project shine

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Workshops coordinated by the Member Relations Committee and developed by the CNH District

A District Projects Workshop

PROJECT SHINEPresented by Michelle Hoa & Andrew Liu

BRINGING LIGHT INTO SOMEONE’S LIFE

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WHAT IS A DISTRICT PROJECT? A specific project focus

selected every other year by the District Project committee

The current District Project covers the years 2010-2012. Clubs in the California-Nevada-Hawaii District participate in projects that encompass this District focus

An effort to make a difference in a single impact area

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WHAT IS PROJECT SHINE?

By focusing on helping those with disabilities, we can now be the leaders and examples in our schools and communities on how we should treat those with special needs and how to help and support them as best as we can.

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GOALS

1. Offer people a better understanding of the various types of disabilities, which in turn will lead them to be more empathetic and accepting

2. Help unite people with differences, and to change the negative connotations associated with people who have special needs

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Mental and Academic Disabilities

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MENTAL & ACADEMIC DISABILITIES

DyslexiaReading Disorder

AutismLacking social and

communication skills

Tourette’sInvoluntary repetitive

movements

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MENTAL & ACADEMIC DISABILITIESDown

Syndrome1 extra chromosome (various symptoms)

Attention Deficit Disorder

Short attention span

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Recurrent thoughts or repetitive actions

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PhysicalDisabilities

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PHYSICAL DISABILITIES

Cerebral Palsy

Various degreesof paralysis

Blindness/Deafness

Inability to see or hear, respectively

ScoliosisCurving of the spine

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DIRECT & INDIRECTSERVICE

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DIRECT SERVICE

Getting involved directly with the individuals that you are helping

Hands-on service Kiwanis Special Games Special Olympics

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INDIRECT SERVICE

Getting involved with organizations or the community at large

Fundraising for a cause Promoting Project Shine Spreading awareness of

the different disabilities Educating the

community

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ORGANIZATIONS Best Buddies Club Aktion Club Ronald McDonald’s House Special Games Arc of Hawai’i

1) Find local organizations in your area

2) Coordinate joint service projects and fundraisers

3) Ask them for any available resources that could improve the quality of your service!

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WHERE TO FIND MORE INFORMATION?

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WHERE TO FIND MORE INFORMATION?

There are over 40 resources compiled from KCI, the CNH Kiwanis

Foundation, and our Partners in Service!

Resources Available:

• Powerpoints• Brochures• Pamphlets• Guides

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QUESTIONSCOMMENTSOR CONCERNS

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