R.E.A.D.Y.

About the Program

The R.E.A.D.Y. program is an evidence-informed program that is based on the Social Emotional Learning framework.

Objectives

  • To build a Resilient, Empathic, Aware, and Dynamic Young (R.E.A.D.Y.) generation
  • To empower children to make sound and healthy decisions
  • To prevent children from engaging in risky behaviors as they get through childhood and into adolescence

SDGs

Themes

Children

  1. Self-esteem
  2. Emotional awareness
  3. Coping skills
  4. Verbal & Non-verbal communication
  5. Assertiveness
  6. Problem-solving
  7. Creative thinking
  8. Critical thinking
  9. Analytical thinking
  10. Empathy
  11. Decision-making
  12. Online Safety

Process

  1. Partner with governmental entities and local actors
  2. Build the capabilities of program coordinators from leading partners
  3. Identify and contact schools or CBOs
  4. Recruit and train a group of trainers
  5. Recruit and train a group of facilitators
  6. Implement sessions with children
  7. Coach the facilitators throughout the implementation
  8. Monitor and Evaluate the program
  9. Document lessons learned and disseminate knowledge
  • Children aged 7-11 years
  • In and out of school setting
  • On ground
  • Online
  • 12 weeks on-ground
  • 6 weeks online
  • 12 sessions
  • 50 minutes per session
  • 15 to 20 participants per session