Orientation Course and Re-entry Weekend
For a MoM volunteer who has been agreed to a placement, the cost of the Orientation Course, including eight night's accomodation and food is covered through fundraising initiatives run by MoM, the volunteer and their community. Donations towards the cost of accomodation are gratefully accepted.
For a non-MoM attendee, the cost of the Orientation Course must be covered by the attendee or their sending organisation. For details of the course location, cost or booking procedure contact MoM.
Private Training
Proceeds are directed towards meeting the requests of communities to reduce poverty, by engaging qualified and experienced MoMs volunteers; volunteers who pass on their skills to locals, thus decreasing aid dependence. Such funds help communities to cover recruitment, preparation, fares, insurance, accomodation, meals and other expenses, without which they would not be able to host a volunteer.
•MoM asks for an initial donation of $100.
•One-to-One Sessions and Workshops, Simulations or Fields Trips, for groups no larger than 30, are charged at a rate of $90 per hour, as is time spent preparing input, arranging details and travelling.
•Direct travel costs will also be added.
•Where an activity is built on previous work, time spent preparing and arranging details will normally be kept within one hour.
•Groups larger than 30 are charged an extra $3.00 per hour per head.
•Some sessions for individual enrollment or made up of smaller groups may be organised and facilitated by MoM at our centre. Composite groups will be able to divide costs between them.
For more information on running an activity for your students or staff, contact contact MoM via email Maria Garcia or phone (416) 244.3699.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
MoM's Cross-cultural Mission Preparation
MoM's recognises the value of proper preparation for missions, Immersion or Exposure program participants. Partner communities, participants and experienced sending agencies recognise that these experiences can vary widely. Ministry of Mission has developed a course to best prepare short-term cross-cultural travellers to best understand their journey and engage fully during their short-time.
Including many of the best sessions from our longer Orientation Course, MoM' Mission Course serves to prepare participants or leaders travelling across cultures for a short time (up to three months). Dealing with topics such as culture shock, understanding different perspectives and de-briefing techniques, as well as an introduction to the developmental context in which many programs occur, this course is recommended for schools, congregations, businesses, clubs or other community groups which are considering sending people to experience life in another culture.
Mission preparation participants will get to learn along-side volunteers going for longer periods and gain perspective of the international partnership for development which MoM and other agencies are part of.
This course is not to be missed.
For information on future courses or to organise a private workshop contact MoM via email Maria Garcia or phone (416) 244.3699.
Including many of the best sessions from our longer Orientation Course, MoM' Mission Course serves to prepare participants or leaders travelling across cultures for a short time (up to three months). Dealing with topics such as culture shock, understanding different perspectives and de-briefing techniques, as well as an introduction to the developmental context in which many programs occur, this course is recommended for schools, congregations, businesses, clubs or other community groups which are considering sending people to experience life in another culture.
Mission preparation participants will get to learn along-side volunteers going for longer periods and gain perspective of the international partnership for development which MoM and other agencies are part of.
This course is not to be missed.
For information on future courses or to organise a private workshop contact MoM via email Maria Garcia or phone (416) 244.3699.
Cross-cultural Orientation Course
Ministry of Mission's is a experienced agency that prepares and sends volunteers overseas. The nine-day, live-in MoM Orientation Course is an integral part of this preparation, providing a variety of skills, knowledge and strategies which participants have found invaluable in their work overseas.
The importance of cross-cultural preparation cannot be overstated. International volunteers and workers experience more success when they have a better understanding of the new culture in which they must live and work. Closer relationships are formed and trust is developed as a result of such an understanding.
Recently attendance of the MoM's Orientation Course has been opened to volunteers, missionaries and employees of other organisations with great success. Participants have found MoM' preparation has eased their transition into the new country and culture, resulting in a more effective, enjoyable and enriching experience overseas.
Our facilitators include enormously experienced and widely respected doctors, counsellors, lecturers, linguists, missionaries, academics and development workers. They use a variety of strategies and activities in communicating their expertise, including:
•Journalling
•Field Studies
•Lecturing
•Simulations
•Scenarios
•Discussion
•Reflection
•Interviews
The emphases on health, culture, development and field experience ensure that participants develop skills and strategies they will actually use in the field, not just a to-do list. For a detailed list of the sessions and their outcomes contact MoM.
