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• The Mission of Heartland Alliance is to advance the human rights and to respond to the human needs of endangered populations – particularly the poor, the isolate, and the displaced – through the provision of comprehensive and respectful services, and the promotion of permanent solutions leading to a more just global society.

• “I find purpose in my work as a teacher for UACs (Unaccompanied Children) by being able to help prepare them for their next step, when that is often starting a new life in the United States. As a teacher I get to be a kind of ambassador not only of educational subjects but also of American culture and education as a way to improve your life.”

• “It’s a unique time and educational space for these kids who are detained, at times for months, for them to really work and focus on skills to help prepare them for a different life than the ones they had previously in home country.” Chelsea Parr

• The culture that an individual accepts as their own, plays a large part in personal development, and understanding of the world. Although the children are transitioning into a new environment, and culture, it was vital to re-inforce the importance of holding onto this part of their identity when developing a project.

Heartland : Beverly

Heartland Alliance

Matthew W. Bell

Navigating Acculturation

Old DefinitionWebster (2015) defines Acculturation as “cultural modification of an individual, group, or people by adapting to or borrowing traits from another culture; also :  a merging of cultures as a result of prolonged contact”.Acculturation. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2015, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acculturation

Cultured DefinitionAcculturation is a cultural journey that requires individuals to adapt to their environment, while remaining conscious of their ethnic identity.

Acculturation

Why the Olympics?• The Olympics are known for having

a vast range of activities that allow for unique skills to be displayed. The children that are located at the Beverly site, have a set curriculum, and daily activities.

• The Beverly Olympics were designed to allow the participants to have an enjoyable outlet of creative expression. The Olympics encouraged self-worth, teamwork, and a sense of community.

The Five Rings• The Beverly Olympics consisted of

five sections that allowed for creative expression, and furthering rapport amongst the participants, and staff.

• Each of the five sections were represented by a ring of the Olympics:

• Art• Speech• Sports• Entertainment• Geography• Team

CSP Project: Acculturation and Migration

Beverly Olympics

• Working with unaccompanied minors has reinforced the importance of being culturally sensitive. Similar to the children at Beverly, clients will bring unique backgrounds, and their narratives will highlight their individuality.

• In order to effectively interact with individuals from different cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds, there must be a level of respect and genuine interest in understanding their story.

• I want to build a therapeutic environment that encourages differences, dignifies culture, and empowers clients. Clients cultural backgrounds will be respected and appropriately incorporated into therapy.

Therapeutic Influence

Project Goal

Through an eye of Heartland