Today, on February 4, 2020, we launched the first program for children on behalf of UNWPA.

It took place in Ragama, a village of Dambawa, about 20 km from the capital Colombo. About 30 children were eager to participate in this program, which was conducted by two teachers of me and preschool, who had received training in the field of “transformative development”. Most of them were 12 to 17 years old. The main activities conducted were on the theme of “Who am I?” …. Moreover, using the tool name “River of Life”, how children were able to The focus is on what barriers have been reached and what has been achieved in the process. … and the results to date. ….

“I’m surprised so far. When I go back, I see how many problems and difficulties I had to withstand …. but … I could withstand them. By doing this exercise today, I understood my journey.

After drawing the “River of Life”, a girl happily told … The small children who came with the older brother and older sister also participated in drawing LIFE JOURNY.

“ We just lived for it and saw what we really accomplished in our lives, noticed who helped us to be humans today, and the mistakes we made I never turned my back to recognize obstacles or challenges that had to be overcome in the process, but … through this program, I was able to help my future … I was able to refocus and my life goals … and I really enjoyed the program. “Another comment from the participants …

Surprisingly, even the smallest children in the group enjoyed painting.

Before beginning the exercises in the program, the topic of self-introduction was done through the game, in order for the children to relax both physically and mentally, and to respond to this procedure … Was able to express the resolution of …

Our kids spend their time only in educational support classes, and when they have free time, they just sit near TV and watch TV dramas … I haven’t had the opportunity to participate in a workshop that will help me get creative … I appreciate UNWPA and asked you to come up with more programs for our kids You. The participant’s mother commented. It was a meaningful time for the children, and it was very fun as a team and as an individual. We provided sweets and stationery necessary for the program. Special thanks to Merlyn Murin. The same goes for Priyanka Pohnwiela, who assisted in running the program, provided a pre-school permit without hesitation, and assisted as a facilitator.

-Sanda Jaya