This one is for the adults… However, it will benefit the youth and families on Long Island so read on and see how you make a difference.
As a former volunteer Long Island Crisis Center (LICC) Crisis Counselor for seven years, I know the work that the volunteers do to support and empower the youth and families here on Long Island, so I wanted to share these very worthy fundraiser events with all of you.
Let’s support Long Island Crisis Center (LICC) Banding Together Against Bullying on this Sat, March 31st starting at 8pm. Live Bands and Multi-Venue Fundraiser Event with a suggested donation of $10 at the door. Raffle tickets for purchase – gift certificates and gift baskets.
http://www.longislandcrisiscenter.org/banding_together.html
Next month, on Mon, April 30th, 6 – 9pm, it’s Big Wines & Small Plates Fundraiser to Benefit the LICC. Enjoy a three-hour walk-around event at Lola’s Wine Bar in Long Beach, NY. Showcasing more than twenty of the finest domestic and international wines and featuring the fine cuisine of renowned chef, David Livingston! Spectacular raffle prizes!
$65 per person inclusive of tax & gratuity ($35 is tax-deductible)
Space is limited – Reservations are required
Call Fran Karliner at LICC @ 516-826-0244 to make your reservation
Or mail your check to: Long Island Crisis Center, 2740 Martin Ave., Bellmore, NY 11710. All credit cards accepted – advance payment required
All Net Proceeds to Benefit Long Island Crisis Center.
Certainly, by all means pass along this information and share this blog post with your people – friends, family and business associates. Hope to see you there!
If you can’t make these events, you can still support the LICC by sending in a donation directly to the organization. On behalf of LICC, we appreciate your support, contribution, and dedication to this non-profit organization. Thanks in advance for spreading the word on these very worthy fundraiser events!!
LICC wants everyone to know that it’s OK to ask for help.
LONG ISLAND CRISIS CENTER
2740 Martin Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710 (516) 826-0244
www.longislandcrisiscenter.org
http://www.longislandcrisiscenter.org/24-7_hotlines.html
Long Island Crisis Center is a 501(C)3 registered non-profit organization.
As stated on the LICC website, the mission of Long Island Crisis Center is to provide free, high quality, accessible and confidential services to Long Islanders in crisis. In fulfilling our mission, we provide non-judgmental services that help clients to break through isolation, stabilize their situations, and obtain the services they need. Supporting healthier living and greater personal empowerment guides our work at LICC.
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I am reading thru your posts and not seeing so much feedback.
It isnt easy to catch the attention of the kids you seek that can benefit. Maybe college students or other teachers who are linked up. And even then they may not carry your message as a learning aide or tool in the classrooms they are in.
Maybe you need to start a motivational speaking position and enter at risk or depressed schools? And there are also dysfunctional children at well to do and upper eschelon schools. as well.
Good luck in what youre trying to do…
Really appreciate your feedback and guidance. You are absolutely right – I need to get myself out there and hustle, so the Students know about this blog. Plans definitely include outreach efforts to connect with the Youth Groups, Camps, Schools, and Colleges, as well as Motivational Speaking. Thanks so much for the encouragement and words of wisdom!
I have read thru your story…what truly snap epiphany did you have that seems to have put you on your trajectory?
Gary -What a terrific question! There have been many Ah Ha moments/epiphanies that have led me to this path from my childhood and through the recent years. Most recently would have been when I attended the ICF Coaching Conference back in 12/2009, when I rediscovered my life purpose. If you haven’t already, I welcome you to check out How I Rediscover My Life Purpose and Finding the Strength and Courage pages, which provides more insight and background. I want nothing more than to wake up everyday realizing I’m making a difference with the Youth/Students. Nothing would make me happier than to realize sharing my story and lessons has made a difference and even saved some lives along the way. It’s all about following and trusting your heart and intuition –then everything falls into place. Without a doubt, I feel this is my calling in life. I’ve just been trying to figure out how and where to get started with this calling, so here I am with this blog.
I have to ask this, as I had my students in Hawaii, who were mixed Asian, Asian or Pacific Islander…what does my experience have to do with theirs and why is anything I say relevant to them…as I am just a ‘haole’ (caucasian) from the mainland?
I had to go to the lowest common denominator..socio-economics; I grew up poor…we were so poor we couldn’t pay attention! I didn’t have the entitlements they have seen other ‘haoles’ get. I didn’t have a car at 16, I didn’t have college at 18…I had a military career, and then added my school and training as an educator while in there. I had to be them..because basically I was. They started to respect my experiences..my travel…my opinions on issues, and also the respect I showed them. I don’t play that ‘earn’ my respect crap…my students got it immediately and when they recognized that, they were more tolerant and accepting and returned respect. Teachers don’t understand they’re the ones who must earn it…not the students.
Dr Krinberg -As you understand, respect is key to any relationship – especially that of a Teacher and Student. I would go further and say it really goes both ways. It appears you have earned the respect of your students despite different background, which indicates your ability to connect and build rapport. It’s about showing others, the students, in this case, what the value is in learning, and sharing in a way that allows them to recognize your knowledge and experience that you can share with them. You seem to have taken this approach based on what you have shared – really terrific!
So Sarina, my question to you is when confronted by kids who dont share our cultural rythm or traditions…how do you make that connection? Kids of color, foreign backgrounds, religious opposition…how do you see yourself bridging it?
Dr Krinberg – Thanks for all your terrific questions! I would recommend taking the approach of relating to them on their level – trying to find what is common between you and others, or the students, in this case. Try not to focus on what’s so different, but what’s similar, and then bring out this awareness, which builds rapport and trust. Empower by focusing on what choices the student has, and what the related possible outcome/consequences are to these choices. Lead by example and inspire by providing insight. This approach has been effective for me in my current/past roles and even in developing friends/business relationships. When appropriate, and within reason by not overstepping boundaries or breaking confidentiality, I will share some personal and professional experiences of lessons or mistakes and/or successes with the person. Focus on making the interaction real and allow yourself to connect with the person or student. Finally, be honest and straightforward in your interactions, and never make promises you can’t keep – all of this as well as what I previously mentioned together will lead to developing strong relationships built on trust, respect and rapport.