{"id":145813,"date":"2026-06-08T15:29:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:29:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/?page_id=145813"},"modified":"2026-06-08T15:29:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T13:29:27","slug":"working-with-specific-groups","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/working-with-specific-groups\/","title":{"rendered":"Working With Specific Groups"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/1&#8243;][uncode_block id=\u00bb143257&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=\u00bb1\/1&#8243;][vc_empty_space empty_h=\u00bb0&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=\u00bb0&#8243; override_padding=\u00bbyes\u00bb h_padding=\u00bb2&#8243; top_padding=\u00bb2&#8243; bottom_padding=\u00bb3&#8243; overlay_alpha=\u00bb50&#8243; gutter_size=\u00bb4&#8243; column_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; shift_y=\u00bb0&#8243; z_index=\u00bb0&#8243; content_parallax=\u00bb0&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb240887&#8243;][vc_column column_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; gutter_size=\u00bb2&#8243; override_padding=\u00bbyes\u00bb column_padding=\u00bb2&#8243; style=\u00bbdark\u00bb back_color=\u00bbcolor-564791&#8243; overlay_alpha=\u00bb50&#8243; shift_x=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y_down=\u00bb0&#8243; z_index=\u00bb0&#8243; medium_width=\u00bb0&#8243; mobile_width=\u00bb0&#8243; sticky=\u00bbyes\u00bb width=\u00bb1\/4&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb876337&#8243; back_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb640922&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bb\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb279653&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb289884&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/what-does-inclusion-mean-and-who-is-our-target-group\/\"><strong>What does inclusion mean and who is our target group?<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bb\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb279653&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb143830&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/how-to-use-the-inclusionary-toolbox\/\"><strong>How to use the Toolbox<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bb\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb279653&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb206411&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/guidelines-for-facilitators\/\"><strong>Guidelines for facilitators<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bb\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb279653&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb510041&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/working-with-specific-groups\/\"><strong>Working with specific groups<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bb\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb279653&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb142101&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/icebreaking-and-warm-up-activities\/\"><strong>Icebreaking and warm-up activities<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bb\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb279653&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb175305&#8243;]<a href=\"https:\/\/a4action.ro\/es\/toolbox\/glossary-and-references\/\"><strong>Glossary and references<\/strong><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; gutter_size=\u00bb3&#8243; overlay_alpha=\u00bb50&#8243; shift_x=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y_down=\u00bb0&#8243; z_index=\u00bb0&#8243; medium_width=\u00bb0&#8243; mobile_width=\u00bb0&#8243; width=\u00bb3\/4&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb197859&#8243;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u00bb1\/1&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text_color=\u00bbcolor-564791&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb201472&#8243; text_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb]Working With Specific Groups<br \/>\nWhat Facilitators Should Pay Attention To[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bbcolor-187928&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb182483&#8243; sep_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u00bb1\/1&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text_color=\u00bbcolor-564791&#8243; heading_semantic=\u00bbh4&#8243; text_size=\u00bbh4&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb205376&#8243; text_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb]Young People with Disabilities[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_single_image media=\u00bb145338&#8243; media_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; media_ratio=\u00bbtwo-one\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb193955&#8243;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; gutter_size=\u00bb3&#8243; override_padding=\u00bbyes\u00bb column_padding=\u00bb2&#8243; back_color=\u00bbcolor-202973&#8243; overlay_alpha=\u00bb50&#8243; shift_x=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y_down=\u00bb0&#8243; z_index=\u00bb0&#8243; medium_width=\u00bb0&#8243; mobile_width=\u00bb0&#8243; width=\u00bb1\/2&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb195934&#8243; back_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb208208&#8243;]Young people with disabilities form a very diverse group, and their needs can vary widely depending on the type of disability\u2014physical, sensory, intellectual, cognitive, psychosocial, or invisible. Because of this, preparation and flexibility are very important, as well as not assuming what someone can or can not do and creating the conditions where every participant has equal access to the activity. (CAST, 2018)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u00bb1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb667235&#8243;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use clear, simple instructions and demonstrate whenever possible<\/li>\n<li>Provide clear instructions in different formats (verbal, visual, written)<\/li>\n<li>Ensure there are at least two facilitators (or more, depending on the group) in case some participants need extra support.