Siyakhula Youth Leads the Change is a dedicated and passionate nonprofit organization committed to youth empowerment and alleviating unemployment among young people in South Africa.
Our mission is to equip and inspire the youth with the necessary skills and support to become successful entrepreneurs and embrace opportunities in the digital transformation era.
Through our school interventions, we work closely with learners in both secondary and high schools, providing comprehensive training in entrepreneurship and digital transformation. Recognizing that early intervention is key, we empower young students with skills and knowledge that go beyond the traditional curriculum, cultivating innovation, creativity, and an entrepreneurial mindset from a young age.
For those young individuals leaving school, we offer targeted training programs that prepare them for the ever-evolving job market. By equipping them with digital skills and exposing them to the potential of entrepreneurial ventures, we empower them to navigate the dynamic economic landscape and create their own opportunities.
Mentorship and coaching play a vital role in our organization. We believe in the power of guidance and support, and thus offer one-on-one mentoring and coaching to each of our participants. Our experienced mentors provide invaluable insights, advice, and encouragement, guiding young individuals in their personal and professional development.
Alleviating Unemployment - Empowering Youth with Skills for a Thriving Future.
To empower African youth through comprehensive skills development programs that promote entrepreneurship and innovation, ultimately enabling them to address and reduce unemployment.
1. Skills Development:
- We provide targeted training in high-demand skills areas like digital literacy, technical trades, and entrepreneurial leadership.
- We have developed workshops focusing on critical and innovative thinking, self leadership, mastery and professional impressions.
2. Entrepreneurial Support:
- Establish an incubation hub for young entrepreneurs to develop business ideas.
- We provide mentorship from industry leaders and access to business start-up tools and other incubation programs.
3. Community Engagement:
- We partner with local businesses for internship and apprenticeship opportunities in previously disadvantaged communities to provide work readiness initiatives.
- We organize and host community forums and networking events to foster collaboration.
4. Advocacy and Awareness:
- We promote the importance of skills development in economic discussions through carefully curated thought leadership dialogues and events.
- We campaign and contribute for policy changes that support youth-led enterprises.
1. Innovate to Lead Workshops:
- We host bi-monthly workshops that provide hands-on training in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, self mastery, unleashing human potential, Long lasting perfect impressions and sustainable practices.
2. Siyakhula Start-up Challenge:
- We have the annual competition where youth can pitch entrepreneurial projects to a panel of judges and win seed funding.
3. Digital Resource Library Application:
- We will develop an online platform with resources, tutorials, and e-learning courses accessible to all participants.
4. Siyakhula Mentorship Program:
- We pair young adults with mentors from various industries for ongoing personal and professional development for a duration of 12 months.
5. Siyakhuluma - Let’s talk conversations series:
We host quarterly thought leadership conversation on matters affect youth, with leaders and policymakers in order to address systematic barriers affecting young people in the country.
6. Annual Youth Leadership Hike
We encourage youth to connect with nature and prioritize their health, while giving them exposure to different environments and ways of life.
Unlocking the power of authenticity is your secret weapon for creating lasting impressions that resonate and engage. Authenticity isn’t just a trait—it’s a practice that demands self-awareness, respect for others, and sincerity in every gesture and word. Join session to learn more:
Date: 29 July 2025 | Time: 10:00 - 11:30
Online: MS Teams
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