Impact on Students

• Develops empathy and understanding: By interacting with children with Down syndrome and cerebral palsy, students gain firsthand experience about their unique needs and challenges. This fosters empathy, understanding, and challenges pre-existing biases, promoting a more inclusive mindset.

• Promotes social responsibility: Through activities like organizing playdates, educational workshops, or simply spending quality time with the children, students actively contribute to their well-being and social inclusion. This cultivates a sense of social responsibility and motivates them to advocate for inclusivity and acceptance within the community.

• Enhances communication and collaboration skills: Working together to organize activities and ensure a positive experience for the children requires effective communication and collaboration among students. This develops valuable skills that are crucial for future success in both personal and professional spheres.

Social Consequences in Nicaragua

• Combats stigma and discrimination: By actively engaging with children with Down syndrome and cerebral palsy, students help challenge negative societal perceptions and contribute to a more inclusive and accepting environment. This can lead to a decrease in stigma and discrimination faced by these individuals.

• Raises awareness about special needs: The club's activities can raise awareness about the needs and challenges faced by children with Down syndrome and cerebral palsy. This can lead to increased support and resources being allocated to these communities.

• Strengthens partnerships with child care institutions: CLUB LIA PAJARITO AZUL can strengthen the relationship between students and local child care institutions, fostering collaboration and ensuring the well-being of the children they serve.

Understanding Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement

• Recognize their role in promoting inclusion: They discover that their actions can create a more inclusive and accepting environment for individuals with disabilities, empowering them to become agents of positive change.

• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills: Students may engage in discussions about overcoming societal biases, creating inclusive activities, and advocating for the rights of children with special needs, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Practice active citizenship: By taking initiative and contributing their time and effort to support a marginalized group, students gain practical experience in active citizenship and the importance of advocating for social justice.