MODULE THREE - Risk & Resilience
At the end of this module students will be able to understand the different ways children become 'at risk' and the resilience they have to cope with difficult circumstances and how this might be strengthened.
This module discusses the conditions which put children at risk and the qualities of resilience that children possess.
The module starts with a look at the global trends that effect the lives of children and how these trends can be addressed in the design and development of children's programs. A tool is provided for analyzing why children are at risk determining how intervention activities can be designed for them
Participants look at how children are put at risk and how they can become resilient to these situations given proper care and guidance. Time is spent discussing trauma and what happens if children's needs are not met. Guidance is given on how a children's program can help children thrive.
The module concludes with a look at the contribution that children can make once their strengths, gifts and potential is realised.
- SESSION 1 - Global Trends Affecting Children
- SESSION 2 - Tool for Analyzing Why Children are At Risk
- SESSION 3 - Defining Risk and Resilience
- SESSION 4 - What Do All Children Need
- SESSION 5 - What Happens When Children's Needs Are Not Met
- SESSION 6 - How Can We Help Children Realize Their Strengths Gifts and Potentials
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Module Three - English (2.75MB)
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Related Links
The Open University/NSPCC/DfES(UK) have produced a multi-media pack called “The Developing World of the Child” which includes new perspectives on child development and looks at children in their varied and diverse contexts. Although it is UK focused it may be a useful resource for trainers in other contexts. More information on www.nspcc.org.uk/inform.
This package contains essential knowledge and skills concerning substance abuse, sexual and reproductive health including HIV/AIDS and STDs for street educators, programme planners and advocates for street children. The training package is divided into two parts:
The first part of the package consists of 10 training modules that provide information on problems street children may face and the essential skills and knowledge educators need to function in a dynamic environment on the street.
The second part is a compilation of trainer tips which provide ideas on how the topics can be taught using a variety of teaching methods
A second document focuses on monitoring and evaluation and it is closely linked to Module 10: Implementing a Street Children Project of the above-mentioned training package. Practical examples are provided on how monitoring and evaluation can be effectively carried out.
www.who.int/substance_abuse/activities/street_children/en/index.html
Other Resources
Children in Residential Care and Alternatives
Responding more effectively to HIV and AIDS