One of
the newest projects in St. Elisabeth Convent is a unique workshop called
“Dobrodel” (one that does good deeds) especially designed for people with
disabilities. The workshop gives a chance to people with special needs to
overcome social isolation and find themselves in society through work.
Why is it so important?
A person
with mental illness is often excluded from the labor market because of limited
skills and opportunities, but, as a rule, many still want to work and be
productive members in society. Organizing work for this category of people
requires an individual approach and a special schedule.
What does the workshop make?
The
workshop "Dobrodel" provides the necessary working conditions and
accommodates its workers accordingly . Today, there are 12 people with special
needs already learning to work at the workshop. This workshop is located on the
grounds where other convent workshops are based. Here, people have the
opportunity to paint ceramic art and create wooden crafts, create basic
woodworking projects, make art from paper and cardboard, and various decorative
materials and apply their creativity to the fullest extent. People with
disabilities currently working at the workshop have already made souvenirs,
wooden prayer beads, specially crafted bags, and cut out sewing products with
their own hands.
In the
future, after passing initial training people with disabilities will be able to
work both in the workshops of the monastery and in other organizations. This
will give them the opportunity to realize creative potential, be useful to
society, and also have a source of income.
What type of support does the project need?
In order
to help everyone involved in the project from the workshop to move forward,
your financial support is always welcome! With your help, equipment and
materials will be purchased for the Dobrodel workshop. Funds are needed to pay
for the work of trainers and organize social adaptation activities. You can
provide assistance through your donations or simply order from the Catalogue of
St.Elisabeth Convent.
July 1, 2018
St.
Elisabeth Convent
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