Planning is the most important part of any VIA project. It involves the following :
Step 1 - Brainstorm Project
Identify the theme for your community project.
Use the following guiding questions as you review the list:
- What are the needs of your community?
- Which of the issues/areas are you personally passionate about?
- Do you have other members with the same passion?
- How & why will this project impact you and group members?
Step 2 - Brainstorm Activities
Decide on at least THREE activities that would help create an impact in your community , such as:
House visits and giving out pamphlets
Road shows or events jointly organised with Community Centres
Sharing of relevant messages at Kindergartens, elder care centres, or migrant worker dormitories
Performances held at a mall
Game / info booths at a mall
Step 3 - Forming Committees
Form the following basic committees:
IT/Video/Photography Committee
Treasurer & Welfare Committee
Adapt this list to fit your group profile. If you do not fully understand the roles above, do refer to Learn.
Step 4 - Decide Date, Venue, Logistics and Assigned Responsibilities & Timeline
Consult your teacher officer/adviser and decide the following :
When is the best date & time for your project?
Who is your target audience?
Will your selected venue be spacious enough for the target audience?
How will your programme be like?
When completing your timeline:
What are the important milestones/tasks/goals ?
How much time is required to perform each task?
Who has the best abilities to perform these tasks?
Do ensure that your TO is kept up to date on all matters.