University of Phoenix
BSHS 311
Professor Sheri Meyers
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Provide Purpose of this Presentation In this article it will discuss in detail an intervention program for at risk children or children in the need of additional structure within the city of Nashville. With the use of cognitive processes to gain knowledge of self using reasoning, intuition or perception these children receive guidance and encouragement to participate in enhancing their lives. These tools are mandatory first to become aware of their worth, building healthy relationships, teaching appropriate communication skills, and motivating the child to pursue their dreams in life regardless of the obstacle.
Opening Description of Girls on the Run On July 12, 2012 an interview was conducted to discuss one of the programs offered by the Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA). Prior to the start of the interview, Rebecca Nichols provided a brief background with her involvement of this extraordinary program. Rebecca started with the YWCA over ten years ago based on the parental guidance she received as a child. Her focus was to become an inspiration to all young women and make a significant change in the community. The program discussed during the interview was Girls on the Run. This fundamental necessity was established in 1993 as an inspiration to help girls recognize their potential and to learn how to thrive in a world with an immense amount of confusion. The inhabitants that participate within, Girls on the Run program range from the third to eighth grade. These services provided cater to all girls within those grade levels, they do not base religion, ethnic background or financial status are a means to enter Girls on the Run. This program is considered as a first comer first serve program, there are no restrictions regarding income. Basically Girls on the Run will work with children living in poverty or extremely wealthy families.