To be part of something Great

Being a service leader, for Hope for kids, comes with a lot of responsibilities. Due to several cancelations of Service, we have had very few sessions. The last session involved splitting our group into 3 parts, and engaging the kids with activities such as Card games, Play-dough and Paper cutting.

I joined into the group that was in-charge of the play-dough. Seeing the children mould the dough into a variety of shapes reminded me of my younger years when i would play with play-dough. I taught a girl how to make a small doll with the dough. However, as these kids are quite young, I had to be careful with the tiny pieces of dough, as with intake, it can be very harmful.

Shenali with the youngest child in the room.

Tala beginning to engage children with the dough.

My experience at the hospital has always been more unique and special with every visit. I have always tried my best to be aware of my surroundings and to consider ethical implications of the decisions I take as the leader.  By conducting new activities each session, I acquire and develop new skills of teaching and communicating with the patients. 

I hope to further demonstrate outstanding leadership skills in my visits to the cancer hospital.