<\/li>\n<li>Adapt the complexity of the activity based on the needs of the group, without presuming someone\u2019s abilities in advance (base your adaptations on <em>ad hoc<\/em> observations rather than prejudice)<\/li>\n<li>Offer alternatives for movement-based or fine-motor activities<\/li>\n<li>Adapt the pace, as some participants may need more time to complete tasks<\/li>\n<li>Break tasks into smaller steps and avoid long explanations<\/li>\n<li>Be mindful of sensory overload (lighting, noise, touch)<\/li>\n<li>Encourage collaboration but do not pressure participants to socialize<\/li>\n<li>Avoid speaking to carers or support persons <em>instead<\/em> of addressing the young person directly<\/li>\n<li>Support autonomy: ask participants how they prefer to participate rather than deciding for them<\/li>\n<li>Consider using assistive technology if necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure there is a \u201cquiet place\/space\u201d where participants can go in case of feeling overwhelmed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bbcolor-187928&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb182483&#8243; sep_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u00bb1\/1&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text_color=\u00bbcolor-564791&#8243; heading_semantic=\u00bbh4&#8243; text_size=\u00bbh4&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb150713&#8243; text_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb]Youth with migrant or refugee backgrounds[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_single_image media=\u00bb145344&#8243; media_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; media_ratio=\u00bbtwo-one\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb747927&#8243;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; gutter_size=\u00bb3&#8243; override_padding=\u00bbyes\u00bb column_padding=\u00bb2&#8243; back_color=\u00bbcolor-202973&#8243; overlay_alpha=\u00bb50&#8243; shift_x=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y_down=\u00bb0&#8243; z_index=\u00bb0&#8243; medium_width=\u00bb0&#8243; mobile_width=\u00bb0&#8243; width=\u00bb1\/2&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb195934&#8243; back_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb956355&#8243;]This group of participants includes newly arrived migrants, refugees, asylum seekers, unaccompanied minor refugees, and young people who are second or third generation. They may face language barriers, cultural differences or trauma related to displacement, war, family separation, violence, uncertainty about the future, as well as discrimination and racism.\u00a0Participants may face challenges such as housing insecurity, limited transportation, irregular schedules, or legal appointments that make attendance difficult.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u00bb1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb154420&#8243;]To support them, you\u00a0 should pay attention to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use simple, plain language, avoid metaphors or culturally specific language<\/li>\n<li>Support the spoken language with visuals, gestures and demonstrations<\/li>\n<li>Be aware that norms around gender, touch, eye contact, or emotional expression may differ<\/li>\n<li>Be sensitive to topics that may evoke painful memories (war, migration, family separation, home, loss, borders)<\/li>\n<li>Offer choices in every activity\u2014never force physical proximity, role\u2011play, or personal sharing<\/li>\n<li>Avoid activities that risk reinforcing cultural stereotypes<\/li>\n<li>Encourage expression in multiple languages and cultural exchange or expressions<\/li>\n<li>Be patient; gaining trust can take time, especially for newly arrived young people<\/li>\n<li>Avoid conducting activities that involve blindfolding or being in a dark room without proper preparation or consulting with the participants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_separator sep_color=\u00bbcolor-187928&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb182483&#8243; sep_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=\u00bb1\/1&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text_color=\u00bbcolor-564791&#8243; heading_semantic=\u00bbh4&#8243; text_size=\u00bbh4&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb106311&#8243; text_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb]Youth from rural areas[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_single_image media=\u00bb145350&#8243; media_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; media_ratio=\u00bbtwo-one\u00bb uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb150331&#8243;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_width_percent=\u00bb100&#8243; gutter_size=\u00bb3&#8243; override_padding=\u00bbyes\u00bb column_padding=\u00bb2&#8243; back_color=\u00bbcolor-202973&#8243; overlay_alpha=\u00bb50&#8243; shift_x=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y=\u00bb0&#8243; shift_y_down=\u00bb0&#8243; z_index=\u00bb0&#8243; medium_width=\u00bb0&#8243; mobile_width=\u00bb0&#8243; width=\u00bb1\/2&#8243; uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb195934&#8243; back_color_type=\u00bbuncode-palette\u00bb][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=\u00bb525287&#8243;]Young people living in rural areas often face a different kind of disadvantage: social isolation, lack of services, limited cultural opportunities, unstable digital access, and fewer youth programs. Creative workshops might feel unfamiliar or intimidating and their participation might be limited by lack of public transport connections, strong community norms and limited exposure to arts. 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