Emotional Intelligence Program (E.Q.P.)
Based on Dr. Peter Salovey , Dr. John Mayer, & Dr. Daniel Goleman extensive research on Emotional Intelligence (E.Q). E.Q. is defined as the ability to monitor one’s own and others’ feelings and emotions, to discriminate among them and to use this information to guide’s one’s thinking and actions.
Emotional Intelligence is defined as four discrete mental abilities (or branches):
Managing Emotion
Understanding Emotion
Perception of Emotion
Use of Emotion to facilitate thought
The objective of the Emotional Intelligence Program is to equip students with social and emotional tools that will assist them inside and outside of the classroom using a blend of music, creative writing and the visual arts.
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Organizations I’ve Worked With
Client Perspectives
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"Jalen demonstrates a high level of understanding and competence in his field. His exemplary communication skills allow him to engage professionally in his relationships. In addition, Jalen’s program planning and management provide for ease of facilitation as a result of his organization skills. The research capabilities of Jalen shine through in his program content, which is of the highest caliber."
- Ken Colon
Out of School Youth Program Coordinator
Buffalo Urban League
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"Purchased the self awareness kit for my son. The kit gave my son a creative way to build his emotional skills."
Maya - Dallas, Texas
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Jalen has been a pleasure to work with and has made a significant impact on the teens he's worked with through our Young Generations program. Jalen has a talent for using the arts as a tool to connect with students and to allow them to open up to themselves and to each other.
- Allison Rabent
Director of Programs
Arts for Learning WNY
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(10 week) Urban League Y.O.L.O Emotional Intelligence Survey Scale
In collaboration with the Buffalo Urban League’s, You Only Live Once (YOLO) program we implemented a 10-week Emotional Intelligence summer program for 15 out of school at risk youth, ages 16 – 24. During the course of the 10-weeks we conducted a qualitative study measuring each student in the following areas: Self Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, and Relationship Management. Pre-Survey Data showed a strong sense of self-awareness when emotionally impacted by situations and challenges in their ability to manage themselves and relationships when triggered. At the conclusion of the program with 9 students remaining due to either expulsion or graduating early from the program, post survey results show a dramatic improvement in the four Emotional Intelligent quadrants across the board. Students stated that they noticed a significant decrease in emotional triggers, a better sense of control of their behaviors when facing conflicts and a more optimistic view of their future.
Presurvey
Post survey