Action Care conducted five Start Early seminars throughout the UAE (April - May 2010)
With the sponsorship of Boeing, Action Care conducted five Start Early seminars throughout the UAE. The seminars focused on providing training and assistance to parents, educators and caregivers, equipping them with the skills needed to make an early investment in the education and development of the children in their care.
The seminars were held at the following locations:
- Ajman University of Science and Technology; attended by 24 kindergarten and primary school teachers from Ajman Education Zone
- Fujairah Ministry of Social Affairs Community Development Center, attended by 22 mothers in the community
- Sharjah Ladies Club, attended by 26 teachers and caregivers from the Basateen Nursery
- Zayed University, Abu Dhabi, attended by 26 education, IT and business majors
- Dar Zayed for Family Care, Al Ain, attended by 24 Dar Zayed house mothers of orphan children in Al Ain
I must start by saying that I was very hesitant to participate and be a volunteer as I have never been involved in something like this. But doing so has totally changed my thinking. It opened my eyes to see that it was fun being surrounded by children who are so enthusiastic in wanting to learn so much more of not just a language but also interacting with us, all from totally different cultures and background. Yes, I am so glad that I did volunteer, even if I have not made a great impact on their lives, they definitely left me walking out that night with a smile on my face and sweet memories that I will carry with me for a long time. Thank you Action Care for giving me this opportunity.