De La Salle University For The Kids 2016
“For the Kids” (FTK) is an annual mini-Olympics for children with special needs. This event is organized by the Volunteer Formation Program of the Center for Social Concern and Action (COSCA) of De La Salle University through its Lasallian Outreach and Volunteer Effort (LOVE).
Me and my friend, Jannica, joined the Ate/Kuya Volunteer for this years' FTK. It gave us the chance to meet Clifford, a 10 year old boy with Autism Specturm Disorder. At first, I thought it would be easy because I had some experiences with special children before. But this time, it was different. I wouldn't say it was hard because it really wasn't and I had fun bonding, talking, and playing "Temple Run" with him in real life (yes, it was like really playing it because he runs super fast and we had to catch him.) It may be tiring but that was nothing compared to the joy that I saw on Ford's face. I also got to meet the other kids and make some new friends, too!
Volunteering in this kind of activity made me realize that these special kids are also children of God, just like any of us and they deserve to be happy, loved, understood, and accepted in the society without judgment and discrimination. Shout out to my best friend, Jannica for inviting me to be a part of this program. I am glad to try and experience new things with you (and I'm very much looking forward to more) Also, thank you De La Salle University for this opportunity and for making this happen 💚 AN1MO!
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