The complex activities of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” (08.4.2-ESFA-K-629-02-0009) will analyse children’s profile in several aspects: physical (activity, healthy eating, balance of activities and rest, personal and environment cleanliness), emotional (feelings, emotions, experiences) together with social development and cognitive (self-esteem, positive thinking). The project aims to develop the correct ergonomics and habits of life, to teach regular sports, under the constant supervision of physiotherapists (sports instructors). Children are taught not only movements, but also the knowledge they need to integrate into the everyday life. Special, up-to-date, individualized exercise programs are created for children, so that they could also do them at home.
The project consists of activities that form the basis of the child’s behaviour and lifestyle, which will later determine a person’s health and quality of life:
- “Growing up to be an Ambassador”
- “Growing while actively moving”
- “Growing confidently and positively”
- “Growing while researching”
Project activities will be organized and implemented by 19 partners. The size of the partnership is based on the assessment of the objectives of the activities, includes a broad institutional structure (educational institutions at all levels, involves private health centres, communities, etc. NGOs), represents the interests of the main groups influencing the project. By participating in the project, the partners assume the risks related to the implementation of the activities, integrated responsibility for the involvement of the participants in the activities, and efficient use of the infrastructure.
The target group – children and adolescents. Project duration – 24 months. The project is implemented in Siauliai city and district municipalities.
The project is funded by the EU Structural Funds.
Responsible for the project
Rugilė Strikoriūtė, communication specialist, Tel. +370 607 79 707, E-mail: komunikacija@nrda.lt
PROJECT NEWS
26-06-2020| CAMP “GROWING WHILE EXPLORING”
On 2020 June 23-25, the first camp of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” “Growing while researching” took place. This, the first of the Little Ambassadors, not only improved physically, but also learned many new things about oneself, made new friends. During the camp, the children tested their strength by going on three different hikes, playing sports, playing team games, and riding horses. The little ambassadors got acquainted with their emotions and their changes in different situations through virtual reality, and together with a doctor they got acquainted with the basics of first aid. Perhaps most of the Little Ambassadors were waiting for the arrival of Chef Cosimo, with whom the children made ravioli with spinach, healthy pizza and gnocchi. Congratulations to our coolest Little Ambassadors for a healthy lifestyle who grew during the project!
17-01-2020| DEMONSTRATIONAL SPORTS EDUCATION OF THE PROJECT “LITTLE AMBASSADOR FOR A HEALTY LIFESTYLE”
A healthy lifestyle is a set of habits that depend on our attitude towards ourselves, on our daily behaviour, understanding, habits. On January 17, the first cycle of demonstration educations of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” ended. In almost two months, the team of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle”, which consisted of an educator, moderator, sports coach and doctor, visited 10 different schools in Siauliai city and district. During the demonstrational sports educations, the little healthy lifestyle ambassadors explained what a healthy lifestyle is, built a healthy food pyramid, talked about how to overcome stress with proper breathing techniques, and discussed their leisure and daily habits. Along with the coach, they played sports games that knocked out even the most timid ones! The project participants got acquainted with the further activities of the project and with the help of an educator implemented a prototype of a smart app created especially for the project. After the demonstration sports education, there was no lack of laughter, positive emotions and questions when we will meet again and again…
06-11-2019| FORUMS OF THE PROJECT “LITTLE AMBASSADOR FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE”
On November 6, the first forum cycle of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” ended. During the forums, we met with several hundred little ambassadors from more than 8 different schools in Siauliai city and district. During the forums, together with the moderator and educator, the little ambassadors watched a motivational video created specifically for the project, discussed the importance of a healthy diet and ranked the products most commonly found in their diet, and talked about the importance of sports in our lives. The aim of the forum is not only to provide new knowledge, but also to develop young people’s skills of initiative, honesty and healthy lifestyle. And already on December 4, together with the sports coach and doctor, we will start with a new project activity – demonstrational sports education.
27-09-2019| FORUMS OF THE PROJECT “LITTLE AMBASSADOR FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE”
The first forums of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” took place on September 28 in Siauliai Arena, during the Opportunity Festival “YOUR PIN CODE”. During the forums, together with the moderator and educator, we watched a motivational video, discussed the importance of a healthy diet and ranked the products most commonly found in our diet, and talked about the importance of sports in our lives.
26-09-2019| MOTIVATIONAL VIDEO OF THE PROJECT “LITTLE ABASSADOR FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE”
Positivity, healthy lifestyle, bursting energy, activity – these are the qualities of the #Small Ambassador! We are sharing with you a motivational video of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” and invite everyone to find the #Little Ambassador in themselves.
Special thanks to Julija Jevtušenkaitė, Vita Jevtušenkienė, Ricardas Berankis, Mantas Kuklys, Basketball Academy “Saule”, Relentless Strength & Fitness and all the #Little Abassadors you saw in the film!
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06-09-2019| PREPARATIONAL WORKS OF THE PROJECT “LITTLE AMBASSADOR FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE”
Preparation for the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle” is gaining a momentum – a motivational video of the project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Lifestyle“ is being prepared! It is said that you need to get out of the comfort zone to do much more. The Webin.lt team talks to Julija Jevtušenkaitė about positivity, activity and leaving the comfort zone!
In the motivational video of the project, we will see one of the most famous Lithuanian tennis players of today, Ricardas Berankis, and the player of the Lithuanian national football team from Siauliai, Mantas Kuklis. Athletes will share their insights with children and share tips on how to reach athletic heights and goals.
We hope to share the result already on September 27.
28-03-2019| PROJECT “LITTLE AMBASSADOR FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE”
The health of children and young people is one of the essential conditions for development of the individual and society. We start the week with good news, announcing that the National Agency for Regions Development, a public institution, is launching a new project “Little Ambassador for a Healthy Living”. The project “Little Ambassador for Healthy Living” scored 82 points out of 100 evaluation points!
Project activities will analyse children’s profiles in several different aspects: physical (activity, healthy eating, activity and rest balance), emotional (feelings, emotions, experiences), along with social development and cognitive (self-esteem, positive thinking).
Nacionalinė regionų plėtros agentūra 