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Be part of helping sustain a unique legacy that contributes to the creation of a just society.
The Southern African Association of Youth Clubs (SAAYC) is a registered youth development organisation that facilitates and implements integrated youth development programmes through collaboration with strategic partners for the benefit of young people in Southern Africa.
SAAYC serves as a cornerstone for youth development across South and Southern Africa by driving positive change aimed empowering young people to make a difference in their community.
This is done by working closely with local youth organisations and young community leaders to influence positive thinking, provide opportunities to young people, educate the youth when it comes to both social and practical skills; and help young people to help challenge the odds. We assist youth organisations and youth leaders through camps, skills development, mentorship and more.
By motivating, supporting and inspiring leadership behaviour in young people, SAAYC aims to develop the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow who will pay it forward and help uplift their peers and communities.
SAAYC provides training, mentorship and programme support to youth organisations, youth leaders, individuals, young professionals and youth workers.
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