The Orphanage
A journey of perspectives
In this workshop, participants will assume the role of villagers forced to flee their homeland in search of a better future. They will face choices around safety, survival, and hope — all while reflecting on the real-life struggles faced by displaced people.
Why Choose This Story
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What participants found valuable?
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Connecting as one group to build a shared story
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Being able to step into other people’s shoes
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Feeling immersed in the stakes of the story and the characters
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Gaining an understanding of the struggles and fears caused by conflict
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Using practical, creative exercises to explore others’ experiences
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The use of choice and decision-making, which participants found engaging and meaningful
Feedback on the facilitation:
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“Spontaneous and very creative.”
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Ensuring everyone felt included
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Bringing great energy and heart to the session
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Patient, compassionate, and caring in approach
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Open, simple to follow, and adaptable
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Welcoming and responsive to the group’s needs
Key Themes:
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Empathy and perspective-taking
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Emotional immersion
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Collective storytelling
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Experiential learning
​What did the participant enjoy most:
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“Insightful into what people go through.”
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“A real understanding of others’ journeys”
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“Interactive and creative.”
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“A way to use imagination and learn at the same time”
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“The storyline was powerful.”
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“Encouraged people to work together.”
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“Helped me understand real-life struggles.”
​What did participants find particularly good:
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“Enthusiastic and passionate facilitator”
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“Made the environment feel real.”
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“Clear instructions and explanations”
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“Created a safe, encouraging space.”
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“Acted out scenes and brought the world to life.”
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“Helped us understand the message and emotions.”
Key Learning or Insight participants have experienced:
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Empathy
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Emotional intelligence
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Awareness of real-world issues
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Group connection
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Problem-solving and collaboration skills