Empowering Growth through Science Education and Assistance: A "Dream Journey of Science Popularization" Lights up Children's Little Wishes
Release time：2023-06-09
Donning a spacesuit, launching water rockets, and experiencing the energy of being a young astronaut at the science and technology center; searching for the origins of Dongjiang Hakka culture hidden in ancient porcelain as well as calligraphy and paintings at the museum;
getting up close with large deep-sea creatures and exploring the secrets of the "diving champion" at the sperm whale exhibition center ...
Recently, under the guidance of Desay SV volunteers, the children in difficulty from Tonghu Town, alongside the children of Desay SV employees, explored Huizhou's three major science popularization bases: the science and technology center, the museum, and the sperm whale exhibition center. Nearly 50 children participated in activities that combined exploration, learning, and challenges, accumulating knowledge "gold" coins to fulfill their little wishes. They not only gained scientific knowledge but also made their little wishes come true, like a new backpack, a new jacket, new sneakers, and a set of children's storybooks.
This scene above captures the charitable event "Light up Little Wishes — A Dream Journey of Science Popularization", co-hosted by Desay SV and the Huizhou Zhongkai High-tech Zone Charity Federation. The invited children came from families in difficulty in Tonghu Town (either receiving only a basic living allowance or without any support). Dressed in matching outfits with the children of Desay SV employees, they joined hands to explore the world of science together. All the children joyfully frolicked in the sperm whale exhibition center, interacting with 3D marine creatures. They also shared quality meals and fun stories about their lives. This unforgettable science journey offered these children in difficulty many personal "firsts", creating beautiful memories that will accompany them on their journey of growth.
The "Light up Little Wishes — A Dream Journey of Science Popularization" event is an expanded and upgraded continuation of Desay SV's 2022 project, which was aimed at improving the home environment for residents in difficulty. It also serves as a Desay SV-style educational charity event within the "Stars Light up the Way and Wishes" donation project of Huizhou's Zhongkai District.
The event closely aligned with the practical development of scientific and technological reform through themed education. It played a vital role as an initiative to promote balanced scientific and technological innovation education and support the comprehensive development of a talent hub. Desay SV believes that education is the noblest of pursuits, and in terms of paired-up assistance, teaching children to "fish" is far more beneficial than simply giving them a "fish", as the former may do good to them for a lifetime.
Strengthening support for children in difficulty and improving their living conditions not only enhances social cohesion, creating an environment of equality, friendship, and harmony, but also fosters rural revitalization and common prosperity. Support for children in difficulty must extend beyond financial aid; it should also include greater psychological care and educational guidance. In this event, Desay SV conducted training for the volunteers in advance and meticulously designed and prepared for the entire process. The aim was to help the children develop self-esteem, self-respect, self-love, and self-reliance.
Knowledge lights the path to dreams. Desay SV began its journey in educational charity with the Library Plan in 2016. In 2022, its charity strategy evolved from "giving a fish" to "teaching to fish", collaborating with the Huizhou Ecological Environment Bureau to develop the Qingkui Plan, a series of environmental protection courses aimed at bringing environmental protection knowledge to schools. This year, Desay SV has continued to incorporate science and technological themes into its student-aid public service initiatives. It remains committed to its mission of supporting education and continually innovates its educational charity model to empower children's learning and growth and nurture hopes for them.
