To foster a generation of confident, capable, and career-ready South African youth, leading the way toward reduced unemployment and thriving communities.
To bridge the gap between potential and opportunity in under-resourced communities by empowering high school learners with the tools, knowledge, and mentorship required to reach beyond their environmental limitations.
Our activities include various events, such as masterclasses and career expos, that expose learners to a variety of professions, professionals, and post-matric study and skills training opportunities. We focus on personal development and self-identity as a catalyst for purposeful career planning from as early as Grade 8, teaching self-awareness, cultivating a growth mindset, resilience, and successful transition from school to the world of work. As we grow, we will expand our support to post-matric youth, including bursaries, scholarships, internships, and leadership training.
Palesa Monahadi
Managing Director
Dr. Maryke La Grange-Taylor
Director: Projects and Programs
Bontle Monahadi
Director: Compliance & Partnerships Coordination
Puleng Lenong
Director: Community Outreach
Sibongile Sithole
Fundraising and Stakeholder Management Lead
- Being. Belonging. Becoming.
- We celebrate the power of embracing uniqueness, fostering a sense of community, and honouring the lifelong journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
- Diversity
- Learning
- Community Building (Ubuntu)
- Growth
- Self-leadership
With over 45% youth unemployment nationally and a growing number of graduates entering the market, there is a critical mismatch between qualifications obtained and the skills needed in the economy. Poor career guidance at the school level leads many youth to make uninformed, costly decisions about their futures. We exist to guide youth toward informed career decisions, reducing risks and helping them change the legacies of poverty in their families.
Addressing youth unemployment through career guidance and mentorship
Personal growth and leadership development
