Speaker:
GLENN LIM (Spc Dip in Ed Psych, M.Socsc) is a trainer, counselor and youth ambassador specializing in youth issues. He has conducted many dynamic and engaging training sessions for parents, educators and leaders in various settings. As a multi-award winner, Glenn is recognised for his efforts in reaching out to youths. His passion is to see shattered lives restored and broken families transformed. Currently, Glenn is a Commonwealth Youth Ambassador (ASEAN) and is also serving as Managing Director at Glenn Lim Consultancy Pte Ltd,


Synopsis
STRENGTHS APPROACH TO YOUTH WORK
This module will introduce caregivers to the ‘Strengths Approach’ and ‘Strokes Theory’ which are positive approaches in connecting with young people, by learning to affirm and bring out the best in them. Applying these approaches will help generate positive motivation and resources in young people. It will explore creative ways to exploit youth culture’s ‘redemptive features’ and turn these into intervention platforms.


Details of SESSION 1 (1.5hrs):

This session will introduce parents to the ‘Strengths Approach’ of PYD & explore positive approaches to engage & develop young people according to their strengths. The lecturer will share on some youth developmental principles & highlight the importance of affirmations & encouragements in parent-child relationships. The session will include exploring creative ways to exploit youth culture’s ‘redemptive features’ and turn these into intervention platforms to generate positive motivation & resources in youth.


Details of SESSION 2 (1.5hrs):
This session will adopt a more hands-on approach to anchoring some of the strategies & techniques of capacity-building in children. The lecturer will highlight the importance of 'Positive Stroking' and its psychological implications. Demonstrations & Role-plays will be featured in an interactive & experiential manner.