By extending our Orientation Course to other organisations, MoM is able to offer a discounted rate for participants in the course. The next MoM Orientation Course, our 3st, is due to be held from July 2nd - 10th 2010. For information on the price of the course and the peaceful setting read more here*.
For information on future courses or to organise a private workshop contact MoM via email Maria Garcia or phone (416) 244.3699.
The importance of cross-cultural preparation cannot be overstated. International volunteers and workers experience more success when they have a better understanding of the new culture in which they must live and work. Closer relationships are formed and trust is developed as a result of such an understanding.
Recently attendance of the MoM's Orientation Course has been opened to volunteers, missionaries and employees of other organisations with great success. Participants have found MoM' preparation has eased their transition into the new country and culture, resulting in a more effective, enjoyable and enriching experience overseas.
Our facilitators include enormously experienced and widely respected doctors, counsellors, lecturers, linguists, missionaries, academics and development workers. They use a variety of strategies and activities in communicating their expertise, including:
•Journalling
•Field Studies
•Lecturing
•Simulations
•Scenarios
•Discussion
•Reflection
•Interviews
The emphases on health, culture, development and field experience ensure that participants develop skills and strategies they will actually use in the field, not just a to-do list. For a detailed list of the sessions and their outcomes contact MoM.
By extending our Orientation Course to other organisations, MoM is able to offer a discounted rate for participants in the course. The next MoM Orientation Course, our 3st, is due to be held from July 2nd - 10th 2010. For information on the price of the course and the peaceful setting read more here*.
For information on future courses or to organise a private workshop contact MoM via email Maria Garcia or phone (416) 244.3699.
MoM's Cross Cultural Mission: 2010 Program
MoM’ Mission includes 10 days in the Dominican Republic or Central America as well as two days of preparation and a post-mission follow up. You will share the encounter with a group of 5 - 10 others.
Part 1/3: MoM's Mission Preparation
In order to get the most out of your cross cultural visit, MoM provides two days of preparation and reflection. Our expert preparation utilises a variety of activities to give you the framework to engage cross-culturally in a respectful and appropriate way from day one.
Part 2/3: MoM's Mission Visit (10 Days)
Departing Toronto on specific given days, the visit will include 5 days on the tropical island and 5 days visiting a development volunteer in the field.*
The people of DR or location in Central America will provide an introduction to eco-tourism, permaculture and latino culture, history, art and food.
Following this introduction to latino life, you will visit a MoM Global Volunteer to see the role Canadians can play in reducing global poverty.
At the end of each day, guided activities will assist you to gain a deeper understanding of the new sights, smells, sounds, tastes, textures and experiences; and perhaps challenge some of your own cultural ideas.
Part 3/3: Post-Mission Program
Upon return to Canada you will receive further reflection activities and opportunities for action based upon your experience and new understanding of another place.
* The exact number of days spent in each place may vary depending on transport, weather or other considerations.
Please complete and return this registration form* before 31st May 2010 to reserve your place.
Part 1/3: MoM's Mission Preparation
In order to get the most out of your cross cultural visit, MoM provides two days of preparation and reflection. Our expert preparation utilises a variety of activities to give you the framework to engage cross-culturally in a respectful and appropriate way from day one.
Part 2/3: MoM's Mission Visit (10 Days)
Departing Toronto on specific given days, the visit will include 5 days on the tropical island and 5 days visiting a development volunteer in the field.*
The people of DR or location in Central America will provide an introduction to eco-tourism, permaculture and latino culture, history, art and food.
Following this introduction to latino life, you will visit a MoM Global Volunteer to see the role Canadians can play in reducing global poverty.
At the end of each day, guided activities will assist you to gain a deeper understanding of the new sights, smells, sounds, tastes, textures and experiences; and perhaps challenge some of your own cultural ideas.
Part 3/3: Post-Mission Program
Upon return to Canada you will receive further reflection activities and opportunities for action based upon your experience and new understanding of another place.
* The exact number of days spent in each place may vary depending on transport, weather or other considerations.
Please complete and return this registration form* before 31st May 2010 to reserve your place.
MoM Short Term Cross cultural's Benefits
•You will witness empowering "grassroots" development work, driven by the host community.
•You will learn about permaculture and other sustainable methods of production, which enable farmers to protect their natural resources.
•You will support local eco-tourism initiatives.
•You will receive expert cross-cultural preparation enabling deeper and more meaningful engagement with your host community.
