Seeds of Peace
Presentation Guidelines and Advice There is no “one size fits all” model for presentation making. The format should be based on your and the audience’s interest in the organization, time constraints, and purpose (i.e. fundraising, awareness building, both). There are general guidelines, however, that can help you prepare for and structure your presentation. Included below are the following: Sample Presentation Outline Guiding Thoughts Additional Materials Seeds of Peace Can Provide Video Descriptions Past Experiences: Challenges, Successes and Lessons Learned Sample Presentation Outline: The following outline should be effective for multiple purposes, audiences, and time constraints: Short intro of yourself and Seeds of Peace. Brief outline of the presentation and when to ask questions (during or afterwards). Show one of the three five minute videos included on the DVD. Q & A Session. Opportunity for participants to make a gift to Seeds of Peace, sign up to receive more information/e-newsletter, and discuss further opportunities with New York staff. Guiding Thoughts: Be creative! Be personal. Talking about why you are passionate about Seeds of Peace is much more engaging than talking about its history. This is not a presentation on politics so stay away from political discussions. Remember that your audience has a time limit so make sure you get out all that you want to present within the timeframe you have allocated. Your presentation should be natural - it’s more exciting for the audience if you really mean what you are saying. So forget about scripts! Know your material and speak clearly, slowly and confidently! In the Q&A session, if you are faced with difficult questions, or questions that make you uncomfortable, feel free to let the person know that you would rather discuss it one-on-one, or direct his/her question to Seeds staff members. Do not speculate, provide your opinion, or try to answer if you don’t have the facts as this could prove damaging to Seeds of Peace. At the end of your presentation, mention our website and contact information for the New York office – www.seedsofpeace.org / info@seedsofpeace.org / 212/573-8040. 1
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Additional Materials Seeds of Peace Can Provide: Informational brochures and other printed materials. Digital versions of the Seeds of Peace logo. Additional audio visual materials (longer videos, more photos, etc.). Donation cards to distribute at the end of your presentation.
Video Descriptions: The Path to Peace, May 2008 (6 minutes) This video answers the common question, “Where are they now?” Through a collection of quotes from Seeds graduates, viewers see a more mature face of Seeds of Peace. Filmed during the 2008 International Peace Summit in Aqaba, Jordan. News Clip: CBS Early Show, July 2005 (5 minutes) This video captures the mission of the organization and the International Camp experience. Emphasis is placed on the Ropes Course, team building, and individual interviews. “The 2005 Leadership Summit”, July 2005 (7 minutes) by Ramy Nagy - a former Seed This video highlights the development of Seeds participants from their early camp experience to adulthood and how Seeds of Peace has impacted their lives.
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