#TOY Project

The goal is for older volunteers to become a safe space for children to share their feelings and their stories through art—making.

Methodology

The Play of Painting methodology was developed by Arno Stern of RISE (Research Institute of the Semiology of Expression, Paris). The Play of Painting has the virtues of play but without competition or comparisons, instead differences are affirmed and respected. It is designed to stimulate the capacities of emotional regulation and self-confidence. The TOY Project has adapted the Painting Game so that it can be conducted in primary schools and community centers for children.

The program is conducted as an after school activity for one hour, once a week. Each project last for 6 weeks.

**Sekolah Kebangsaan Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (SKTTDI 2)** Kuala Lumpur

SKTTDI 2 is a school that sits on the border of Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. The school has about 800 students from all walks of life, some of whom have special needs. This was the pilot project for TOY and was conducted with the support of the Resident Association of TTDI, with the approval from the Ministry of Education.

**Awaiting Ministry of Education Approval** (Malaysia)

Since our successful completion of the pilot project at SKTTDI 2, we have submitted a request to conduct our program in two more schools in the Klang Valley.

**HATI does TOY**

Through a partnership with Touching Hearts Welfare Society, Kuala Lumpur and Selangor (HATI), TOY will be conducted in B40 communities, refugee centers, orphanages and children’s shelters.