•You will learn about how global trade affects primary producers, and will learn about how Fair Trade can reduce poverty.
•You will engage in another culture and learn what others consider important in "their" world.
•You will experience simplicity and discover those things which unite all humankind.
•Your visit has been planned by experienced development practitioners and local partners to ensure you have no unexpected adverse effects on the host community.
•MoM's in-country coordinator will introduce you to his community and provide cultural advice and translation as necessary.
•You will receive re-entry assistance which will allow you to share your stories widely and continue the relationships developed during your Mission.
•You will learn about permaculture and other sustainable methods of production, which enable farmers to protect their natural resources.
•You will support local eco-tourism initiatives.
•You will receive expert cross-cultural preparation enabling deeper and more meaningful engagement with your host community.
•You will learn about how global trade affects primary producers, and will learn about how Fair Trade can reduce poverty.
•You will engage in another culture and learn what others consider important in "their" world.
•You will experience simplicity and discover those things which unite all humankind.
•Your visit has been planned by experienced development practitioners and local partners to ensure you have no unexpected adverse effects on the host community.
•MoM's in-country coordinator will introduce you to his community and provide cultural advice and translation as necessary.
•You will receive re-entry assistance which will allow you to share your stories widely and continue the relationships developed during your Mission.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Ministry Offers Single Mothers Skills Training
Ministry Offers Single Mothers Skills Training
Ministry of Mission is offering single mothers to learn skills to become economically independent by taking up short-term courses in their centre, or at designated Training locations(Institutes-ITIs)in Ontario.
Its director Maria Garcia said the ITIs offered various courses for single mothers to go into business.
"We (the ministry) will try to help them obtain capital and advisory service to become successful entrepreneurs," she told reporters after opening a motivational and awareness seminar for women, especially single mothers, here, today.
"The ITIs are adequately equipped, including teaching staff, to conduct the courses so that the single mothers can become self-reliant and have a better future."
He said the single mothers could also suggest the courses they required and the mission would try to help.
Single mothers interested to attend the course can register with MoM or the nearest ITI.
Maria Garcia said before this, the mission agency had focused on training for Missional workers overseas and the small food pantry a bit and it had been fruitful.
Ministry of Mission is offering single mothers to learn skills to become economically independent by taking up short-term courses in their centre, or at designated Training locations(Institutes-ITIs)in Ontario.
Its director Maria Garcia said the ITIs offered various courses for single mothers to go into business.
"We (the ministry) will try to help them obtain capital and advisory service to become successful entrepreneurs," she told reporters after opening a motivational and awareness seminar for women, especially single mothers, here, today.
"The ITIs are adequately equipped, including teaching staff, to conduct the courses so that the single mothers can become self-reliant and have a better future."
He said the single mothers could also suggest the courses they required and the mission would try to help.
Single mothers interested to attend the course can register with MoM or the nearest ITI.
Maria Garcia said before this, the mission agency had focused on training for Missional workers overseas and the small food pantry a bit and it had been fruitful.
Single mother has a wide definition: Ministry of Mission.
The definition of single mothers is not limited to a married woman with a departed or separated spouse.
There are other circumstances under which a single mother could also be eligible for assistance from the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development.
Director of the program here, Maria Garcia, said this during the closing speech of the most recent Single Mothers meeting.
She said that the strategy of the mission was to provide more information to single mothers so that they could be aware of what help were available to them.
She added that it was very challenging for a single mother to be head of family. The director wanted to help such mothers so as to improve their living standard.
Some 50 single mothers from various neigborhoods gathered here for the meeting. The two day event also included speaker showing a cake-making demostration.
Such meetings are held several times a year on rotation basis.
The next meeting would be in High Park or Riverdale Park, Toronto.
There are other circumstances under which a single mother could also be eligible for assistance from the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development.
Director of the program here, Maria Garcia, said this during the closing speech of the most recent Single Mothers meeting.
She said that the strategy of the mission was to provide more information to single mothers so that they could be aware of what help were available to them.
She added that it was very challenging for a single mother to be head of family. The director wanted to help such mothers so as to improve their living standard.
Some 50 single mothers from various neigborhoods gathered here for the meeting. The two day event also included speaker showing a cake-making demostration.
Such meetings are held several times a year on rotation basis.
The next meeting would be in High Park or Riverdale Park, Toronto.
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