Sunday, March 30, 2014

ERIC - The Cult of Success, American Educator, 2012

ERIC - The Cult of Success, American Educator, 2012

ERIC - "BE"ing a Certain Way: Seeking "Body Image" in Canadian Health and Physical Education Curriculum Policies, Canadian Journal of Education, 2012

ERIC - "BE"ing a Certain Way: Seeking "Body Image" in Canadian Health and Physical Education Curriculum Policies, Canadian Journal of Education, 2012

ERIC - The Impact of Appearance Management Training, Work Status, and Plans after High School on Opinions Regarding Appearance at Work and School, Journal of Career and Technical Education, 2010

ERIC - The Impact of Appearance Management Training, Work Status, and Plans after High School on Opinions Regarding Appearance at Work and School, Journal of Career and Technical Education, 2010

ERIC - What Educators Should Know about Teaching Digital Storytelling, Digital Education Review, 2012-Dec

ERIC - What Educators Should Know about Teaching Digital Storytelling, Digital Education Review, 2012-Dec

Trying to Close a Knowledge Gap, Word by Word - NYTimes.com

Trying to Close a Knowledge Gap, Word by Word - NYTimes.com

A few words about wordless picture books | Reading Rockets

A few words about wordless picture books | Reading Rockets

Reading is Not Formulaic: Why Equations Can't Be Sole Determinants of Student Texts

Reading is Not Formulaic: Why Equations Can't Be Sole Determinants of Student Texts

Starved For Words? Program Uses Talking To Nourish Kids' Brains

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Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Friday, March 14, 2014

Advaana Events

Exciting news! This Sunday, March 16th we are having another workshop!

These workshops are for youth ages 8-17 to enjoy dramatised storytelling and to develop their emotional intelligence and leadership skills!

Where: Brentwood Library

When: March 16th

Time: 2pm - 3pm  Dramatised Storytelling
         3pm-4pm     Emotional Intelligence and Leadership

Register today at:

advaana@gmail.com or 647.692.4666

Spots are limited so REGISTER NOW!!

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Advaana Events


Exciting news! This Sunday, March 9th we are having our very first workshops!

These workshops are for youth ages 8-17 to enjoy dramatised storytelling and to develop their emotional intelligence and leadership skills!

Where: Brentwood Library

When: March 9th

Time: 2pm - 3pm  Dramatised Storytelling
         3pm-4pm     Emotional Intelligence and Leadership

Register today at:

advaana@gmail.com or 647.692.4666

Spots are limited so REGISTER NOW!!

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Programs for Seniors

Building leadership through mentoring
Seniors in Toronto fight isolation through mentoring youth and children in Toronto. Seniors run online mentoring and coaching sessions aimed at transferring emotional intelligence and life skills. Seniors will share stories from their professional and life experiences e.g. financial management and entrepreneurial skills. The seniors motivate children and youth to achieve their highest potential in school and life.

Basic computer skills for seniors
In this program seniors learn basic computer operations, as well as navigating internet and various social media platforms such as Facebook, Skype, Twitter, etc. Seniors are empowered to confidently shop online and have their purchases delivered to their doorstep. This program also covers the fundamentals of MS Office applications, basic computer operations and troubleshooting minor technical issues.

Music therapy for seniors
Seniors engage in a music therapy program that allows them to relax their mind and body by listening to soothing music. They are encouraged to dance or move their bodies along with the music, which will also help them to get some physical exercise.

Food choices and nutrition
Workshop participants will understand the benefits of healthy food choices and eating nutritious food. They will also learn to read and understand the nutritional labelling on food packages as well as the benefits of consuming alkaline versus acidic foods and beverages.

Meditation workshop for seniors
Seniors will learn and practice mindful meditation to relieve stress and anxiety. Seniors are encouraged to understand the benefits of practising mindfulness meditation to improve their overall wellbeing.

