"Growing Together" – PSU Begins Collaboration with Orphanage No. 32.

The PSU Volunteer Center held its first meeting with the children of Orphanage No. 32 in Pyatigorsk. An educational event, "Hieroglyphs: A Window into Chinese Culture," was prepared for the children.

The children learned about Chinese traditions, learned how their names sound in Chinese, tried writing Chinese characters and deciphering their meanings, and also participated in traditional games.

The "Growing Together" initiative aims to build trusting relationships between children and student volunteers. These meetings help the children broaden their horizons, explore new activities, and find friends and mentors. For the students, this is an opportunity to apply their knowledge in practice, develop communication skills, and gain volunteer experience.

The first meeting took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, and the children really enjoyed it. And PSU volunteers are already preparing a new meeting for them – this time with a New Year's program.