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Programme

Youth
Empowerment

Leadership, mentorship and career readiness for young people across KwaZulu-Natal. We invest in the next generation of community leaders.

500+
Youth Reached
Annually across KZN
85%
Employment Rate
Programme graduates
12
Partner Schools
Active partnerships
40+
Mentors
Volunteer professionals
What We Aim For

Programme Objectives

01

Leadership Development

Equip young people with leadership skills, confidence, and the mindset to become change-makers in their communities.

02

Career Readiness

Prepare youth for the world of work through CV writing, interview skills, and professional development workshops.

03

Mentorship Networks

Connect young people with experienced mentors from diverse professional backgrounds for sustained guidance.

04

Life Skills Training

Build resilience, financial literacy, communication, and decision-making skills for lifelong success.

How We Work

Key Activities

Leadership Bootcamps

Intensive 3-day residential camps focused on leadership, teamwork, and personal growth.

Mentorship Circles

Monthly group mentorship sessions pairing youth with industry professionals.

Career Expos

Annual career fairs connecting youth with employers, universities, and bursary providers.

Life Skills Workshops

Weekly workshops covering financial literacy, communication, and goal-setting.

Youth Awards

Annual recognition programme celebrating outstanding youth achievements in the community.

Reading Clubs

Community reading clubs fostering a culture of learning and intellectual curiosity.

Real Impact

Beneficiary Stories

Before joining the programme, I had no direction. The mentorship I received helped me secure a bursary and I am now studying Engineering at UKZN. Khubazi changed my life.
SD
Sipho Dlamini
Age 22 · Umlazi, Durban

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