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#ThinkingForward. We develop young South Africans in mathematics, robotics & coding, and create meaningful work for unemployed youth. #STEMeducation matters!

Johannesburg
Joined January 2011
Last year Butsha Ngani was a @Yes4YouthZA intern working as a maths educator assistant. This year she became a team lead on the NumberSense programme. Today she was an eloquent, enthusiastic and informative spokesperson on @SABCNews for #YouthDay. Brava! youtu.be/1IXigWWrCCE
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On #YouthDay2023 will you help us make a difference to SA youth to develop #JobSkills & #WorkReadiness? We're reclaiming maths learning in early grade classrooms country wide! We need #YouthEmpowerment partners to support our vital life-changing work! [email protected]
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Yay for #WorldMathsDay! When maths is a "fun and fearless" activity the chances of the next generation completing school, securing meaningful work and entering tertiary education vastly improves. Donate & make a difference to our work now: jumpstart.org.za/donate/ #MathsMatters
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On #InternationalEducationDay we need your help to continue our vital maths education work in South Africa. We have almost 180 formerly unemployed youth now teaching basic maths to Grade 1-3 learners in under-resourced classrooms country wide. #MathsMatters #YouthMatters
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Your investment in a long term solution helps young South Africans to complete school with a solid maths foundation. This empowers them to qualify and contribute meaningfully to the world of work. Donations welcome here: jumpstart.org.za/donate/ #YouthEmpowerment #YouthEmployment
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Zanele Skenjane's life changed when he became a maths tutor at Ukhanyiso Primary School.  "I was fascinated by the new learning methods Mrs Phakade showed me. I enjoy assisting learners, helping them improve their strong points and get to grips where they are insecure."
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Changes to  @myNSFAS  conditions now exclude support for 1st year students applying for B.Ed degrees. With your help, future teachers can get started on the path to qualification. Help via our funding partner,  @forgoodSA: forgood.co.za/donate/money/r… #MathsMatters #YouthMatters
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Yonela Mdodana, 32, started her YES4Youth journey when her son’s school was looking for tutors to help with NumberSense. After two phone calls and a trip to Butterworth to send some documents to the JumpStart offices, she was ready to go. 🧵(1/5)
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We have a chance to study further and get opportunities to apply for bursaries. I’m really enjoying my current work and will continue to love teaching in my future career.” 🧵(4/5)
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With partners like @lightstonetweet  and @Yes4YouthZA, we’re able to contribute to a better world. As an implementing partner, we can help you improve your ED and BBEEE scores. [email protected] to learn more. 🧵(5/5)
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Andile Malakuza (29) is working toward a Postgraduate Certificate in Education.   "Since starting on the JumpStart programme, I’ve gained skills as a presenter and educator. This has motivated me to register at Walter Sisulu University doing a PGCE.” he said.
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Educating future teachers should be a priority for all of us. Can you be part of a long-term solution for the country's future?  Check out our donations link via forgood: forgood.co.za/donate/money/r… #MathsMatters #YouthMatters #EducationMatters
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Lulama Ngunuza's @go2UJ acceptance arrived. He aims to complete an Honours in STEM Education. He says: "I long to see people from disadvantaged backgrounds, such as mine, flourishing & becoming highly-educated!" Help him fund his studies via @Feenix_org: feenix.org/student/4b9cd1e9f…
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This week we welcomed Beverly Langa and Itumeleng Moshao from @Yes4YouthZA. Proud to provide #SkillsDevelopment with Refinex and @OrangeCyberZA's support. Email [email protected] to be part of a long-term youth employment solution. #MathsMatters #YouthMatters
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Listen live tonight! @benzito772 and Lesego Maforah talk about the tech that is transforming maths education in early grade maths & impacting #YouthEmployment! Tune in at 10PM to @SAFMradio: safm.co.za/digital/player/1.… Share with your network. #MathsMatters #YouthMatters
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Today marks the 10th International Day of the Girl Child. Given the skills and the opportunities, they can be the changemakers driving progress in their communities. We stand - with and for girls - and invest in a future that believes in their agency, leadership, and potential.
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Mpelane Motloung is a beneficiary of the Bridge Bursary. "Now I can begin my degree!" she said. Educating future teachers should be a priority all year round. Can you be part of a long-term solution for our future? Donate via @forgoodSA: forgood.co.za/donate/money/r… #MathsMatters