Parrot on your Shoulder

Published by the International HIV/AIDS Alliance, "A Parrot on your Shoulder" is one of a series of resources that the Alliance is developing to encourage participation in practice. It seeks to support individuals and organisations working with orphans and other vulnerable children living in a world with HIV/AIDS.

This illustrated activity guide aims to meet the needs of people who want more meaningful engagement with children by providing activities that will help them get started.

It provides advice on children’s participation, as well 30 detailed examples for activities aimed at engaging children actively in discussions. The guide includes activities for:

• Ice breakers and energisers
• Group work and co-operation
• Observation, active listening and analytical skills
• Drama, mime and role play
• Painting and drawing

This guide is designed for facilitators, trainers, NGOs (non-government organisations) and CBOs (community-based organisations) who are starting to work with children.

Click here to access this document in Tamil online.