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Speaking Up at Work: Building a Culture of Openness and Mental Wellness at SAAYC
By Mr. Teboho Kwenda, SAAYC Programmes Coordinator Workplaces are often viewed through the lens of productivity, targets, and outcomes, but behind every task is a
Breaking the Silence: Why Youth Voices Matter in Mental Health Awareness
By Miss Kwanele Myeni, SAAYC Programmes Coordinator Mental health is one of the most pressing yet under-discussed issues facing youth today. Silence and stigma have
From Past to Present: Youth as Custodians of South Africa’s Living Heritage
By Mr. Tshidiso Motaung, SAAYC Board Chairperson “Heritage” is typically envisioned through monuments, museums, and historical sites. However, heritage is much more vibrant than that.
Building Bridges, Not Barriers: How SAAYC Champions Nation-Building Through Youth
By Mr. Jeff Mkhwanazi, SAAYC Executive Director The history of South Africa is filled with a vibrant story of resilience, unity, and struggle. However, we
Beyond the Hashtag: What Empowerment Really Looks Like for Young Women in South Africa
By Noma Handa, SAAYC Executive Assistant “Empowerment” has become a universal concept in our increasingly hyperconnected world. It has made its way into the hashtags
Leading with Purpose: Women at the Helm of Youth Empowerment
By Ntombi Khumalo, SAAYC Board Member Within youth development, the term leadership has often resonated with male voices, male authority, and male definitions of success.