Our children are our most valuable asset, therefore, WODA, Inc. is excited to incorporate the "I Pledge 2 Listen" concept to our curriculum. We hope to gather universal support in this effort.
Our children are our most valuable asset, therefore, WODA, Inc. is excited to incorporate the "I Pledge 2 Listen" concept to our curriculum. We hope to gather universal support in this effort.
In order to find a solution to the problems our youth face today, We must understand what the problem is. The best way to do that is:
In order to find a solution to the problems our youth face today, We must understand what the problem is. The best way to do that is:
1.) Listen, and then give careful thought and
consideration before answering or responding.
1.) Listen, and then give careful thought and
consideration before answering or responding.
2.) Work with the youth towards a solution. The key words are: "work with," and "work towards".
2.) Work with the youth towards a solution. The key words are: "work with," and "work towards".
3. Never deal with a child and the bully at the same
time.
3. Never deal with a child and the bully at the same
time.
Confrontation with a bully is a child's worst nightmare, because they are immediately labelled as a snitch by the entire school.
Confrontation with a bully is a child's worst nightmare, because they are immediately labelled as a snitch by the entire school.
When you
begin to
understand
what's at
stake,
the answer
becomes much
clearer...
When you
begin to
understand
what's at
stake,
the answer
becomes much
clearer...
Take The
PLEDGE
Take The
PLEDGE
"FACTOID"
"FACTOID"
The effects of cyberbullying are just as serious as that of bullying done in person. Often a victim of cyberbullying may not present the symptoms as those experienced in general bullying. this makes it difficult for a parent/guardian or caregiver to understand if the child, teen, or young adult is really a victim... LEARN TO LISTEN WITH ALL YOUR SENSES.
The effects of cyberbullying are just as serious as that of bullying done in person. Often a victim of cyberbullying may not present the symptoms as those experienced in general bullying. this makes it difficult for a parent/guardian or caregiver to understand if the child, teen, or young adult is really a victim... LEARN TO LISTEN WITH ALL YOUR SENSES.
TOO OFTEN, VICTIMS ARE MADE TO FEEL GUILTY.
TOO OFTEN, VICTIMS ARE MADE TO FEEL GUILTY.
A Prime example is that of Howard J. who wrote that his life changed when he read the story entitled, "Jack" - from the book entitled, "Sentimental Journey's, Reminiscences of a Street Kid" was amazingly similar to what he endured as a young boy!
A Prime example is that of Howard J. who wrote that his life changed when he read the story entitled, "Jack" - from the book entitled, "Sentimental Journey's, Reminiscences of a Street Kid" was amazingly similar to what he endured as a young boy!
Jack was sexually abused repeatedly by a trusted relative and was barely able to live through the pain and embarrassment.
Jack was sexually abused repeatedly by a trusted relative and was barely able to live through the pain and embarrassment.
However, 15 years later, Jack is a loving husband and father of 2. As a counselor, he is devoted to helping others (young and old) to understand the difference between being a perpetrator and a victim.
However, 15 years later, Jack is a loving husband and father of 2. As a counselor, he is devoted to helping others (young and old) to understand the difference between being a perpetrator and a victim.
This story helped Howard J. to pray, meditate, forgive and have peace. He has not only learned that he was a victim, he realized just who it was that needed to pray for forgiveness – and that he was not the one!
This story helped Howard J. to pray, meditate, forgive and have peace. He has not only learned that he was a victim, he realized just who it was that needed to pray for forgiveness – and that he was not the one!
Little Child Blue
Little Child Blue
* (follows the short story of ‘Jack” in
Sentimental Journeys...)
* (follows the short story of ‘Jack” in
Sentimental Journeys...)
You lay awake, afraid to sleep
fighting fears and shedding tears
all because you’re so ashamed
of playing grown up mating games
You lay awake, afraid to sleep
fighting fears and shedding tears
all because you’re so ashamed
of playing grown up mating games
To scared to tell, you hide it well
the ache within your soul to scream
You go along, without protest
a pawn played in his evil scheme
To scared to tell, you hide it well
the ache within your soul to scream
You go along, without protest
a pawn played in his evil scheme
Loss of pride is what you suffer
self-respect is smothered over
repentance you no longer seek
for sins of which you cannot speak
Loss of pride is what you suffer
self-respect is smothered over
repentance you no longer seek
for sins of which you cannot speak
This battle you can’t fight alone
for many thousands have been shown
there’s understanding of your plight
and those who’ll help to make it right
This battle you can’t fight alone
for many thousands have been shown
there’s understanding of your plight
and those who’ll help to make it right
Oh little child blue, come blow your horn
and shout for help to set you free
For sleepless nights and fears and pains
awaits for those who don’t complain
Oh little child blue, come blow your horn
and shout for help to set you free
For sleepless nights and fears and pains
awaits for those who don’t complain
No longer do you have to hide
you must reveal his evil side
It’s not your fault, you’re not to blame
no need to feel such endless shame
No longer do you have to hide
you must reveal his evil side
It’s not your fault, you’re not to blame
no need to feel such endless shame
You’re but a victim of his crime
he stole your youth before your time
He killed and murdered innocence
so it’s his shame, LET HIM REPENT!
You’re but a victim of his crime
he stole your youth before your time
He killed and murdered innocence
so it’s his shame, LET HIM REPENT!
To donate free copies of "Sentimental Journeys" to schools and youth programs, please call or email us at: ipledge2listen@mail.com.
To donate free copies of "Sentimental Journeys" to schools and youth programs, please call or email us at: ipledge2listen@mail.com.
The valuable information between these pages should be shared, taught and discussed within families and youth groups. A free Core Curriculum is included upon request.
The valuable information between these pages should be shared, taught and discussed within families and youth groups. A free Core Curriculum is included upon request.
BE that
One in a Million Pledge?
BE that
One in a Million Pledge?