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Goal: Learn about disabilities so you can shepherd this ministry

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Action Steps: How to Graduate Stage 1

E.g. Student volunteers/staff may not utilize the Buddy Training themselves, but cross-team awareness is important.

Training Name Purpose Time Mandatory Ideal
Disability Awareness Foundational education + tips 13m Every staff member and volunteer Every staff member and volunteer
Buddy Volunteer In depth specialty training for 1-on-1 volunteers 10m Buddy volunteers Buddy volunteers, student volunteers/staff, disability ministry
Buddy System How to set up a successful Buddy ministry 8m Disability ministry Volunteer leader, student volunteers/staff, disability ministry
Sensory Adaptations Building wide adaptations + build a sensory room 7m Disability ministry Facilities leader, senior leadership, disability ministry
Security Volunteer Addressing behavioral + medical complications 7m Security team Security team, disability ministry

  1. Learn about disabilities and how to interact respectfully

    Disability Awareness Training

  2. Learn what your Buddy Volunteers are expecting

    Buddy Volunteer Training

  3. Learn how to set up a Buddy Volunteer program

    Buddy System Training

  4. Learn your Security Team procedures

    Security Team Training

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Key Practice Activity

  1. Don’t glance over this - it’s vitally important for all staff and volunteers.

    Inclusive Language Guide

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Core Milestone