Education South Africa Project #12421

Empower youth through education in S.A

by IkamvaYouth

Project Report | Nov 28, 2024
November 2024 YellowBuzz

By Damien Buckton | Fundraising Officer

YellowBuzz Newsletter, November 2024

IkamvaYouth Diepsloot Attends Community Dialogue in Randburg

Learners from the IkamvaYouth Diepsloot Branch attended a dialogue session and camp at Sportpro SA Lodge & Accommodation in Randburg. The event hosted 40 learners from our IkamvaYouth Diepsloot Branch as well as 15 partner organisation representatives and 60 chaperones. The interactive sessions focused on critical topics such as online safety, youth wellbeing and leadership skills.

IkamvaYouth Chesterville and Umlazi Practice Laser Cutting

IkamvaYouth invests in tutor development, enhancing skills and empowerment. Recently, our IkamvaYouth Umlazi and Chesterville tutors partnered with Innovate Durban and participated in their laser cutting workshop at Innovate Co-Lab. This collaboration enhanced our tutors' technical skills and professional growth, ultimately boosting their confidence.

IkamvaYouth Ivory Park and Ebony Park Attend Rethink Rands Programme with MTN

Grade 10 and 11 learners from our IkamvaYouth Ebony Park and Ivory Park branches in Gauteng attended an innovative financial literacy initiative from Shine Solutions Programme named Rethink Rands. It was spear-headed by Primestars, supported by MTN and FNB. The aim of this initiative is to revolutionise financial education amongst South African youth and equip young people with essential financial skills.

Science in Action IkamvaYouth Masiphumelele Partners with Eh!Woza for Health Workshop

Grade 10 and 11 learners from our IkamvaYouth Masiphumelele Branch in the Western Cape, in partnership with Eh!Woza, attended an enriching health and science workshop. During the workshop, our learners were given a tour of the Desmond Tutu Health Foundation’s Aerobiology and Tuberculosis (TB) Research Unit exploring cutting-edge tools to detect TB aerosols. This groundbreaking research done by the foundation, advances TB control strategies and reduces community transmission.

Festive Season Wishes and Looking Forward to 2025

None of this would be possible without you. By investing in education and by directly funding 3737, you are not just supporting programmes—you are fueling hope, unlocking potential, and paving the way for a generation of young people to achieve their dreams.

As the festive season approaches, we wish you and your loved ones a time of peace, joy, and reflection. May it be a season of rest and renewal as we prepare to continue this important journey together in 2025.

Thank you for being an integral part of the IkamvaYouth family. Your support is changing lives, and for that, we are forever grateful!

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Aug 12, 2024
July 2024 YellowBuzz

By Damien Buckton | Fundraising Officer

HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR JULY 2024 NEWSLETTER

IkamvaYouth's Mandela Day Community Outreach

The IkamvaYouth Western Cape branch staff came out in numbers to visit Kayamandi High School in the Western Cape. The purpose was to assist learners at Kayamandi High School with applications to tertiary education institutions in South Africa. This outreach formed part of our 2024 Mandela Day initiative and was the second outreach programme in a series of four that the Western Cape team plans to do this year. We would like to thank our Western Cape team for their dedication and commitment to this initiative.

IkamvaYouth Nyanga Mentoring Programme with 2U

Our Nyanga branch is buzzing with excitement thanks to our incredible mentoring programme with 2U! This year's cohort is already making waves with sessions on exam prep, job shadowing, interview skills, and building powerful personal brands. Watching our learners grow in confidence and capability is truly inspiring. This partnership is more than just a mentoring programme; it's a launchpad for futures filled with limitless possibilities. We can't wait to see where this journey takes us! Thank you to everyone at 2U for your support.

IkamvaYouth KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng Community Clean-Up Initiative

Our incredible teams in Diepsloot and KwaZulu-Natal rolled up their sleeves and hit the ground running for Mandela Day! We traded textbooks for trash bags and transformed our communities into cleaner places. From the bustling streets of Diepsloot to the town of Tongaat, devastated by the recent tornado, our volunteers united together to spread some serious sunshine and restore hope through the power of paying-it-forward. Together with our partners at Shincheonji, we showed the people of Tongaat that they’re not alone in rebuilding their lives. Let's give a massive shoutout to our amazing staff and learners for making a real difference!

