Healing Space

For young people aged 8 to 11 years of age 

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​A workshop that invites young people to share stories of their lives in a supportive space using the ‘Tree of Life’ metaphor. This intervention utilities creative activities to help young people discover the wisdom that lies within their experiences.

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This approach is easy to engage with, fun and at the same time enables young people to speak about aspects of themselves and their lives in a way that is empowering and increases resilience.

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Key objectives:

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• Build confidence and resilience

• Uncover strengths, cultural values and traditions to contribute to the process of healing

• Increase problem solving skills

• Strengthen relationships with significant others e.g. family, friends, peers or teachers to widen support network.

• Inspire hope

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Activities included:

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• Individual art work

• Pair & group activities

• Guided visualization

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