Reflections on Final Presentation (Rina)

On July 20, our team presented NeighConnect, the NGO we created, and received valuable feedback from our classmates. As the one responsible for laying the foundation of our NGO and writing the blog entry, I wanted to reflect on the feedback, particularly regarding the content.

One of the feedback points highlighted the idea of connecting activities online. However, our organization's primary focus is on providing in-person experiences within the flats and the community. While we acknowledge the potential of online activities, we believe that the essence of NeighConnect lies in fostering face-to-face interactions to bridge generational gaps effectively. If we were to explore online activities, it would likely be in the form of seminars to promote our organization's mission and initiatives.

Another feedback suggested narrowing down the activities. Although we didn't elaborate on this during the presentation, each activity we planned had a specific target audience to bring different age groups together. For instance, the NeighConnect Gala targeted the elderly and parents, aiming to help them get to know their neighbors better. On the other hand, the Neigh Fest focused on children, fostering connections among them. We believe that all these activities are necessary to create a well-rounded and inclusive community.

On a personal note, I must admit that while I prepared a script for the presentation, there was some redundancy between the information on the slides and my script, causing confusion during the delivery. Additionally, the timing of this presentation coincided with other academic commitments, leading to last-minute preparations. In hindsight, I realize the importance of thoroughly reviewing the presentations to eliminate any repetition and ensure a smoother delivery.

Overall, the feedback received has been insightful, and it encourages us to refine our approach further. We are committed to making NeighConnect a successful venture that brings positive change to the community by fostering connections, understanding, and unity among its members.


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  1. Mad dogJuly 23, 2023 at 8:43 AM

    another way you could make money is if you worked with one of those companies that soundproof houses and such. because moving to get away from noisy kids is a big thing to do but putting in some foam stuff and then the noise goes down some seems like a good deal to me.

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  2. jodiasJuly 28, 2023 at 1:00 AM

    I appreciate your thoughtful reflections on the feedback you received. Yes, I think the strength of your NGO is its emphasis on actually connecting people (esp. children, parents, and the elderly) through F2F activities.

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