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| 'Work In Progress'
So... I have been having so much fun and been so busy at the Video & Social Media Training in Slovakia, that I havn't found the time to Post much.
Getting here was rather an expedition, involving several trains, tubes, a plane and a taxi detour, and it was 10PM local time when we arrived, despite me setting off on the quest at 4am!!! :P
They say pictures say a thousand words, so please check out the photos below. ;)
'Here some of us are practicing recording an interview.'
'A still image I took for another exercise, can you identify the meanings and themes conveyed?'
'The Gang!!!'
:D
First there was Planking...
Then came Owling...
Finally Pegging came along...
 ...a craze which took the YMCA in Banska Bystrica by Storm!!! |
Friday, 22 June 2012
SLOVAKIA ROCKS!!!
Day 6 In Slovakia - Final Project
We have started to plan our final team project. Nerves are running high. My team is filled with insperation. Planning is crucial in anything we do especially if it is for the first time. What should we film?
Quotes & notes for the day :
Create great content. Nurture a network of people who care about you. Be kind.The influence will take care of itself.
Thursday, 21 June 2012
Day 4 African Alliance Youth Summit
Day 4 of the Youth Summit saw the end of Phase 1 of training for the S2C programme. The group looked at how to effect change using press releases, group statements, social media and more... There was also sessions looking at what was expected of an S2C Ambassador and what supported they would need from their local and national YMCA's.
While attending the Summit we have been inspired and challenged by the S2C (Subject to Citizen) programme which seeks to empower and equip the young people in Africa and it's partnering countries to have at first a voice. By this we mean giving them the skills and confidence to articulate opinions, viewpoints and meaningful contribution to public debate. Secondly it aims to give the young people the space to be heard in appropriate places whether that's regionally, nationally or internationally. And finally the ability to influence by making a positive impact on decision making that improves the situation for young people in Africa and its partnering countries.
We believe that this programme could make a huge difference in tackling the way young people all around the world both think, act and influence the changes that need implementing within their retrospective countries. This is evidenced by the numerous success stories that we heard from the graduating ambassadors, who's voices have been heard in influencing the policies and strategies throughout Africa, even in the face of contravercy and resistance. Making the transition from subject to citizen has made such a dramatic change within their lives and the lives of those who live within their communities
We're looking forward to the closing ceremony in the capital city of Harare tomorrow night... more details on the S2C programme and Youth Summit can be found at www.africaymca.org
While attending the Summit we have been inspired and challenged by the S2C (Subject to Citizen) programme which seeks to empower and equip the young people in Africa and it's partnering countries to have at first a voice. By this we mean giving them the skills and confidence to articulate opinions, viewpoints and meaningful contribution to public debate. Secondly it aims to give the young people the space to be heard in appropriate places whether that's regionally, nationally or internationally. And finally the ability to influence by making a positive impact on decision making that improves the situation for young people in Africa and its partnering countries.
We believe that this programme could make a huge difference in tackling the way young people all around the world both think, act and influence the changes that need implementing within their retrospective countries. This is evidenced by the numerous success stories that we heard from the graduating ambassadors, who's voices have been heard in influencing the policies and strategies throughout Africa, even in the face of contravercy and resistance. Making the transition from subject to citizen has made such a dramatic change within their lives and the lives of those who live within their communities
We're looking forward to the closing ceremony in the capital city of Harare tomorrow night... more details on the S2C programme and Youth Summit can be found at www.africaymca.org
4 days In, Friendship and Trust Is Growing
We have decided not to go to the restaurant today and cooked a splendid home cook meal.
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| Step 2 - The Cooking |
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| Step 1- The Preparation |
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| Step 3 - The Serving |
Wednesday, 20 June 2012
1st Day In Slovakia
1st day in Slovakia. Everyone i met has been great. I am so happy to be apart of this project.
On Route To Slovakia 16th June 2012
Monday, 18 June 2012
Day 2 - African Youth Summit
Today has been an inspiration from start to finish. Throughout the day we have been reminded of why we continue to be a part of this glorious organisation that is the YMCA.
The day started out with devotions brought to us by the southern African participants of the summit.
We then learned more about the thinking and practice of the well established S2C (Subject 2 Citizens) programme, which has been running for he last 3 years across Africa.
This afternoon we were split into small groups where we were asked to discuss and identify the 3 most important issues that were affecting the young people across Africa today. From that we realised that even though the young people here are from all over the world the issues affecting them were the same issues that the young people in UK are facing, the lack of employment and affordable further education.
Then to close out the day we heard a very moving and motivating personal account of what it is like to work your way out of poverty and the courage it takes to return to the slums with which one came, to fight the current injustices that continue to run rife.
It is a testament to the African Alliance of YMCA's that we finished the day as we started. Motivated, inspired and energised to continue the legacy that is the YMCA in our retrospective countries.
Tune in tomorrow for day 3 of the African Youth Summit.
Toni and Dave
The day started out with devotions brought to us by the southern African participants of the summit.
We then learned more about the thinking and practice of the well established S2C (Subject 2 Citizens) programme, which has been running for he last 3 years across Africa.
This afternoon we were split into small groups where we were asked to discuss and identify the 3 most important issues that were affecting the young people across Africa today. From that we realised that even though the young people here are from all over the world the issues affecting them were the same issues that the young people in UK are facing, the lack of employment and affordable further education.
Then to close out the day we heard a very moving and motivating personal account of what it is like to work your way out of poverty and the courage it takes to return to the slums with which one came, to fight the current injustices that continue to run rife.
It is a testament to the African Alliance of YMCA's that we finished the day as we started. Motivated, inspired and energised to continue the legacy that is the YMCA in our retrospective countries.
Tune in tomorrow for day 3 of the African Youth Summit.
Toni and Dave
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