Welcome to the Shine Tribe! An exciting online youth club designed specifically for young people aged 9-15 years old with a vision impairment.   Meet Vika! Vika is our vibrant and energetic Youth Engagement Officer. Passionate about working with young people, Vika brings loads of fun, creativity, and positivity to everything she does. Originally from Ukraine, Vika moved to the UK a few years ago and has quickly become a beloved member of our team. She’s a self-proclaimed pasta monster, loves Ukrainian borsch (beetroot soup), coffee, and dumplings (pelmeni)—but isn’t a fan of sweets!   What is Vika’s Shine Tribe? This fun, friendly, and interactive online group gives young people with vision impairments the chance to: Make new friends Share experiences Express creativity through arts and crafts Relax and enjoy a safe, inclusive environment Each session is packed with engaging activities, and every week brings a new and exciting theme!   Upcoming Themes   Here’s what’s in store for the coming weeks: 6 November- Remembrance Day & Poppy Crafts - Learn about Remembrance and create a poppy or remembrance card.   13 November - Friendship Bracelets & Kindness Cards - Make bracelets or cards for a friend or family member, ahead of the Christmas season.  20 November - Goodbye Autum - Cinnamon Bun Making - Shape, fill and bake cinnamon buns together (dough prepared beforehand). 27 November - Christmas Nutella Activity & Party - Discover the story of Nutella, enjoy a Nutella-themed activity, festive games and a Christmas celebration. 4 December - Christmas Movie Night: Home Alone - Kick off the Christmas season with a festive movie night and snacks. 11 December - Christmas Decorations & Crafts - Make paper angels, Christmas trees and festive decorations, including multiband decorations.18 December - Christmas Baking - Make mince pies, gingerbread or Christmas chocolate brownies. Spaces are limited, so book now to avoid missing out! We can’t wait to welcome your young person to the group.

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