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Playing board games is not only about having fun; it is about a time spent together providing opportunities to play, train mental skills and patience, as well as the ability to cooperate and think ahead. When the Integra Foundation announced a fundraiser for didactic and board games for children in Ethiopia and Kenya, we were more than happy to participate, as we know that children who play have a better chance to become successful adults satisfied with their lives.

If you would like to contribute to children's joy, you may at this link: https://integra.darujme.sk/detompreradost/

Thank you very much.

Recently, we received a special invitation - our friends from the Soporna-Strkovec Social Services Home requested our presence to cheer them on at the 18^th edition of Strkovec Baronka, a wonderful event where clients from Social Services Homes in the Trnava Region compete in dancing, singing, theatre and visual arts. In addition to laughter, genuine joy and the content feeling of tired hands after hours of enthusiastic clapping, we received an unexpected gift at the event - painted pictures by our friends that are now proudly hanging on the walls of our office. Thank you!

Human Dynamic partners, clients, colleagues and loved ones enjoyed a story of the 18-year-old Leila Lacho from her Nairobi visit of orphanages and a beautiful Janais Christmas concert followed by a networking rout to support the Praise Gate children's home project in Kenya. Praise Gate is now closer to fulfilling the dream of a safe place and a better future for 80 children who would otherwise spend their childhood on the streets of Nairobi. If you would like to join us in building a well or providing electricity for the children, you may do so here Gift of Hope.

Guess who won the ping pong tournament recently? Our amazing friends from the Home of Social Services for Children and Adults in Šoporňa Štrkovec! They welcomed us again with open arms, warmth and generosity, sharing updates from their lives and their Christmas plans. Although they won the competition between our two teams, it was their enthusiasm and joy that was unbeatable. Each time we visit our friends, we are full of positive emotions, greater joy and immense gratitude.  

This summer HDE received one of the most valued awards. The Bratislava Self-Governing Region presented HDE with a special recognition as the Volunteer in the Social Services for continuous support at the Social Services Center of Professor Karol Matulay for (Autistic) Children and Adults. HDE director Miriam Lacho enjoyed the award ceremony tremendously: 'Being surrounded by people with various disabilities and those who for many years care for them daily with love and a huge heart, and listening to their powerful stories on this extremely hot day, was an exceptional and emotional experience for me, which only deepened the feelings of gratitude, humility and my desire to help the most vulnerable.'

Our first visit to the Home of Social Services for Children and Adults in Šoporňa - Štrkovec left us full of emotions and a promise to return. It happened this month - together with gifts and supplies for the residents of this beautiful facility. After enthusiastically examining sketchbooks, colored pencils and other creative supplies, we were invited to a petanque tournament. Although none of us at the HDE team played petanque before, the members of the home team proved to be excellent teachers. They got us excited about the game, created a great atmosphere, and spared no effort in encouragement and friendly teasing. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for another exceptional experience!

Affection, joy, feelings of closeness and gratitude for unconditional acceptance and new friendships. The visit to the Home of Social Services for Children and Adults Šoporňa - Štrkovec was an exceptional experience for our team, after which we left full of deep impressions, emotions and plans for further support and future visits. We would like to express our huge thanks for a special welcome, kind hospitality, authenticity and the opportunity to see the functioning and everyday life at the Home of Social Services. We look forward to the next time!

Community Service is important to our team at Human Dynamic Europe. We volunteered at two events at the Social Services Center of Professor Karol Matulay for Children and Adults (of primarily autistic spectrum). During the Athletic Day, we supervised various posts, encouraged participants and rewarded them with stamps. At the International Children's Day celebration, we held even more magical roles – assisted at the bouncy castle and supervised the big soap bubble post! We are honored to be a part of such meaningful events and thank the organizers and participants for every kind word and smile we were blessed with.

We are very glad to have had some time to meet with our Czech colleagues during our last business trip to Prague in spite of our busy schedules. Although we are in contact continuously, we appreciate the time to meet in person to have enriching conversations about work, plans and personal lives.  

During the team breakfast, we celebrated birthdays, name days, and successful launch of the EAP program for 8 countries for a new client. We consider recognizing and appreciating the team’s achieved goals, both small and long-term, as a perfect activity, especially when the atmosphere is supported by excellent food and pleasant conversations.

Are you able to administer first aid in case of emergency? According to research, most Slovaks think they can; however, reality and testing shows the opposite. Yet, the first few minutes after an accident or an emergency may decide about a human life or avoid permanent injuries. Even imperfect first aid is better than no help, so as a team we decided to develop and increase our knowledge in this (vital) area and test our skills during a one-day certified First Aid Training. Knowing how to properly evaluate the situation, slow down the bleeding, call for help, start resuscitation, not to be afraid of the AED, master the Heimlich maneuver - all this is knowledge we consider necessary to gain and refine not only from the point of view of crisis intervention and psychological counseling, but also in regard to our private lives.

Have you ever been a part of a company strategy development or did you just learn about the strategy from your manager? Have you ever thought how beneficial it would be if you could express your perspective? At HDE, it is different. The company management is sincerely interested in what employees think and in building relationships within the team. The team set the Wildly Important Goal for the next 3-6 months, vision for 2023, benefits, home office, as well as brought ideas for developing the team’s competencies and services to remain a relevant and inspiring partner for clients. At the same time, the team got to know each other better during relaxing teambuilding activities and delicious gastronomy.