THE DRUMBEAT - october 2024 EDITION
Global Camps Africa equips South Africa’s vulnerable youth with the tools and knowledge to lead healthy, empowered lives and make positive impacts on their communities.
Report from the Field
Empowering the next generation to bank on themselves! Through our Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship Program (FLEP), Youth Clubs participants have been learning valuable financial management skills, including how to build and follow a budget, how to mitigate debt, how to start a business, and more.
Financial literacy is crucial for young South Africans as it equips them with the skills needed to navigate a rapidly changing economic landscape. With high unemployment rates, the rise of digital finance, and increasing living costs, understanding money management, budgeting, and smart investment is essential. Financial literacy empowers young people to make informed decisions, avoid debt traps, and build sustainable wealth, fostering economic independence. By learning to manage their finances early, our Youth Clubs participants can help drive economic growth and contribute to a more financially stable future for themselves and their communities.
Innovating through graphic design! At the Youth Club Innovation Space (YCIS), sponsored by Cisco, our campers learn a wide variety of technical skills. Most recently, they have been honing their graphic design skills through the popular platform, Canva.
Graphic design plays a pivotal role in empowering South African youth by fostering creativity, communication, and cultural expression. In a rapidly digitalizing world, understanding graphic design equips young people with essential skills that enhance their employability in various industries, from advertising to technology. It also provides a platform for them to voice their unique perspectives and experiences, contributing to a rich tapestry of local narratives. By embracing graphic design, our campers can harness their creativity to influence societal change, promote entrepreneurship, and connect with global audiences.
Planting the seeds of sustainability! Our younger campers in the Asikhulisane portion of Youth Clubs got to visit a local organic farm and learn about pollution, recycling, environmental sustainability, agriculture, and food processing and safety.
Teaching young children about the environment and the food they are consuming is essential in fostering a generation that values sustainability and healthy living. Early exposure to concepts like where food comes from, how it’s grown, and the impact of processing helps kids understand their role in caring for the planet. This awareness not only builds respect for nature but also encourages healthier eating habits and smarter choices. By learning how food and environmental health are interconnected, children become more conscious consumers and environmental stewards, ready to contribute positively to a sustainable future.
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