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Participants say toy‑making program at state hospital and TJJD teaches skills while helping others
Summary
Speakers described a toy‑making program that engages youths at a state hospital and the Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) in hands‑on work that builds skills, promotes servant leadership and gives participants the chance to 'give back' by making gifts for children.
Participants in a program for youths described making toys for children, learning hands‑on skills and finding emotional benefit in giving back to the community.
Speaker 2, an unidentified speaker, said youths who have experienced trauma were "extremely excited" when told they would be making toys for children and that projects like this help them "know . . . I have the ability with my hands to do something to bring joy to others." The speaker said the work lets participants…
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