Thoughts from TVC 2010 Committee

Bingrong
"It wasn't my first time being involved in organising an event for Trybe. But it was my first time leading a group of committee where most of them are new to Trybe!! Going through the planning journey with them was partial exciting yet tiring. I remember how interesting the first few meetings with the newly formed committee were. We were all writing down our learning objectives and painting a mind picture of how TVC'10 will look like. It was pretty a difficult and challenging process.

One of the objectives of TVC'10 was to bond the volunteers together through fun activities and time spent together. The other was to equip volunteers who are new to Trybe with some facilitation skills so that they feel more confident when helping out at Trybe sessions. After the brainstorming period, all of us were geared up in coming up with programmes that would suit the participants. Thanks to Mirabel and Basia for constantly looking out for us to refine the program so that the sessions will turn out engaging.

During the camp, I've learnt so much about preparing for last minute situations (such as the power trip) and also managing my team. It was a challenging process yet a fruitful one. I would like to thank my committee for putting so much effort into planning for the camp and I hope that they will become more active in Trybe in future."

Glenda
"After the long and tedious planning process, I have grown to find out that it isn’t easy at all to plan a camp as such. It is amazing that all the little details have to be taken into such great consideration in order for the camp to be a success. I have learnt the importance of submitting complete work by the official deadline and to have the responsibility to account for what we have done, whether right or wrong. I am looking forward to being a more organised person; one who can prioritise right. Even though I did not attend the camp, I feel like my efforts have been put to good use as the other committee members have done a brilliant job in conducting the camp. Looking at the pictures, I know that the camp was indeed a success and most of the participants have enjoyed themselves! Overall, I had fun and enjoyed being a part of the TVC committee. However, I feel that I can definitely do better if given another opportunity."

Vanessa
"The five months of planning isn’t easy but the friendship built, the experience gained and watching the participants enjoying themselves during the camp made everything worthwhile. Through the planning process, I have learnt that planning a camp isn’t as simple as it seems. It has taught me many things and that every single detail has to be taken into account, be it from logistics, sessions or food. Also, I had my first experience of speaking in front of such a large group of people and although it wasn’t fully great, I was glad I did it. Thank you to all the participants and Trybe staff who came down to the camp! It wouldn’t be a success without you guys."

Brenban
"In this camp I am appointed in the workshop committee and the logistic commitee. At the beginning i was not confident of my role in the workshop committee, because i cannot express myself well in a crowd but over time as the meetings increased I felt more confident because I wanted to see my hard work being put to good use in the camp. Being in the logistics committee is a new experience for me to prepare stuff and go all the way from the west to Trybe centre to prepare logistics. This camp hasmade me learnt values that cannot be expressed in mere words and i have met many good friends in this camp committee. I would like to thank Bingrong for giving me this opportunity to participate in this camp."

Shufeng
"Trybe TVC '10 is indeed a very fruitful camp for me!

I feel that i've learnt a lot for this camp and this is especially so since it is the first time i am planning for a camp in Trybe. Through the planning process, I get to work with different people in the group and adapt to their working styles. I've also learnt to plan a camp in detail (food, logistics ad transport etc). By executing the programmes, i've also learnt to become more confident. In addition, this is also a platform for me to socialise and get to know more people.
I would like to thank Trybe for giving me the opportunity to plan this camp. Moreover, I would like extend my heartfelt gratitude to Bingrong and Vege for their help and guidance. Not forgetting Vanessa, Vivien, Glenda, Colin, Brenban and Ye Kai. You guys are simply amazing!
Lastly, i'm really happy to see that all the campers have enjoyed the camp. I hope they have learnt somethig new in this camp too! Let us all not forget the friendships we have forged in this camp and do keep in touch with one another!"

From left: Shu Feng, Vanessa, Yekai, Bingrong, Vege & Colin

Not in picture: Brenban & Glenda

Nic on TVC 2010

TVC 2010 was held over the weekend on 12-14 March. We had almost 30 participants at this special annual event, catering to the personal development of our volunteers. I am deeply grateful to the organising team, comprising Bing Rong, Vege, Shu Feng, Vanessa, Ye Kai, Brenban, Colin, Vivian and Glenda; and the two key staff in charge of TVC, Mirabel and Basia.

At TVC 2010, I also called for volunteer driven initiatives, which Trybe will support, such as “interest groups” and “coaching and volunteer buddy groups”. I look forward to hearing from the volunteers on the different interest groups that they hope to set up. If you have a particular interest and if you want to lead or be involved in that group, please email me at nicholas.lee@trybe.org, indicating what group you would like to set up and whether you will be leading that group or you have someone in mind to lead that. We will be more than happy to work with you to kick-start this initiative.

Trybe is also in the process of firming up its development pathway for volunteers. We are going to launch the new training roadmap for volunteers in May/June and I look forward to your continued participation in training and learning – to be effective at everything we do and to keep learning. Trybe is committed to enhance the continued training and development of its staff and volunteers.

Nicholas Lee
Executive Director, Trybe

Trybe Volunteer Camp (TVC) 2010!

Event: TVC'10
Dates: 12-14 March 2010 (Fri evening to Sun afternoon)
Venue: to be confirmed

Be part of the annual camp where the Trybe community gathers for a special time of bonding and fun. Accliva, the camp name coined by the planning committee led by Bingrong and Vege, is a Latin word for "rising up". This fresh youth committee has definitely been committed to rise up to challenge themselves in doing things that they have never done before or at greater levels beyond their usual comfort. Trybe is proud of them!

To sign up online, click here now!

For enquiries, please contact the Camp Commandant, Bingrong, at 90066731 and carlos335@gmail.com or the Vice Camp Commandant, Vege, at 91553679 and vege_000@hotmail.com.

Trybe Volunteer Camp 2009

Look out for Volunteer Camp 2009!

We are looking for committee members who are interested to help organize the camp for volunteers in June. Check out the Forums for more info. Please contact Min(91325014)/ Vege(91553679) or send an email to TVC09@trybe.org

Our thoughts about VEC '08

The camp was very helpful and I think it has adressed our concerns (uncertainties and insecurities) as a facilitators directly. I felt that it has equipped me with the skills needed as facilitators both theoretical and practical through small group simulation within our group. I would recommend this camp to others because the skills I learned here can be applied to other areas of my life too. - Merryn

This camp has reminded me of the potential importance that we may impart to other youths. - Keith

I definitely learnt how to effectively interact with the students. I am really glad that I have participated in this camp as I learnt alot of things that I can never learn outside of this camp. A big thank you to everyone! - Glenda

I've learnt to reflect a positive reflection on the things I do. Things learnt will be used in my daily lives with my family, friends and loved ones! Thank you Trybe you've made a difference in my life! - Hakim

This was the most sincere workshop I've been through in terms of reflecting geniune concern and valuing people as individuals, each as special and important, not just to run through the programmes and be done with it but to really make the kids' voice heard and understand and soehow give each or leave for each youth the impression that he is valued. It was fun, lighthearted and inspiring sessions and this would mark a difference with my interactions with people not just with the students but with others in all my daily walk. - Grace

I feel that I have gain confidence and ready to facilitate small groups. - Alex

I think I learnt alot from the last 2 days from listening to engaging youths and it all brought a new light to the word facilitating. Knowing all these helped me alot to understand more about the people around me. Ready to face students problems and things ahead. - Vivien

Thank you Trybe for organising the volunteer equipping camp, I learned so much from all the sessions. Thanks Rachel for all the talks and those very encouraging smiles, effort and patience you showed us. Without you, this camp wouldn't be so lively and fun! - Sharon