Memphis Health Jamboree Planning Committee. The Memphis Health Jamboree is an intergenerational, culturally rooted, and community-centered wellness festival launching in 2027, built on the belief that public health should feel joyful, familiar, and created with the community, not for it. The Planning Committee serves as a collaborative leadership table that helps shape the vision, programming, and overall experience of the Jamboree. This is an in-kind, unpaid role, grounded in care, flexibility, and shared responsibility. We value lived experience as expertise and welcome people who care deeply about community, culture, and wellness. At the heart of our work together is a simple principle: show up consistently, communicate honestly, and everything else is negotiated with care. Planning Committee participation is open to individuals 18 years and older.

Name(Required)
Preferred Name (If different)
How did you hear about the Memphis Health Jamboree?
Which aspects of the Jamboree interests you the most? (Check all that apply)(Required)
Which skills or lived experiences would you bring to the Planning Committee? (Check all that apply)(Required)
Will you be able to commit to planning committee meeting schedule and expectations: 1 Monthly Meeting: From 4:15pm to 5:00pm Group and individual check-ins via email or text Approx. 1-2 hours (at least) outside of monthly meetings Committee responsibilities will also collaborative effort for include event design, logistics refinement, and evaluation input.
Does this level of commitment feel manageable for you?
What months are you most available to participate? (Select all that apply)(Required)
A Note on Governance(Required)
The Planning Committee operates through collaborative discussion and shared input. The Founder retains final decision authority to ensure clarity, accountability, and alignment with the long-term vision of the Jamboree. All roles are voluntary, unpaid, and advisory in nature. Participation does not constitute employment, internship, or contracted labor.
Next Steps(Required)
Planning Committee invitations are extended in phases as we build a balanced and intentional leadership table. Individuals selected to move forward will be invited to participate in a brief virtual or in-person alignment conversation. This conversation allows us to learn more about one another, clarify expectations, and ensure mutual fit before extending formal committee invitations. Submission of this form does not guarantee placement.

MHJ Planning Committee FAQ

Curious about what this involves? Take a look at the FAQs below.

What is the Memphis Health Jamboree?

The Memphis Health Jamboree is a free, community-wide, culturally rooted health celebration launching in April 2027. It brings together food, movement, music, storytelling, screenings, and hands-on wellness experiences designed with — not just for — the community.

What is the Planning Committee?

The Planning Committee is a working and creative leadership table that helps co-design the Jamboree’s programming, layout, logistics, and community experience. Members contribute insight, feedback, and hands-on support while honoring lived experience as expertise.

Is this a paid position?

No. This is an in-kind, unpaid leadership and service role. We are mindful of capacity and design participation to be respectful of time and energy.

How much time does this require?

Typically one full (45 min) committee meeting per month, plus occasional check-ins. Time commitments may increase slightly closer to the event.

Who can apply?

Memphis residents, community members, creatives, public health students or professionals, cultural workers, technologists, and individuals with lived experience navigating health systems are all encouraged to apply.

Do I need formal public health experience?

No. Lived experience, community knowledge, and cultural insight are valued equally alongside formal training.

Who makes final decisions?

The Founder & Program Developer facilitates shared discussion and voting. Final decision authority is retained by the Founder to ensure clarity, accountability, and alignment with the Jamboree’s mission.

What will I actually help decide or shape?

Committee members help shape:

  • Event layout and attendee flow
  • Programming and zone activities
  • Accessibility, safety, and inclusion considerations
  • Community engagement strategies
  • Evaluation and learning reflections

Can my role change over time?

Yes. Roles are flexible and may evolve based on interest, capacity, and project needs.

How does this connect to the Crumbs & Culture Tour?

The Crumbs & Culture Tour (2026) serves as a trust-building and pilot phase for the Jamboree. Some Planning Committee members may also support or co-host tour activations, depending on interest and availability.

What happens after I submit the form?

You may be contacted for a short conversation to discuss fit, interest, and capacity. Final committee invitations will be extended in phases.

Thank you for your interest in helping shape a joyful, community-led vision of public health in Memphis!