Tag Archives: Online Youth Speaking Club
NOTES of a NOMAD #189 -Back to the Drawing Board -24 September 2023
This week I have to go ‘back to the drawing board’ as a project I have been working on has not been successful.
I review some of the activities, the results, and what I think is the next step.
However, if anyone has some suggestions for me, I would be pleased to hear them.
NOTES of a NOMAD #168 -Week Twelve -(Bhaktapur) -1 May 2023
This video covers the twelfth and last week I spent in Nepal.
We have planted lots of seeds and now the task is to bring much of the interest to fruition.
Please contact me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #167 -NEPAL -Week Eleven -(Mahendranagar) -26 April 2023
It was a challenging week in Mahendranagar.
Some of the challenges were the mosquitoes, being very ill, not being able to eat any more plain rice with curried vegetables, and feeling isolated.
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please contact me.
NOTES of a NOMAD #166 NEPAL -Week Ten -(Inaruwa) -17 April 2023
It was New Year’s Day in Nepal last week.
So Happy New Year for 2080 according to the Hindu calendar used in Nepal.
Also, since last week was during school vacation I conducted a Summer Camp approach having them at the school in the morning and a road trip some afternoons.
We did journaling, Agora Speakers practices, learning to cook, and four road trips.
Please reach out to me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #165 -Week Nine -(Damak) -10 April 2023
This past week, I had an enthusiastic reception in the school and the library that I visited.
Also, the bus ride from Damak to Inaruwa has some dramatic activities which delayed my arrival in Inaruwa.
Please reach out to me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #164 -NEPAL -Week Eight (Dharan) -1 April 2023
I spent the past week at the Shree Public School which has 3425 students.
It was the first government-run school as all previous schools were private schools.
I will maintain contact with the English teacher, Buddha Sagar as he appears enthusiastic about the Agora Speakers program.
I received an interesting ‘Token of Love’ from the school.
Please reach out to me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #162 -NEPAL -Week Six (Nepalgunj) -19 March 2023
This past week was spent in Nepalgunj which is close to the border with India.
I had a great time working with about eighty students in the Spring Dell Academy from Grade 5 to Grade 10.
The school principal was very supportive and interested in the Agora Speakers Youth program.
Please reach out to me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #161 -NEPAL -Week Five (Chitran) -10 March 2023
After a 13-hour bus ride, I arrived in Chitwan, Nepal on Sunday morning where I worked with the students at Orchid School.
I continue to learn as we progress and enjoy the hospitality of the people of Nepal.
I discuss some of the aspects of Nepal in which I believe implementing Agora Speakers clubs can make a positive contribution.
Please reach out to me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #151 -Youth Testimonials -30 December 2022
Since I have been working with youth groups since 2004, I thought it would be good to get some testimonials from those involved.
I recently sent out a request and have received a few testimonials which I can share.
The plan is to use them to promote other youth to join a youth group.
Please contact me if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions.
NOTES of a NOMAD #122 -Older/Younger Generations -10 June 2022
This video shares information about how the older generations can assist the younger generations to find their voices and help make the world a better place.
If you know anyone who could be interested in helping our youth, please share this video with them.
They can reach us by completing the form found at the bottom of the home page at https://www.redones.ca/
NOTES of a NOMAD #110 -Communication & Leadership from Ukraine -18 March 2022
The outstanding communication and leadership of Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky are inspirational.
He has demonstrated the powerful impact these skills can have on the world.
It is these skills that we assist our youth and members of Agora Speakers to obtain so they will become brilliant communicators and confident leaders.
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please reach out to me.
NOTES of a NOMAD #109 -WHAT NOW? War -11 March 2022
The current war in Ukraine is going to impact us all.
What can we do to help?
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please reach out to me.
NOTES of a NOMAD #104 -Finding Your Potential -4 February 2022
I was reminded of the core competencies that help us thrive when I reviewed the book, “Letter To A Young Athlete.”
It is these core abilities that help us reach our potential.
If you know of anyone who may be interested in learning about the youth programs I promote to assist our younger generation, please reach out to me.
NOTES of a NOMAD #96 -My Dream -8 December 2021
In a recent dream, I shared a message with a group of young people.
I am sharing my dream in case you know of anyone who would like to be able to assist our youth gain crucial communication and collaboration skills.
Please share this video with anyone you know who might assist our younger generation.
If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please reach out to me.
