Empathy-Based Initiatives For High Schools

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Helping individuals celebrate their differences through a social emotional learning curriculum for universities is central to what we do at Don’t Hide It, Flaunt It. At Don’t Hide It Flaunt It (DHIFI), we have a strong belief in the power of accepting uniqueness and nurturing environments where all people can feel seen, valued and heard. With our range of programs, we aim to encourage acceptance, empathy, and self esteem for people from all walks of life.

Inclusion And Belonging Program

We believe that an inclusion curriculum for schools is truly capable of making a difference in the world. Social Emotional Learning is a core part of our work at DHIFI. The tools of SEL equip individuals, especially students, with the skills to understand and manage emotions, build interpersonal relationships, and make responsible choices. Increasing awareness of how others experience the world, encouraging the building of strong teams and encouraging better communication are simply a few advantages of SEL activities. These exercises help participants connect with themselves and others, building the essential social skills necessary for success, both personally and academically. If you’re curious about the potential of inclusivity program, we’re here to help you get started.

An Inclusion Program Curriculum For Military Families

In addition to social emotional learning activities, we also focus on inclusion programs for students. At DHIFI, we make sure that everyone feels included, regardless of no matter what their race, gender, abilities, or background happen to be. We take it a step further than inclusion by encouraging true inclusion and inclusion – with a goal of ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our programming is designed for schools, businesses, and community groups, with interactive formats that tackle a variety of topics.

Inclusion Activities

Supporting get to know you activities for middle school at DHIFI encompasses programming for schools, businesses, and community settings. Confronting preconceived notions about differences and disabilities through empowering talks is central to our Speaking Engagements. Participants find our interactive programs to be incredibly engaging, fostering introspection, self-expression, while promoting empathy and inclusion. The vital dialogue started by our student programs embraces the things that make us unique and, over time, builds an atmosphere of kindness and mutual respect among peers. To ensure a lasting impact on all who attend, each program is customized to the specific needs of the audience. Experience the difference we can make with icebreaker activities for middle school.

Social Emotional Activities For Students

Our mission at DHIFI is to empower individuals to flaunt the things that make them unique through welcome activity ideas elementary school , based on the idea that differences should be flaunted, not concealed. We empower people of all ages to celebrate their differences as an integral part of who they are. Whether it’s through sharing stories, public speaking, or interactive seminars, our goal is to foster a world where inclusion is valued and embraced. Understanding and respect are crucial for communities that empower their members to proudly flaunt their differences confidently.

Integrating Social Emotional Learning Activities for Students

As an educator, you might be curious about ways to integrate SEL activities for educators into your school curriculum. It doesn’t need to eat into your whole school day and there are many ways to achieve this. We’re here to provide you with some ideas to assist students in celebrating their differences at DHIFI. Some examples include:

  • Positive affirmations
  • Coping strategies
  • Show-and-tell
  • Sharing quotes
  • Arts and crafts
  • Sharing stories
  • Journal entries

Disability Support Programs Bullying Prevention Workshops For Organizations

Our focus on disability education program for organizations is central to our mission, as bullying often stems from a failure in understanding and recognition of differences. We aim to address bullying’s root causes and provide students with strategies for speaking up against it in their everyday lives. This is achieved through interactive program and candid discussions. We stress the importance of empathy, respect, and kindness, helping students to identify and challenge bullying behaviors when they’re encountered in their communities. These programs not only build awareness, they additionally empower students to become advocates for change, creating environments that are safer and more supportive for all. If you’d like to learn more about disability awareness training for schools, don’t hesitate to .

Sel Activity Ideas For The Classroom

To create an increased sense of community and belonging, you’ll discover welcome activities for students at Project Flaunt. Encouraging individuals to embrace their differences and share their stories with others, Project Flaunt is a one-of-a-kind initiative. These activities may include icebreakers where individuals express something special about themselves, group projects that focus on individual strengths, or storytelling sessions where students talk about how their differences influence their perspectives. Through these activities, students not only discover more about one another, they also develop a deeper appreciation for inclusion within their classroom, at home, and in the larger community.

Social Emotional Learning Programs For Middle Schools

Empowering individuals to flaunt their differences and create a world that’s more inclusive through SEL programs for universities is our clear mission at DHIFI, with everything we do. Through our broad range of programs, we strive to create environments where understand and acceptance thrive. For additional information on our programs, visit us today.

Our Programs

Our social emotional learning (SEL) and empathy-building programs are designed to build acceptance and empathy and create cultures of inclusion for schools, communities, companies, and beyond.
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School Programs

This program is designed to help kids and teens build self-confidence, empathy and healthy relationship skills.

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Community Programs

We work with community organizations, summer camps, faith-based organizations, and other non-profits.

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Corporate Programs

DHIFI offers customized presentations and programming for companies of all sizes to build inclusivity and understanding in the workplace.

Testimonials

During our 2019 annual President’s Council of Cornell Women (PCCW) Symposium, Meg gave an impressionable presentation titled “What You Think of Me is None of My Business: Embracing Your Superpower” which embodied our theme of PCCW Celebrates One Cornell: Diversity and Inclusion.” Not only was Meg’s presentation insightful, thoughtful and impactful, but she captivated the audience. Sharing stories about those who go through life with visible and invisible differences made us aware that we all face difficulties and challenges in many ways, but together, through education and awareness, we can be compassionate, loving and caring to everyone, no matter the trials and tribulations ahead.

Carole Quealy

Cornell University, Alumni Affairs & Development

When the U.S. Embassy in Israel hosted Meg Zucker as a Distinguished American Speaker in 2015, the audiences she spoke and met with were deeply inspired by her personal story, her effective advocacy, and the early success of Don’t Hide It, Flaunt It.  Her appearance made a huge impact with advocates for inclusion and acceptance which still resonates today with those who met her.

Daniel Shapiro

former U.S. Ambassador to Israel

Meg is an energetic and engaging speaker who inspires all who meet her with her life story of growing up with a blatant physical difference and parenting kids who share her difference.   Her message of “the things that make me different make me, me” is heartfelt and impactful and resonates with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.  Meg’s mission of building acceptance, tolerance, and empathy is more important now than ever before.  Everyone who has the pleasure of hearing Meg’s story and her vision will be better for it.

Mindy Scheier

Founder and CEO, Runway of Dreams Foundation

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CASEL Competencies
 
  • Self-awareness: Assessing
 one’s own strengths […] and possessing confidence and growth mind-set
  • Social awareness: Taking the perspective of and empathizing with others from diverse backgrounds and cultures
  • Relationship skills: Establishing healthy and rewarding relationships with diverse individuals.