IkamvaYouth Western Cape Team In-Studio Interview on Expresso

Our Western Cape District Manager, Lungile and Masiphumelele Branch Intern Neli joined the Expresso team to chat about the work that we do as an organisation and how the IkamvaYouth after-school tutoring programme is improving educational outcomes for learners in South Africa. Watch the interview here

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Apr 18, 2024
March 2024 YellowBuzz

By Damien Buckton | Fundraising Officer

HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR MARCH 2024 NEWSLETTER

IkamvaYouth Skills Development Programme Update

In 2023 IkamvaYouth, piloted a Skills Development programme aimed at supporting young people (aged 18 to 35) who are not in education, employment or training (NEET).

The goal of this programme is to address youth unemployment by providing young people with skills, work experience and placement support into full time employment that is meaningful to them. Traditionally, IkamvaYouth focuses on after-school academic support for high school learners attending under-resourced schools. Whilst academic support is essential for learners to complete school with marks that allow them to study further or enter the workforce this does not guarantee that they will actually be able to go on to do this. Poverty and job scarcity are major stumbling blocks that young people face. Programmes such as our Skills Development programme seek to address these challenges and provide practical support for young people entering the job market.

The programme was launched in four provinces across South Africa: Limpopo, Gauteng, North West, and Western Cape. Approximately 200 students graduated in Information and Communications Technology, and Appliances and Cellphone repairs among others, at Centurion in Tshwane.

Youth Empowerment and Bridge to Tertiary Programme

Learners from our IkamvaYouth Atlantis Branch in the Western Cape who are part of the Newlands Rotary Club partnered with Cornerstone Institute to introduce the Youth Empowerment and Bridge To Tertiary Programme. This collaborative effort aims to address the pressing needs of previously disadvantaged youth by providing essential skills in computer literacy and academic proficiency, catalysing their entry into the world of work and higher education.

Community Collaborations Programme Partner Feature: Diakonia AIDS Ministry

Meet our Community Collaborations Partner! Introducing Diakonia AIDS Ministry, one of our valued partners spearheading an after-school programme in Jabavu, Soweto. Their initiatives encompass academic support, food security initiatives such as their food garden, HIV/AIDS support programmes, and psychosocial assistance. As their academic programme gains momentum, evidence-based research demonstrates that learners benefit from working in small groups, fostering improved peer interaction and peer learning opportunities.

Employee Volunteering

IkamvaYouth runs Employee Volunteering initiatives for companies that are looking to give back. Employees can volunteer as tutors through our after-school programme at our branches and support learners with their homework. As a tutor in our programme, you can make a real impact on the lives of learners from disadvantaged communities and build their dreams by not only assisting them with school work but also by being a role model.

If you would like to know more, please contact our Fundraising Coordinator, Natasha at :natasha@ikamvayouth.org

Earn BBBEE Points By Partnering with IkamvaYouth

We would like to work with you to ensure you seamlessly receive the full benefit of your donation! You have the ability to transform lives with your donation while also receiving a financial benefit for your business. When donating to IkamvaYouth you will receive your Section 18a tax benefit or improve your

B-BBEE score by earning Skills Development, Socio-Economic Development or Supplier Development points.

Here's how we can assist you with your Scorecard:

Skills Development: The measurement of the extent to which employers carry out initiatives designed to develop the competencies of Black employees and Black people internally and externally. IkamvaYouth has set up internships and training (including vocational, digital and work readiness) which represents an opportunity for your company to earn Skills Development points.

Socio-Economic Development: This involves contributions to projects and initiatives that benefit local communities and promote social development. Examples of support include financial grants; direct cost incurred supporting the SED beneficiary and provision of professional services.

Supplier Development: Encourages organisations to support and invest in Black-owned businesses and suppliers. If your business implements part of your Skills Development plan through IkamvaYouth, you can qualify for Supplier Development points.

If you would like to know more, please contact our Fundraising Coordinator, Natasha at :natasha@ikamvayouth.org

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