New in our Nation
Activities to Promote Self-Esteem and Resilience in Young Asylum Seekers
- Pam Allen - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Development Coordinator, Sheffield
- Ian Warwick - University of Huddersfield, UK
- Jay Begum
This exceptional resource offers the adults who support these young people a sensitive, honest and practical programme. There is a good balance between affective and skills based activities and, whilst recognising the uncertainty they face, the eight sessions all provide a positive focus for the young people and their families.
The programme includes:
} Exploring our Feelings about Who We Are
} Role-Models
} Poetry and Painting
} History, Legislation and my Bill of Rights
} My Shield of Strength
} Hopes, Fears and Dreams
The resource includes copiable material for participants personal files, and posters for display.