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Testimonials-
Rites of Passage Graduates
“In my journey through the Rites of passage program, I learned the
therapeutic value of self-discipline, as reflected in my ability to
respect myself and others; my capacity to strive for excellence, not
excuses; and my ability to respond, not react.”
--Marlon
During a graduation ceremony five randomly selected inductees shared
their experiences of IROP in a spontaneous discussion with guest
interviewer, Mr. Benedict Brizan:
When 10 year old father-absent Marlon came to our program, he was
described by referring sources (school and single mother) as being
undisciplined, unruly, impulsive and generally unaccustomed to
following rules.
We were also told that he couldn’t
sit still, and was rebellious and defiant. Additionally, his grades
plummeted and his stressed-out mother was at her wits end after
having visited her son’s school 25 times at the beginning of the
semester due to what was described as Marlon’s disruptive behavior.
Amair:
“In IROP I was able to express myself freely
without being
judged”
Kwane:
“During the program, I learnt how to respond,
not react”
Jamal:
“In IROP, learned the merits of first respecting
myself before I am able to truly have respect
for people, places and things”
Shakeem:
“In my journey through IROP I learned that
‘quality of life is not an accident. It is
always the result of high intentions and
intelligent decisions.”
Robert:
“The greatest benefit I derived from attending
IROP is the value of respecting myself first,
and how to take responsibility for my actions.”
Testimonials- (Parents of Imani Rites of Passage
Initiates)
Positive feedback during a focus group revealed the extent to which
parents believed their children benefited from their involvement
Imani Rites of passage program:
“My son model and constantly reminds me of my need to “listen” –
“how to respond, not react.” I now use the written contract as a
basis for establishing structure in the family.”
--Gillian
“My son now communicates more effectively. He reminds me to be
ever present when he speaks.”
--Hethlyn
“My son has become much more assertive, more so with me, than
with his peers. I wish he will be as forceful with his friends.”
--Marilyn
“My son is highly motivated to come to this program, as opposed
to going to school and his regular after-school program.”
--Hall
My sons have become so self-assured, that they now tend to ask me
what seems like ‘inappropriate’ questions.”
--Blair
