YLC Episode 10-Summer Jam 2023
2023-02-20 – An episode detailing the feedback from the students who attended the Summer Jam Programme and Volunteers who taught at the Programme. Enjoy!
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View photos and videos from our programmes, student testimonials, and highlights from The Mamelodi Initiative’s work.
Summer Jam 2023 Fun Walkthrough
2023-01-09 – A fun walkthrough of the Summer Jam 2023 programme highlights.
YLC Episode 9 - Women’s Month
2022-08-30 – Celebrating the excellent women of Mamelodi during Women’s Month.
YLC Episode 8 - Winter Jam
2022-07-23 – Highlights from the 2022 Winter Jam programme - learning and fun in action.
YLC Episode 7: Gender-Based Violence Awareness Workshop
2022-05-23 – Youth Leadership Council (YLC) Leaders partner with Girls for Girls (G4G) to facilitate a gender-based violence (GBV) awareness workshop for high school stud...
YLC Episode 6: The secret to doing well in Matric.
2022-02-08 – A Matric learner with 7 distinctions shares her secrets to success, plus volunteers discuss making a difference in Mamelodi.
YLC Episode 5 - Menstrual Hygiene
2021-12-07 – Partnering with Girls for Girls (G4G) to educate young girls on menstrual hygiene and tackle period poverty in our communities.
YLC Episode 4 - Exploring Kasi Strategic Thinking
2021-07-30 – Exploring the origins of The Mamelodi Initiative with founding volunteers and their inspiring stories.
YLC Episode 3 - Exploring Youth Day eKasi
2021-06-25 – Former activist Edwin Smith shares his experience growing up during Apartheid and offers wisdom for today’s youth.
YLC Episode 2 - Exploring Kasi Entrepreneurship
2021-06-10 – Local entrepreneur Kagiso shares his story, and youth in Mamelodi share their views on entrepreneurship.
YLC Episode 1 - Exploring Leadership (Freedom Month)
2021-04-09 – The Youth Leadership Council (YLC) explores youth leadership in our communities with Godwin Ndabandaba. Plus reflections on Freedom Day.
Stationery Drive
2021-02-16 – 250 learners received stationery to start the school year strong, supporting families who cannot afford basic supplies.
Food For Thought
2020-11-12 – Food Drive reached 125 families across Mamelodi, feeding over 628 individuals and bringing hope during the pandemic.
The Mamelodi Initiative e-Kasi LearnIN Program
2020-11-11 – Academic support program harnessing the power of technology to enhance learning in underprivileged communities.
Summer Jam 2019 Afternoon Fun
2019-01-31 – At The Mamelodi Initiative we are not only serious with our academics but we know how to have fun too.
The Mamelodi Initiative Summer/Winter Jam 2018
2018-07-31 – Holiday programmes providing academic support and enrichment for 200-400 high school learners in Mamelodi.
From Student to Teacher: A Full Circle Journey
2013-08-01 – Meet Given Letsau, a Mamelodi youth who has now become a university student and returned to volunteer as a teacher with the Mamelodi Initiative.
Why Education?
2013-07-31 – As of 2013, few South African students possess the skills necessary to qualify for university. Let’s change that together.