skatelight ‘story of impact’
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Skatelight ‘Story of impact’ Stories of impact are only collected where a facilitator believes a powerful story that legitimately represents the outcomes achieved by the program exists, or where an individual indicates their interest in providing their story. They can be written or recorded via audio or video. They should be a maximum of two pages, or 5 minutes and focus on the achievement of program purpose and other effects the program has created.
Date: 25/8/2021
Re program delivery period:
Build up Hope Project 2020/2021
This story
is: • Provided by participant: __________________________________
x As told to staff member: ___Bethany Franklin_
OR
• Written from observation by staff member/s: ________________
__________________________________________________________
This story
is for:
• Internal use by the team only
x Internal use within the City of Playford, deidentified
What
happened?
There is a young family who attend Pom Pom workshops sessions. Their sons, are
not neurotypical. When I first met them over a year ago, their language skills
were difficult to assess as both children appeared to be non-verbal. Furthermore,
their fine motor skills were underdeveloped for their age bracket, their
willingness to engage with staff was limited, and their ability to tackle workshop
tasks was challenging. During their repeated visits to Pom Pom, I have observed
their drastic development with verbal communication, as well as their ability to
rise to the challenge of workshops. The oldest child greets us at the desk with
lengthy dialogue about what they’ve been up to that day. The youngest is able to
communicate what he needs to staff. Both children engage openly and willingly
with staff, and have flourished in their ability to use the tools and materials each
new workshop presents. I accredit this to the children’ growing familiarity with
the Pom Pom studio, but also to the dedication of staff for in investing particular
time and attention in these children through the project period.
Why was it
powerful?
Pom Pom staff take great care to spend time with the children and encourage
them to attempt the task set, even when complex or challenging. Their potential
is never underestimated by staff. The result is that the children attack the
workshop tasks with great fearlessness, knowing they are in a safe and
supportive environment. We are frequently surprised and impressed by their
creations; which always follow the brief, but with a unique flair that is ultimately
their own.
Recent milestones include watching the children scale-up a drawing on paper
into a painted mural on the bike track, not only switching between different
sizes, but also different mediums. The development of these children continues
to flourish with each session they attend, as we watch them visibly grow more
comfortable, competent and talkative every week. More and more of their
personalities are revealed to us as they continue to open up to staff, allowing us
to better respond to and engage with their needs and interests. This is a process
of growth that only continues to thrive with each passing week. It’s a true
connection to community, Pom Pom and wider shopping precinct. Where this
family now feels safe and familiar in the environment.
What else
changed as
a result?
The family have mentioned how much their children enjoy coming to Pom Pom,
and seem to find great joy in watching their sons vibrantly chatter and tell stories
to the staff. Their routine visits to our studio indicate a great loyalty and trust in
the program. Whilst initially only their father attended Pom Pom with the sons,
the entire family have since begun to attend, including their infant sister.
Additionally, their father tells me that he and the children frequently return to
Pom Pom outside of hours to water the Australian natives that the children
helped plant, demonstrating a great sense of pride in their accomplishments and
contribution. The children are flourishing in their ability to communicate and
express themselves, and are learning new skills each session as a result of this.
Skatelight ‘Story of impact’ Stories of impact are only collected where a facilitator believes a powerful story that legitimately represents the outcomes achieved by the program exists, or where an individual indicates their interest in providing their story. They can be written or recorded via audio or video. They should be a maximum of two pages, or 5 minutes and focus on the achievement of program purpose and other effects the program has created. Name of child: Jade Age: 16 Family Demographic: independent from family Post Code: 5114 Gender: Trans - identifies as female School: Playford International College
Date: 18/08/2021
Re program delivery period:
After landscaping completed
This story is: Provided by participant: __________________________________
As told to staff member: __________________________________
OR
Written from observation by staff member/s: Bekk Sellars
This story is
for:
Internal use by the team only
Internal use within the City of Playford, deidentified
x External use and promotion, de-identified only
External use and promotion without limitation
Consent for the story’s use has been provided by the individual
upon which it’s based (not compulsory for team use)
What
happened?
Jade often is at the Davoren Park shopping centre throughout the
week as a place to be due to a challenging life situation. Jade
knows all the business vendors well and is well known.
Jade loves creativity and colour. Jade said the changes brings so
much life to the shopping centre and makes them so much happier
to be there, having somewhere to sit, she can appreciate the
surrounds and makes her feel valued that this project has been
able to happen. Jade was part of the initial steering committee,
has built repour with the Council staff and is now attending
programs at Northern Sound System as a result of this.
Why was it
powerful?
This is powerful because as our young people are regular to the
shopping centre, it gives them something to be proud of as well as
can bring a boost to their moods while facing some difficult times.
It also gives value to them being in the space that it is catered for
and designed by them. Jade has developed further support
networks as a result of the project.
What else
changed as a
result?
Young people are respecting the area more ie not leaving rubbish
around or destroying property, they have pride in the work that’s
taken place. They are making other community members aware
that they have completed this work, the ides have come from
them and they need to keep it looking great so it will attract
other young people to the space.
DAVOREN PARK SHOPPING CENTREPAINTED SCOOTER TRACK
‘DAVOREN PARK RACEWAY’
Following the directive of Hope St Youth Centre to develop a scooter track around the existing garden bed, Carclew’s Pom Pom team have worked with their participants to generate and compile numerous drawings and plans. These are to be executed on-site from July 12 – 16, as a participatory school holiday workshop, with possible days after this for completion or contingency.
The leading discussions for developing drawings have revolved around the idea of a race track, a pathway, elements of board games and general gameplay. It is hoped that the resultant outcome will be able to be enjoyed as scooter path, as well as a physical play space for young people of many ages.
This document shows indicative plans and drawings and documentation of the process so far.
LOOSE MAP OF THE DAVOREN PARK SHOPPING CENTREGARDEN BED AND SURROUNDS
BOOGIE WONDERLAND 2 X 4L
BLUE DIAMOND 2 X 4L
CUPID4L
RIPTIDE 4L
WELLYWOOD4L
CRUSOE1L
HALF TURBO4L
WESTSIDE 4L
MOCHA 1L
BUILDERS WHITE10L
COLOURWAYRESENE LUMBERSIDEROVER CONCRETE PRIMER, THEN CLEAR COAT
EXAMPLE OF TRANSLATIONOF PARTICIPANTS DRAWINGSTO PAINTED SURFACEINDIVIDUALS OR SMALL GROUPS TO WORK ON ONE SEGMENT AT A TIME, OVER THE BASE COLOUR, WORKING WITH CONSISTENT COLOUR CHOICES