Image: Heartbeat [6 weeks]

Heartbeat [6 weeks]

Senior Citizen Villa·Horana, Sri Lanka

Global Volunteer

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English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to impact the SDG #3 by raising awareness on prevention of non-communicable diseases and the importance of mental health.
This project contributes to,
Image: Good Health And Well Being - Target 3.4

Good Health And Well Being - Target 3.4

By 2030, reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Conduct daily physical exercise sessions to promote the well-being of elderly participants.
Onboarding space with partner representatives to understand the current scenario, beneficiaries and discuss about the outcome of the project
Create an implementation plan on how the project should unfold and determine materials to be used
Preparing the activities that will be done in the following weeks and receiving feedback from the partners and AIESEC
Run the initial assessment needed for measuring the outcome/impact of the project
Introductory session with the beneficiaries, presentation of the volunteers and project objectives.
Contribute to branding, marketing, media promotion, or website development to enhance the visibility and outreach of the organization.
Assist in implementing counseling and relaxation programs to support emotional and mental health.
Coordinate and lead interactive games and recreational activities.
Conduct daily entertainment programs to encourage engagement and joy.
Week 2
Coordinate and lead interactive games and recreational activities.
Contribute to branding, marketing, media promotion, or website development to enhance the visibility and outreach of the organization.
Creating a promotion strategy to increase the presence in the community (online campaigns, use of social media, local events and promotions)
Preparing workshops/sessions to be delivered in the following weeks.
Alignment spaces with organizations that agreed to be partners to prepare for the activities
Plan and create system for campaign outcome data collection.
Create a list of stakeholders that can contribute with the project. Approach those who can realistically contribute to the project.
Conduct daily physical exercise sessions to promote the well-being of elderly participants.
Conduct daily entertainment programs to encourage engagement and joy.
Assist in implementing counseling and relaxation programs to support emotional and mental health.
Week 3
Workshop: The role of mental health in NCD prevention
Contribute to branding, marketing, media promotion, or website development to enhance the visibility and outreach of the organization.
Workshop: Understanding NCDs
Assist in implementing counseling and relaxation programs to support emotional and mental health.
Coordinate and lead interactive games and recreational activities.
Conduct daily entertainment programs to encourage engagement and joy.
Host small group discussions where beneficiaries can talk about their experiences, challenges, and tips for maintaining good mental and physical health. These can be informal and encourage open dialogue.
Start a social media challenge related to the campaign, such as a "Healthy Habit Challenge" where participants commit to a specific healthy behavior for the week and share their progress online.
Workshop: Understanding the impact of sleep on health
Conduct daily physical exercise sessions to promote the well-being of elderly participants.
Week 4
Environmental Factors: Discuss how environmental factors such as pollution, access to green spaces etc can influence NCD risk and ways to promote a healthier environment.
Contribute to branding, marketing, media promotion, or website development to enhance the visibility and outreach of the organization.
Assist in implementing counseling and relaxation programs to support emotional and mental health.
Coordinate and lead interactive games and recreational activities.
Conduct daily entertainment programs to encourage engagement and joy.
Conduct daily physical exercise sessions to promote the well-being of elderly participants.
Physical activity: Highlight the benefits of regular exercise, types of physical activity, and how being physically active can reduce the risk of NCDs. Demonstrate basic at-home exercises and activities to keep the body healthy.
Nutrition: Discuss the importance of balanced diets, the role of different food groups, and the impact of unhealthy eating habits on NCDs. (tip: you can bring the partner to deliver the session)
Substance abuse: Address the risks associated with tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption (or general substance abuse), their impact on NCDs, and strategies for quitting or reducing consumption
Workshop: The key elements for a healthy lifestyle.
Week 5
Coordinate and lead interactive games and recreational activities.
Understanding Mental Health: Define mental health, break down common misconceptions, and emphasize the importance of mental well-being in overall health.
Stress and Anxiety Management: Discuss strategies for recognizing and managing stress and anxiety, including mindfulness techniques, relaxation exercises, and seeking professional support.
Workshop on meditation and journaling: run a meditation session and/or discuss the importance of reading and journaling.
Social Connection: Highlight the importance of social support networks, healthy relationships, and community involvement for mental well-being and NCD prevention.
Engage participants in artistic activities, such as drawing, painting, or writing, to explore and express their emotions.
Conduct daily physical exercise sessions to promote the well-being of elderly participants.
Conduct daily entertainment programs to encourage engagement and joy.
Assist in implementing counseling and relaxation programs to support emotional and mental health.
Contribute to branding, marketing, media promotion, or website development to enhance the visibility and outreach of the organization.
Week 6
Closing day with beneficiaries.
Analyse data to determinate outcome/impact results (level of awareness of beneficiaries post-project activities).
Conduct daily entertainment programs to encourage engagement and joy.
Coordinate and lead interactive games and recreational activities.
Collect data from beneficiaries (you can use surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.)
Assist in implementing counseling and relaxation programs to support emotional and mental health.
Contribute to branding, marketing, media promotion, or website development to enhance the visibility and outreach of the organization.
Conduct daily physical exercise sessions to promote the well-being of elderly participants.
Debrief the impact of the project, how the beneficiaries developed, discuss about what went well and even better if and include this in the report
Build final project report and presented to AIESEC members and NGO/non-profit representatives.
Week 7
Week 8

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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