Diversity,Equity,& Inclusion for Community Development

 As the Healthy Start program I am helping School, in maintaining an organized and supportive environment by managing the Lost & Found. By taking the lead in circulating information about misplaced items, I ensure that students and family can easily reclaim their belongings. I also involve parents in the process and have donated many bags of unclaimed items to local donation centers and thrift stores. This not only helps the community by providing usable items to those in need but also teaches the students about the importance of giving and sustainability. We should own even unwanted projects and turn it to a healthy practice for school and community (Dr.Fallah).  

  A strength of my specific booth/area was its comprehensive and well-rounded support for the community. Here are some specific points highlighting this strength: 1. Diverse Resources: I effectively provided a wide range of materials, including 65 flyers for Healthy Start (HS), 30 flyers for other community resources, various hygiene items, and school supplies. This variety ensured that I could meet different needs of the attendees. 2. High Engagement: The distribution of a significant number of flyers (95 in total) indicates that I successfully engaged a large number of visitors, reflecting effective outreach and the relevance of the information provided. 3. Practical Support: By offering hygiene items and school supplies, I addressed immediate, practical needs of the community, making my presence highly valuable and appreciated. 4. Effective Promotion: The assistance of our PSA counselor, Northia, helped in attracting people to my booth, showing that my promotional efforts were well-

 Addressing the Unaccompanied Minor Crisis: Insights from the 2nd Annual Unaccompanied Minors – Welcome Fair Dr. Soraya Fallah On May 25, 2023, I had the opportunity to join like-minded professionals at the 2nd Annual Unaccompanied Minors – Welcome Fair. This event, hosted by the Office of Immigrant Affairs and the Los Angeles County Office of Business Affairs, was held in Los Angeles. We participated on behalf of the Migrant/Refugee Education Program of LAUSD, a federally funded initiative designed to enrich and respond to the educational and health needs of migrant children. The event aimed to provide essential assistance with DPSS programs and enrollment to support unaccompanied minors. Many other organizations participated, including the Los Angeles County Office of First District, Immigrant Affairs, Office of Education / LACOE, Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project (co-host), USC, and more. Our collective efforts were dedicated to ensuring these vulnerable children have

I am sharing a few photos from a wonderful event we organized for Parent Volunteer Appreciation Day. All parents received a Healthy Start Swag bag containing hygiene items, a stress ball, pen, and bookmarks , about 135 items were distributed from my program in school. All parents received a link for the pictures and had a great lunch. We created a good space so they can bring their little one. They also received a message and a card of appreciation from me. The school administrators and parent center also contributed to showing appreciation for them which I wrote in English and Spanish. Here are the messages and some pictures. Thank you, Parent Volunteers! Your dedication brightens our school every day. Parent Volunteers Week: Celebrating the Heart of Our School Community. Parent Volunteers: Making a Difference, One Act of Kindness at a Time. Grateful for Our Parent Volunteers: You are the Stars of our School! Parent Volunteers: Building Stronger Communities, One Volunt

 Dr. Soraya Fallah message for Women History Month As we honor the remarkable contributions of women throughout history during Women's History Month, I would like to take a moment to celebrate the phenomenal women in education who shape our classrooms, work as administrators, advocate for parents and kids, and influence policies and communities every day. Our dedication, passion, and tireless efforts are truly commendable, and I am grateful for what we do. In addition to celebrating the achievements of women in education, I want to encourage each of you to prioritize self-care during Women's History Month and beyond. As educators and caregivers, we often devote ourselves wholeheartedly to the needs of others, sometimes neglecting our well-being in the process. Therefore, I challenge you to prioritize self-care this month by taking small steps to nurture your physical, mental, and emotional health. Whether practicing mindfulness, engaging in regular exercise, setting aside

 

  Wellness Activity: Affirmation Empowerment Circle Time needed: 5-10 minutes Created by: Dr. Soraya Fallah Objective: This activity aims to cultivate a positive and empowering team environment by allowing each member to share a self-affirmation and receive encouragement and support from their teammates. Instructions: Gather the Team: Bring all team members together in a comfortable and secure space. Request everyone close their eyes, take a few deep breaths to center themselves, and gently shake their bodies. Initiating the Affirmation Circle: Select a volunteer to commence the affirmation circle. This person will express a word or a brief phrase representing a positive quality or trait about themselves. They will also raise their hand as they say it. The word/phrase can be light-hearted, appropriate, or even an exaggerated term. Sharing Positive Affirmations: The chosen person begins by stating their affirmation. For example, they might say "Strength"