Currently, communities witness young people complete matric, while some do not, become economically inactive and reliant on government grants or subsidies. Unfortunately, the youth often find themselves recruited by criminal syndicates that endanger their lives and the communities they live in, or fall victim to drug abuse.

Therefore, the career expo and follow-up workshops will provide a comprehensive platform for skill development (in financial literacy, ICT training, Mental health improvement/empowerment techniques, HIV prevention literacy, skills for building successful careers and life after matric), career guidance, and continuous support. The youth career expo will significantly improve the prospects of young people living in the townships and surrounding communities, fostering a sense of empowerment, resilience, and readiness for the future, ensuring they are well-prepared for life beyond grade 12.

Benefits of Attending & Participating: 

1. Financial Literacy lessons in follow-up workshops will include:

• Budgeting and Saving: managing their finances effectively to build a sustainable financial future after matric.

• Investing: Introduction to basic investment principles.

• Debt Management: Understanding credit, building a good credit score, and managing debt responsibly.

2.  ICT Training:

• Digital Literacy: Essential computer skills and online safety.

• Advanced ICT Skills: conducting online academic research, and other relevant tech skills.

• Use of Educational Technology: Leveraging technology for academic success.

3. Career Guidance:

• Industry Insights: Direct interaction with industry professionals for real-world insights.

• Mentorship Programs: Long-term mentoring relationships with professionals.

• Exploring Opportunities: Understanding various career paths and required qualifications.

• ONLINE TERTIARY APPLICATIONS: OUR TEAMS will assist learners APPLY TO 30 TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS & 50 BURSARIES FOR EACH LEARNER to increase their prospects.

4. Continuous Support:

• Support Networks: Building a community of support among peers and professionals.

• Resource Access: Continuous access to educational and career resources.

• 4th Industrial Revolution Readiness: Encouraging a mindset of continuous learning and adaptation.

• Equitable Access: Ensuring all youth, regardless of background, have access to these opportunities.

• Community Strengthening: Building stronger, more resilient communities through collective empowerment.

5. Mental Health Improvement/Empowerment Techniques:

• Stress Management: Techniques to handle academic and personal stress.

• Mindfulness and Well-being: Promoting mental health and emotional well-being.

• Resilience Building: Developing coping strategies to overcome challenges.