Frontsiding to Help Others
In Frontsiding to Help Others, host Radzi Chinyanganya introduces Sky Brown, a young skateboarder from California who is using her passion for skateboarding to make a difference in the lives of children, including Sokly, a girl in Cambodia. The video highlights how organizations like Skateistan, a non-governmental organization (NGO), use sports and education to improve the quality of life for children in underserved communities. Through Sky’s efforts, students see how hobbies can be a powerful tool for helping others and creating positive change. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My World, a program created for teenagers eager to learn more about the important stories shaping our world.
Lesson Express
Q: How do you think a young skateboarder like Sky Brown can help improve the quality of life for another girl, Sokly, in Cambodia?
A: Student answers will vary. Students may say that Sky Brown’s influence and support can provide access to skateboarding, education, and empowerment opportunities. Students should consider how mentorship, role models, and community programs impact young people in different parts of the world.
Q: How do non-governmental organizations (NGOs) like Skateistan help children in different countries?
A: Student answers will vary. Students may suggest that NGOs support children by offering education, safe spaces, and opportunities to learn new skills. Students should consider how NGOs work independently of governments to address social challenges.
Q: Can hobbies like skateboarding be used to help others? How?
A: Student answers will vary. Students may suggest that hobbies can be used to teach, inspire, and bring communities together. Students should consider how sharing skills, fundraising, or creating awareness through activities can make a positive impact.