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‘11 BRINGING LIGHTINTO SOMEONE’S LIFE Presented by Michelle Hoa& Andrew Liu Workshops coordinated by the Member Relations Committee and developed by the CNH District A District Projects WorkshopTRANSCRIPT
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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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