Skatelight ‘Story of impact’ Stories of impact are only collected where a facilitator believes a powerful story that legitimately represents the outcomes achieved by the program exists, or where an individual indicates their interest in providing their story. They can be written or recorded via audio or video. They should be a maximum of two pages, or 5 minutes and focus on the achievement of program purpose and other effects the program has created.

Date: 25/8/2021

Re program delivery period:

Build up Hope Project 2020/2021

This story

is: • Provided by participant: __________________________________

x As told to staff member: ___Bethany Franklin_

OR

• Written from observation by staff member/s: ________________

__________________________________________________________

This story

is for:

• Internal use by the team only

x Internal use within the City of Playford, deidentified

What

happened?

There is a young family who attend Pom Pom workshops sessions. Their sons, are

not neurotypical. When I first met them over a year ago, their language skills

were difficult to assess as both children appeared to be non-verbal. Furthermore,

their fine motor skills were underdeveloped for their age bracket, their

willingness to engage with staff was limited, and their ability to tackle workshop

tasks was challenging. During their repeated visits to Pom Pom, I have observed

their drastic development with verbal communication, as well as their ability to

rise to the challenge of workshops. The oldest child greets us at the desk with

lengthy dialogue about what they’ve been up to that day. The youngest is able to

communicate what he needs to staff. Both children engage openly and willingly

with staff, and have flourished in their ability to use the tools and materials each

new workshop presents. I accredit this to the children’ growing familiarity with

the Pom Pom studio, but also to the dedication of staff for in investing particular

time and attention in these children through the project period.

Why was it

powerful?

Pom Pom staff take great care to spend time with the children and encourage

them to attempt the task set, even when complex or challenging. Their potential

is never underestimated by staff. The result is that the children attack the

workshop tasks with great fearlessness, knowing they are in a safe and

supportive environment. We are frequently surprised and impressed by their

creations; which always follow the brief, but with a unique flair that is ultimately

their own.

Recent milestones include watching the children scale-up a drawing on paper

into a painted mural on the bike track, not only switching between different

sizes, but also different mediums. The development of these children continues

to flourish with each session they attend, as we watch them visibly grow more

comfortable, competent and talkative every week. More and more of their

personalities are revealed to us as they continue to open up to staff, allowing us

to better respond to and engage with their needs and interests. This is a process

of growth that only continues to thrive with each passing week. It’s a true

connection to community, Pom Pom and wider shopping precinct. Where this

family now feels safe and familiar in the environment.

What else

changed as

a result?

The family have mentioned how much their children enjoy coming to Pom Pom,

and seem to find great joy in watching their sons vibrantly chatter and tell stories

to the staff. Their routine visits to our studio indicate a great loyalty and trust in

the program. Whilst initially only their father attended Pom Pom with the sons,

the entire family have since begun to attend, including their infant sister.

Additionally, their father tells me that he and the children frequently return to

Pom Pom outside of hours to water the Australian natives that the children

helped plant, demonstrating a great sense of pride in their accomplishments and

contribution. The children are flourishing in their ability to communicate and

express themselves, and are learning new skills each session as a result of this.

Skatelight ‘Story of impact’ Stories of impact are only collected where a facilitator believes a powerful story that legitimately represents the outcomes achieved by the program exists, or where an individual indicates their interest in providing their story. They can be written or recorded via audio or video. They should be a maximum of two pages, or 5 minutes and focus on the achievement of program purpose and other effects the program has created. Name of child: Jade Age: 16 Family Demographic: independent from family Post Code: 5114 Gender: Trans - identifies as female School: Playford International College

Date: 18/08/2021

Re program delivery period:

After landscaping completed

This story is: Provided by participant: __________________________________

As told to staff member: __________________________________

OR

Written from observation by staff member/s: Bekk Sellars

This story is

for:

Internal use by the team only

Internal use within the City of Playford, deidentified

x External use and promotion, de-identified only

External use and promotion without limitation

Consent for the story’s use has been provided by the individual

upon which it’s based (not compulsory for team use)

What

happened?

Jade often is at the Davoren Park shopping centre throughout the

week as a place to be due to a challenging life situation. Jade

knows all the business vendors well and is well known.

Jade loves creativity and colour. Jade said the changes brings so

much life to the shopping centre and makes them so much happier

to be there, having somewhere to sit, she can appreciate the

surrounds and makes her feel valued that this project has been

able to happen. Jade was part of the initial steering committee,

has built repour with the Council staff and is now attending

programs at Northern Sound System as a result of this.

Why was it

powerful?

This is powerful because as our young people are regular to the

shopping centre, it gives them something to be proud of as well as

can bring a boost to their moods while facing some difficult times.

It also gives value to them being in the space that it is catered for

and designed by them. Jade has developed further support

networks as a result of the project.

What else

changed as a

result?

Young people are respecting the area more ie not leaving rubbish

around or destroying property, they have pride in the work that’s

taken place. They are making other community members aware

that they have completed this work, the ides have come from

them and they need to keep it looking great so it will attract

other young people to the space.

DAVOREN PARK SHOPPING CENTREPAINTED SCOOTER TRACK

‘DAVOREN PARK RACEWAY’

Following the directive of Hope St Youth Centre to develop a scooter track around the existing garden bed, Carclew’s Pom Pom team have worked with their participants to generate and compile numerous drawings and plans. These are to be executed on-site from July 12 – 16, as a participatory school holiday workshop, with possible days after this for completion or contingency.

The leading discussions for developing drawings have revolved around the idea of a race track, a pathway, elements of board games and general gameplay. It is hoped that the resultant outcome will be able to be enjoyed as scooter path, as well as a physical play space for young people of many ages.

This document shows indicative plans and drawings and documentation of the process so far.

LOOSE MAP OF THE DAVOREN PARK SHOPPING CENTREGARDEN BED AND SURROUNDS

BOOGIE WONDERLAND 2 X 4L

BLUE DIAMOND 2 X 4L

CUPID4L

RIPTIDE 4L

WELLYWOOD4L

CRUSOE1L

HALF TURBO4L

WESTSIDE 4L

MOCHA 1L

BUILDERS WHITE10L

COLOURWAYRESENE LUMBERSIDEROVER CONCRETE PRIMER, THEN CLEAR COAT

EXAMPLE OF TRANSLATIONOF PARTICIPANTS DRAWINGSTO PAINTED SURFACEINDIVIDUALS OR SMALL GROUPS TO WORK ON ONE SEGMENT AT A TIME, OVER THE BASE COLOUR, WORKING WITH CONSISTENT COLOUR CHOICES