June 28th, 2025 living skills training workshop with project ready

Building Confidence and Independence at Our Living Skills Workshop! 🛠️💙

Dear Beyond Barriers Supporters,

On June 28th, 2025, Beyond Barriers Foundation co-hosted a Living Skills Training Workshop with Project Ready, providing individuals with special needs practical tools to gain confidence and independence in everyday life.

During the workshop, participants engaged in hands-on, interactive activities, including:

• Cooking and nutrition skills — learning how to prepare simple, healthy meals independently

• Self-advocacy training — practicing how to speak up for themselves in a variety of situations

• Handling challenging social situations — strategies for responding when someone is looking down on them or treating them unfairly

• Building confidence and problem-solving skills — learning how to approach challenges with resilience and independence

The workshop was designed to be supportive and interactive, giving each participant personalized guidance from instructors, volunteers, and Project Ready staff. Attendees left the session not only with practical skills, but also a stronger sense of self-confidence, empowerment, and independence.

We are deeply grateful to Project Ready for partnering with us, and to all the volunteers and attendees who made this workshop engaging and impactful. This event exemplifies Beyond Barriers Foundation’s mission: to empower individuals with special needs to thrive, advocate for themselves, and build meaningful independence.

Thank you for supporting our work — together, we continue to break barriers, foster inclusion, and inspire confidence in every individual we serve.

With gratitude,

The Beyond Barriers Foundation Team