Women’s Programs

DYBB – Dress your best on a budget
Clothing impacts behaviour and self-image. DYBB is presented by leading fashion consultants who teach women how to make the right choice on clothes. The fashion consultants share with women a well-developed strategy on ‘how’ and ‘where’ to shop within their budget. The consultants also share the importance and benefits of fashion, and how one can dress appropriately for all occasions. Participants will be able to identify dress codes for different occasions such as formal, business casual, dressy casual, after-five clothing, cocktail attire, festive attire, etc. They will also be able to convey their individuality and self-expression with a choice of colors and designs.

Programs for Youth

Emotional intelligence [EQ] and leadership 
This program nurtures and develops emotional intelligence and life skills for teenagers. This program is designed to complement the regular school academic curriculum. It is positioned to support the youth develop their emotional intelligence skills which will prepare them for a successful and rewarding future. Through highly interactive workshop sessions, teenagers are equipped with the skills, knowledge and tools to develop their short-term, mid-term and long-term life goals. Teenagers are matched with leadership mentors to stay on course and accomplish their goals. Some of the weekly workshops that are offered include:


  • Personal SWOT Analysis
  • Treasure Mapping: Plan and Live the life you want – in 3 easy steps
  • Personal Goal Setting & Staying on Course
  • Motivating Yourself
  • Public Speaking
  • Time Management and Prioritization
  • Building Self-Confidence
  • Positive Thinking to Beat Stress
  • Assertiveness & Assertive Communication Techniques
  • Problem Solving Skills and Techniques

Programs For Children

ADVAANA runs four flagship programs for children

Dramatised cross-cultural story-telling
This program enables children to take their power of imagination and creativity to greater heights. Children are the master weaver of cross-cultrural stories and primary entertainers. We encourage children to get involved in group activities to foster team spirit and bonding. Instead of a person narrating a story to the children, children become actors, narrators and active participants.

Emotional intelligence [EQ] and leadership
This program supports children to discover, nurture and develop emotional intelligence and life skills. It is geared to children eight years or older. In highly interactive workshop sessions, children develop life skills and are able to map out their specific purpose at each stage of life. Children develop their own goals and acquire the skills, knowledge and tools to accomplish their dreams.

Cross-cultural music and movement
In this program, children experience cross-cultural music from the diverse spectrum of cultures in Toronto! In a safe and non-judgemental space, children become the primary entertainers. Their parents and caregivers are encouraged to get involved in the group activities. This program fosters bonding and community.

Cross-cultural art and craft program
Children are the primary artists during this program. Children get to explore their artistic creativity in a cross-cultural environment. Excitement, creativity, and imagination are all experienced during the cross-cultural art and craft sessions.

Mission

ADVAANA’s mission is to nurture each individual especially children, youth, women and seniors to live to their fullest potential and participate actively in the development of safe and harmonious communities thereby making Canada the best place to live, work and raise a family.

Vision

ADVAANA envisions active and thriving children, youth, women and seniors who live to their fullest potential and make positive contributions to their communities

What We Do

ADVAANA offers a wide range of programs including dramatised cross-cultural storytelling, art, music and movement for children; dress your best on a budget workshop for women; emotional intelligence and leadership skills for youth as well as well-being programs to fight isolation for seniors.

We strive to build community and promote better health and mental well-being for all. We encourage program participants to become involved in physical activities and the pursuit of sustained, healthier lifestyle choices.

What Advaana Stands For

Advaana is more than a charity organization that looks to enrich the lives of children, youth, women, and the elderly.

Advaana's core values are also represented in our name.

Advancement: We motivate you to discover your true potential
Diversity: We leverage diversity to learn, empower and enrich our community
Validate: We respect the human rights of each individual
Access: We ensure fair and equitable provision of services
Accomplishment: We work together to achieve our goals
Nurture: We foster a healthy, safe and secure environment for all
Affirmation: We instill in you self-confidence and a positive outlook towards life

About Advaana

ADVAANA exists to nurture children, youth, women and seniors to live to their fullest potential and participate actively in the development of safe and harmonious communities thereby making Canada the best place to live, work and raise a family.