The Power of Play | Ash Perrin | TEDxJacksonville
Can play heal the wounds inflicted by displacement and social exclusion? The answer, according to Ash Perrin, is unequivocally yes. As the founder of a nonprofit that brings play and laughter to marginalized children, Perrin works with children in refugee camps who are living in acutely difficult circumstances. They show clear signs of trauma-withdrawal, anxiety, hostility, and suspicion-and their experiences lead them to seek self-preservation through aggression and to see other people as threats. But play has the power to change that. Play builds social bonds, teaches conflict resolution, develops resilience, promotes self-esteem, and fosters joy. In a world riven by conflict and increasingly invested in digital rather than personal connections, we must be proactive in preserving traditional forms of physical play because play and laughter are our one global language. In 2007, Ash Perrin was on holiday in Cambodia and found himself performing some magic in an orphanage. The children were comfortable and happy, but it struck him that these were feelings they didn’t usually experience. He realized that as an entertainer and a clown who cares passionately about the health and happiness of children, he should do as much as possible to spread laughter to those who need it most. He launched The Flying Seagull Project three months later. Since then, the group has worked with more than 100,000 children in hospitals, orphanages, deaf/blind schools, refugee camps, and slums around the world. You can find out more about Ash’s work by visiting www.theflyingseagullproject.com
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
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"Bodies and minds that feel good heal good". As a Play Therapist myself I couldn't have said it better! Amazing work guys, well done xx
Ash and the Flying Seagull Project are among the most important people and initiatives that exist in Europe today.
@playsavedthechild.2848
3 жыл бұрын
that's saying something!!
I had the honour of working with Ash and the Flying Seagulls once and I can attest that they are the real thing: totally dedicated, and also brilliant entertainers who love to get kids and their families playing together.
You are actually doing something to change the world. All my admiration and so much respect for you.
Ash Perrin and the Flying Seagull Project never cease to amaze and inspire me in the crucial and legendry work they do. They are without any doubt, a true example of love in action through the power of play and laughter. Their message is one that we can all embrace. Thank you for helping the children of our World. xx
Absolutely love the work of this organization. Great presentation
The very definition of wholesome. You guys are heroes.
Wonderful! Thank you!
Amazing ted talk, definitively one of my faves
Inspiring and motivating talk. Thanks Ash for all the incredible work you and your team do. See you at Greenman...
You are awesome mister Perrin.
Ash you are a wonderful man. May you and you humour troops continue. Can I just say to anyone that doesn't know Ash or the seagulls they are genuinely fantastic And do a wonderful job of returning childhood to kids caught in situations they have no control over. Please support their cause..big love to you Ash.
Ash. Thank you! .
Amazing man... so many people should see this. We love you Ash xx
spectacular!!!!!
Love this man. Ash is my hero.
Amazing, what an inspiration ❤️
Bless you and your amazing job
Thank you xx
Wow I am taking notes
Let me share this... Play saves the Children! *from the inside...
Nice one, Ash!
Wonderful 😀👊✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
How on earth can this have 9k views :( It should have 90m
@lancemorin3967
3 жыл бұрын
It shows where people values are, distraction and acquisition, we are off the mark so far.
@peterstreet4430
Жыл бұрын
@@lancemorin3967 Sad but true.
Why are people like him not getting knighthoods?