Special Projects
MOUNT DRUITT LEARNING GROUND
Sponsored by Human Services Housing NSW, DEEWR (Australian Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations); ANZ Trustees A N Carmichael Fund; Marian E.H. Flack Trust; St George Foundation; Sidney Myer Fund.
Is a unique place for young people and their families to make strong learning experiences together. Built on the principles of each one - teach one where people feel safe and welcome.
Learning Ground operates on a school year timetable and is offered particularly to those experiencing difficulties in school retention. Learning is based on Aboriginal traditional and contemporary knowledge and that of linguistically diverse communities. Volunteer mentors work one on one with families. Over 60 families participate in the programme throughout the year.
Enquiries contact info@chainreaction.org.au or phone (02) 9953 3287
ENABLERS LEADERSHIP COURSE (12 Hour Programme)
Is offered twice per year at Mount Druitt Learning Ground. For men and women who would like to take stronger leadership roles in their families, at work, within local community, church groups, or other areas of engagement.
No formal education is required, only the desire to have greater success in life. The programme addresses skills in understanding ones self and developing good listening, communication, leadership and decision making techniques for building a safe and engaged environment.
Upcoming course for Community Workers, Teachers and Government Agency workers. 24, 31 May, 7, 14 June 2012
Programme runs from 10.15am - 2.00pm. Morning tea and lunch provided.
Enquiries contact info@chainreaction.org.au or phone (02) 9953 3287
ENABLERS TRAIN-THE-TRAINER PROGRAMME
For those who have completed Enablers Leadership course and would like to train as facilitators to offer the programme in their own organisations.
Enquiries contact info@chainreaction.org.auor phone (02) 9953 3287
FAMILY LIFE PROGRAMME - 2012
Sponsored by DEEWR (Australian Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations)
In 2011 Chain Reaction Foundation, in collaboration with The Parent Practice introduced a programme for parents, grandparents and child carers.
The programme is primarily offered to Aboriginal Parents or carers of Aboriginal children. It is offered 3 times per year in blocks of 6 week sessions, each session consisting of approx. 3 hours. Morning tea and lunch will be provided.
The programme is offered out of Mount Druitt Learning Ground.
It covers five areas of interest to family members;
- Encouraging co-operation and confidence in children
- Managing emotions and improving communication especially in considering technology issues,
- Setting up for success within the family
- Rules, routines and rewards for tweens and teens
- Positive Discipline now and for the future
Programme dates for 2012:
24, 27 April, 1, 4 & 8 May 2012
24, 31 July, 7, 14, 21 & 28 Aug 2012
23, 30 Oct, 6, 12, 20 & 27 Nov 2012
For more information or bookings please contact Margaret Bell now to avoid disappointment.
margaret.bell@chainreaction.org.au or phone (02) 9953 3287
BREAKFAST CAFE PROGRAMME
A bi-monthly conversation over breakfast addressing the concept of Social Inclusion in a variety of ways. Breakfasts are conducted in Melbourne and Sydney at KPMG offices and attended by community, business and government leaders.
Dates for the diary:
Melbourne: 7 February, 12 June, 7 August, 9 October, 11 December 2012.
Sydney: 21 Feb, 19 June, 14 August, 16 October 2012.
Bookings essential, contact peggy@chainreaction.org.au or phone (02) 9953 3287.