Fair Start Global - free Internet training for shelter staff

Just got in contact with the Dane behind this web page yesterday. It is an extremely interesting initiative, and they inform, that they are in the process of translating the program into Vietnamese. We will meet when I come back to Denmark. Maybe I can help with some contacts or something. This is a "must have" in Vietnam.

http://fairstartglobal.com/Fairstart_Global/Fairstartglobal.html
http://www.train.fairstartedu.us/

The principles for the program are:

1. Only requires internet connection and a projector or DVD and a TV.
   
2. Improves quality care without increasing budgets.
   
3. Used in the workplace at two hour sessions in a 15 session curriculum - taking two years to complete
   
4. Participants share principles of care derived from research: stimulation and brain development, attachment theory based practices, group dynamics, dialogue based, professional development of care.
   
5. When a group has learned a principle via video demonstrations and dialogue, participants immediately start practicing together in the workplace. They video their progress and discuss cooperation at the start of the next session.
   
6. This enables participants as motivated, active and creative developers of the local practices, adjusted to their own culture and circumstances.
   
7. Relations between leaders and staff becomes active and dialogue-based, creating local competence and experience in a professional culture.
   
8. The training is hands-on, easy to practice, initiates immediate improvements and professional pride.
   
9. The training is always in the local language.
   
10. Easy-to-use handbook: HANDBOOK SHORT VERSION.doc