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VYAS volunteers supported the 15th session of the Hand-in-Hand Craft Workshop. The activity invited participants to create anime-themed luggage tags through drawing and crafting. Volunteers accompanied and supported the participants during the creative process, helping create a friendly and encouraging environment where everyone could share ideas, collaborate, and enjoy a meaningful morning of creativity and interaction.

VYAS Hand-in-Hand Reading Club (Session 4) VYAS volunteers supported the fourth session of the Hand-in-Hand Reading Club, an ongoing community reading program for children with special needs. Volunteers provided one-on-one reading support, accompanying children as they explored stories and books in a calm and supportive environment. The activity was led by VYAS board member James, helping create a warm space where children could engage with reading through patience, companion

2025 TKFW Fashion Week Volunteer Service VYAS volunteers supported the 2025 TKFW Fashion Week by assisting with backstage and event operations. Volunteers helped makeup artists with preparation, supported outfit changes for models, assisted with on-site coordination, and participated in event cleanup. Volunteer leaders also coordinated tasks among volunteers and joined brief preparation meetings in advance to ensure clear role assignments and smooth event execution.

VYAS volunteers supported the 14th session of the Hand-in-Hand Craft Workshop, a community program for youth with autism. The Mother’s Day–themed activity invited children to create artwork for their mothers using painting and crafts. Youth volunteers accompanied the children throughout the activity, offering guidance and support while helping create a warm and encouraging environment for creative expression.

VYAS volunteers supported the third session of the Hand-in-Hand Reading Club, an ongoing community reading program for children with special needs. The Easter-themed activity included picture book reading and interactive activities led by Leader and VYAS board member Cici Zhao. Volunteers accompanied the children during reading and activities, helping create a warm and supportive environment that encouraged participation, connection, and joyful learning.

VYAS volunteers supported the Easter Hat Parade Community Carnival by assisting the organizers with venue setup, booth preparation, and event coordination. Volunteers helped prepare popcorn, distribute promotional materials, and provide one-on-one assistance to children with autism and other disabilities as they decorated their Easter hats and joined activities. Their support helped create a joyful and inclusive environment for children and families to participate in the cele

VYAS volunteers supported the second session of the Hand-in-Hand Reading Club, a community activity for children with special needs. Volunteers provided one-on-one reading support while accompanying children through the story The Grand Hotel. Through reading and creative expression, the activity created a warm environment where children could relax, engage with stories, and explore their imagination with the support and encouragement of volunteers.