By Debra Ly | Volunteer
O.O.H Program
'O.O.H Program' is our revamped name for the Jewelry & Life Skills Program. We got a little tired of saying (and typing) such a long and literal name for a life-changing program. Where's the creativity? Where's the pizazz? Finally, after much brainstorming, we came up with a name that everyone concurred to: 'Our Own Hands'. Not only do the girls produce beautiful jewelry, literally, with their own hands, but they are also taking their life and future into their own hands. So supporters and donors, if you've seen 'O.O.H' splashed around, you now know what we're referring to!
The O.O.H Program saw its 2nd graduation last year in December with 11 graduating students. 4 of whom were offered full-time positions from their working internships during the program. The girls were also offered the chance to apply for a position in the 'Artisans Program' (a graduate program for girls who'd successfully undergone the life-skills component) to work as part-time jewellers, focusing on design and production, as well as continued training in structured, fair employment.
It hasn't just been accreditation gain for our girls. They have been gaining lots more energy and healthy weight from our newly initiated Nutritious Snack scheme. We were receiving a lot of complaints from the girls who were always tired, weak and quite thin. They thought they were sick, but we were quick to see that they were actually underfed. We wanted to demonstrate through the scheme what kinds of healthy choices the girls can make with their food purchases as well as feel the benefits of proper nourishment.
It's also taking the girls less effort climbing stairs and riding bicycles, for their fitness has improved immensely! Under the instruction of Natalie Deuschle, the girls have been practicing yoga an hour a week, getting familiar with their bodies, developing their coordination and learning the healing power of silence and reflection.
Thank you for your contineous support and for leaving heartprints of kindness and compassion
With Deep Gratitude,
Senhoa Foundation
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