- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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213 people are interested
Making a difference in the lives of children!
ORGANIZATION: A Touch of Understanding
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
213 people are interested
Our in-school program is a powerful three-hour, character-building workshop. We guide students through experiences in which they build life skills that enable them to understand and relate to people with disabilities. These results in a reduction of incidences of isolation and bullying for disabled individuals, and those viewed as different for any reason. The ATOU team of volunteers travels throughout the Sacramento region bringing this program to schools. The message of the program is introduced by a facilitator, followed by a video of people with disabilities involved in various sports and everyday activities. Students reflect on their own challenges and abilities, are frequently surprised to discover the similarities between themselves and persons with disabilities. Then they spend an hour at activity stations where they learn to use a wheelchair and white cane, write their names in Braille, handle artificial limbs and experience the sensations of having a learning disability and autism. The students then get to meet people with disabilities (both youth and adults) who describe their lives, their challenges, and how they achieve their goals. Students have ninety minutes to interact with these volunteers, get to know them personally, and ask questions, some of which might be inappropriate in other settings. Following the workshop, students are encouraged to sign a poster which is displayed in their classroom declaring, "We are BUDDIES not bullies. We pledge to joint the ATOU team against bullying." We are currently in need of volunteers to assist at our workshops as well as volunteers with a disability that are willing to share about their disability with school children.
More opportunities with A Touch of Understanding
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About A Touch of Understanding
Location:
5280 Stirling St., Suite 102, Granite Bay, CA 95746, US
Mission Statement
A Touch of Understanding is a character building program that teaches students to appreciate the person within and to look beyond any differences. Once given a glimpse into the life of someone else, students use these skills to empathize with others who seem different for any reason. Barriers come down and friendships are built. These lessons last a lifetime!
Description
If you are looking for an opportunity to inspire and to be inspired, consider becoming part of the Touch of Understanding Team.
A Touch of Understanding (ATOU) is looking for individuals who are interested in touching the lives of children and young people, by promoting acceptance and respect for all individuals.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Granite Bay, CA 95746
DATE POSTED
November 27, 2024
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- People Skills
- Community Outreach
- Relationship Building
- Teaching / Instruction
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Our workshop volunteers let us know when they are available. We generally present 2-4 times per week usually in the morning and a different school each time. Volunteers will meet staff and other volunteers at the school that is scheduled.
- We are also looking for speakers with a disability and assistance at our workshops to either present to the students or assist at our activity stations.