We all feel the innate need to belong somewhere, where our opinions and well-being matter, but for those who the society relentlessly excludes, a peer started a non-profit NGO called Unitree, previously known as Friendship circle, where whereas events and fun activities are planned to engage children with down syndrome and make them feel loved.
| LO 2 | Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process |
Children with Down syndrome do their best not to let their differences make them any weaker than “normal” people and they are one of the jolliest people I have come across. The challenge I faced had nothing to do with them but rather that I was unable to communicate with them very easily but slowly I understood that all they want is companionship and inclusion so working on my communication skills I overcame that and was able to interact with them the amazing kids I met.
| LO 6 | Demonstrate engagement with issues of global significance |
Not only people who have down syndrome, anyone who is different than the definition of “normal” our society has created is subject to alienation sometimes even within their own house, named unnatural at times. Everyone faces this at least once in their lifetime, even if on a molecular level. Volunteering here made me realize how lightly we take such things and taught me the importance of knowing your self-worth, these kids taught me that. Even though it might not be a large organization, even a dent in the glass made by Unitree makes a lot of difference in lives.
Evidence:
Christmas Celebration
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CX-l22BF8uK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Navratri Garba Fest
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CUxYmQ5jbK7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link