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Gulf Weekly
4 days ago
- General
- Gulf Weekly
Summer spent right
melissa@ Not all children spend their holidays glued to the screen or getting bored. Several young philanthropists based in Bahrain are engaging in social work this summer, shining a bright spotlight on the importance of introducing community-oriented activities at an early age. According to reports online, humanitarian work offers multiple benefits to adolescents, like improved critical thinking, more empathy, higher self-worth and fewer depressive symptoms, among others. New Millennium School grade 12 student Alison Reeves concurred, asserting that her experience with social work has been 'rewarding'. The Indian Community Relief Fund's (ICRF) Thirst Quenchers summer campaign volunteer believes that participating in the initiative has been an educational journey for her. The programme is aligned with the Labour Ministry's summer mid-day outdoor work ban, where ICRF volunteers visit locations across the kingdom every Saturday of July and August to distribute refreshments. 'I started a year ago and can say that it has helped me hone my social skills,' the 17-year-old Indian expatriate told GulfWeekly. 'I learned how to introduce myself to different people and deal with various situations. For instance, many workers do not speak English, so we have to find a way to communicate with them. We also understand how to be polite with them,' added the Juffair resident, who aspires to pursue a degree in event management while continuing with community activities. 'ICRF has shown me there are communities like this wherever I go. So, even when I study abroad, I am hopeful I can find a place where I can volunteer,' she added. Alison is inspired by her parents Althea and Basil Reeves, who are also committed to social causes and have always encouraged her to pursue the same. Tubli resident Aamer Al Zaman also motivated his children, Rayyan, 13, and Jenan, 11, to volunteer at a summer camp for differently abled children, conducted by Shahzaib's Club House – a community organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with diverse abilities. 'The turning point was taking them to watch the Bollywood movie Sitaare Zameen Par ('stars on Earth'), which focuses on the same cause,' Aamer revealed. 'I then spoke to them about how we need to help these 'stars', who are just as talented as us. While they found it tough initially, we motivated them not to give up and the organisers were supportive too.' Club House founder Amena Shahrukh said that sometimes, the young volunteers were assigned tasks to do with the children and at other times, they came up with their own ideas. 'Our young volunteers also assisted our teachers in the classroom,' she added. Spurred on by the enriching experience, the siblings, who attend Naseem International School, have expressed a desire to continue volunteering every summer. Youngsters Ali Ashraf, 12, and Fatima Zaynab Al Isa, 11, also volunteer at Shahzaib's Club House's summer camp, which will continue until the end of this month. The home-schooled children from Saar are equally excited about the experience and hope to continue it every year. 'I led an activity on recycling paper,' Ali said. 'It was difficult when the differently abled children cried or when I didn't understand what they were saying and I'm still learning to get better at that. But I learned how to be patient through this experience and had a really good time with all the children,' the Australian-Pakistani talent added.
Buzz Feed
27-03-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
3-Cheese Poutine Gnocchi
Tasty Promoted by Club House. Sponsors do not have editorial control over promoted content. INGREDIENTS 500g gnocchi 3 tbsp olive oil 75g mozzarella 100g cheese curds 1 packet (25g) ClubHouse Brown Gravy mix 30g Parmesan cheese, shredded 1 tsp ClubHouse dried parsley PREPARATION 1) Bring a large pot of salted water up to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook for 2-3 minutes or until floating to the service. Remove and set aside. 2) In a separate saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with the ClubHouse Brown Gravy mix. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until gravy comes to a boil. 3) In a separate large skillet, heat the oil over medium high. When hot, add the cooked gnocchi and saute for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown all over. 4) Pour Clubhouse Brown Gravy into the skillet with the browned gnocchi. 5) Top with the mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese and cheese curds. 6) Place the skillet under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling.
Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'I felt safe': West London SEND nightclub holds its first event for neurodivergent adults
A brand new inclusive nightclub has hosted its first event in West London. The initiative aims to bring young adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) together in a safe and fun environment. Club House Hillingdon opened its doors for the first time on Thursday (February 27) at Brunel University in Uxbridge. The initiative was first launched by Orchard Hill College students in Sutton in 2023, and has been considered a 'great success'. The new club night is the latest event to be held as part of that. Tia, 24, was a student at Orchard Hill College, a specialist college with centres spread across London. She told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) that the Club House has helped her grow her confidence, and urges others to join. READ MORE: Crystal Palace and Milwall fans warned of 'no away pubs' and station closure for 'safety' READ MORE: 'Massive disruption' expected as Gallows Corner flyover major upgrade confirmed with speed limit changes She said: "It's been great to just be able to be an adult, and enjoy an adult life. Before the Club House, there weren't any places in my area I could really go to socialise with friends. "It's not only me, but other people who don't go out, or have the advantage to go out to places, it gives them the opportunity to do that. I haven't been to any places like this since I was younger, it's nice to occasionally have a shandy or coke with friends. "I felt safe with the staff there, and I brought a friend along, so I'd recommend people doing something similar to that, it's open and we have security there. I think people would feel safe coming." The Club House also offers a chance for young adults with SEND to develop skills for future employment, whilst being paid. Past and present Orchard Hill College students developed the idea and now attend or work at the events. The initiative began in Sutton in 2023 with the support of councillors from Sutton Council. The local authority provided six months funding to the programme which has 'gone from strength to strength since'. Kelly Phillips, Executive Principal of Orchard Hill College, said the initiative is about giving young people with SEND the same opportunities that their neurotypical peers enjoy. She told the LDRS it is wrong that many people assume neurodivergent young adults can't enjoy a drink or a club night with friends. She said: "The idea is that it will be run by people with SEND, it's totally set up and run by them. Everything around it is about breaking down barriers and just allowing people to just be, and be celebrated for who they are. "There's never a dull moment, it's the only place I go on a Thursday night where I always have fun, you'll never leave the dancefloor. Sadly, provisions of local services are closing down, and money is tight at the moment, and for those young people, once their youth club finishes there is nothing for them to do at night time." The Club House events take place monthly, with the next event on Thursday, March 27 at the Hamilton Centre at Brunel University. It runs from 7pm to 10pm and tickets can be purchased on the door or online via Eventbrite. Each ticket comes with a free pass for one carer. Have a story you want to share? Email Don't miss out on the biggest West London news. Sign up to our MyWestLondon newsletter HERE for all the latest daily news and more.
