Getting involved in peer education

4 is an exciting peer education initiative all about working 4ward, 4 self, 4 others.

The aim is To enable the development of skills, knowledge and understanding of girls and young women by creating opportunities for them to learn from each other.

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What is an In4mer?

In4mers are trained peer educators from the Senior Section who run sessions for other Brownies, Guides, other Senior Section members and Leaders. You can also work with schools or youth groups. They are expected to facilitate a minimum of three sessions a year.

In4mers are currently trained to deliver sessions on:

• binge drinking
• bullying
• eating disorders
• disability awareness
• the media
• refugees
• self- esteem
• sexual health
• stress management
• world poverty and development.

They can also research and run sessions on other topics.

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Training

Basic and refresher training

Several basic trainings take place each year. These weekend residentials are where you gain all the skills you need to become an In4mer. Refresher courses are also available if you've done peer educating before or taken time out.

At the trainings you'll learn in a hands-on way, exploring the skills and methods used in peer education through different activities. As well as getting practical tools like ideas for games and activities, you'll receive information on the topics and getting the scheme running in your guiding area.

By the end you're an In4mer! Contact your Country/Region/County 4 Coordinator or Senior Section Adviser for more details or email 4CaST at 4cast@girlguiding.org.uk to register your interest.

 2012 In4mer Trainings 

Basic Trainings will be taking place on the following dates in 2012:

• 13-15 January in North East England Region
• 27-29 January in Midlands Region
• 23- 25 March at CHQ, London (4CaST National Training)
• 16-18 November at CHQ, London (4CaST National Training).

Basic Trainings are free to attend. Further information and application forms are available from 4cast@girlguiding.org.uk.

Topic training

Find a basic peer education activity from an existing resource and try it out with peers.

One day training

These provide background knowledge on a specific topic and should be attended after you go to a basic or refresher training.

Advanced training

You can take advanced training to train new In4mers if you have at least 18 months of practical experience that covers a range of topics with different sections.

Other roles

• 4 Supporter or Coordinator: Over 25s can fill these roles. The Senior Section CD has more information.
• 4CaST: This is 4s national Coordination and Support Team, open to In4mers, Supporters and Coordinators. The Senior Section CD has more information. Check out the Senior Section CD to find out more.