Meet the Team
The Youth Leadership Programme is championed by Chumani Nkwinti and Zamajozi Sithole. They joined the Fund in 2019 through the Youth Leadership Secretariat internship project. They are very passionate about children and youth related matters and together they bring a valuable combination of skills to serve children and youth.
Zamajozi Sithole BA Psych Cum Laude (NMMU) Founder of Umthombo weMfundo Foundation, Advisory Board member of GirlDreamer Passionate about youth development and social entrepreneurship Role Models include the former first Lady of USA, Michelle Obama, and former AU Youth Envoy, Aya Chebbi |
Chumani Nkwinti BA Psychology Honours (Rhodes University) Traversing Liminality class’ 2021 Passionate about Children and Youth’s Mental Health and a believer of volunteerism Role Model: Oprah Winfrey |
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MISSION "A collection of young leaders and alumni across South Africa and Southern Africa who are actively involved in solving society's challenges, promoting social justice and driving positive social change. These leaders are critical thinkers and influencers who are active members and contributors to the programme and who are key to driving Africa forward" |
VISION "To become a Globally Recognised Children and Youth Leadership Programme focused on imparting Mandela's Values." |
The Youth Leadership Programme has been focused on advocacy and lobbying, with an emphasis on mobilising children and youth towards driving positive social change
The Children’s and Youth Leadership Programme has two initiatives and YLP alumni:
The Children’s and Youth Leadership Programme has two initiatives and YLP alumni:
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Nelson Mandela Children’s Parliament
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This is an annual event which engages children and youth about politics, the spheres of government and allows children and youth to lobby and advocate their issues in a safe environment.
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Efeng Bacha: Youth advisory board
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Coming soon
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Youth Ambassadors
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