Authored by: Captain SA | SA Rainbow News
Since March 2025, the Gauteng Young Vision (GYV) NPO, in collaboration with a powerful network of partners, has been leading a life-changing community outreach program at the Winnie Mandela Library in Tembisa. The initiative has brought together both youth and adults with a shared goal: to access opportunity, support, and the tools to change their lives for the better.
#CommunityEmpowerment #GYVOutreach2025
The program has been made possible through impactful partnerships with SA Rainbow News Media, Scelo Nkosi Consultants, 1Life, Boston College, the Department of Employment and Labour, Department of Social Development, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), SAPS, and the Winnie Mandela Library, which has played a central role in hosting the sessions.
Skills, Jobs & Financial Literacy in One Hub
One of the most valuable components of the outreach has been led by Scelo Nkosi Consultants, in partnership with 1Life and Boston College, who presented the Truth About Money campaign. This included a free one-day short course that empowered attendees with vital financial literacy, online learning tools, and life skills to help them take control of their personal finances.
Participants were guided through key topics like saving, budgeting, and long-term financial planning—many for the first time. Requirements included a smartphone, earphones, and a valid ID copy, which allowed full access to the program’s online components.
#TruthAboutMoney #FreeShortCourse #FinancialSkills
Real Support for Real Job Seekers
The Department of Employment and Labour has been actively involved since the start, assisting job seekers with:
- Database registration
- Filling in Z83 forms
- Career and job readiness support
Their presence ensured that young people left each session more prepared to access and secure employment. Many walked away with their CVs updated, new knowledge gained, and clear direction on where to go next.
#JobSupport #LabourDepartment #WorkReadyYouth
IEC Adds Opportunities Beyond the Ballot
Beyond elections, the IEC has engaged with attendees about job openings and small business opportunities connected to electoral events and community democracy initiatives. This has encouraged a new level of economic participation, particularly among youth and first-time voters, who now see the IEC not only as a voting body—but as a gateway to income and empowerment.
#IECJobs #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicParticipation
March to June 2025: A Journey of Impact
Since its launch in March 2025, the program has been smoothly coordinated and well-attended. Every session, workshop, and opportunity-sharing moment has been thoughtfully executed, thanks to the leadership of GYV and the dedication of its partners.
The consistent delivery of value to Tembisa residents—through job alerts, interviews, skills training, and access to essential services—has helped many take their first steps toward long-term independence.
#GYVImpact #ChangeInMotion #TembisaProgress
We Will Keep Connecting You
As Gauteng Young Vision, we want to emphasize that this is only the beginning. We will continue to network and connect you to opportunities—from government departments, private sector companies, educational institutions, and beyond. We are committed to helping you navigate your journey toward employment, growth, and self-reliance.
Stay connected with us on WhatsApp, where we post daily jobs and vacancies through SA Rainbow News.
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#OpportunitiesDaily #JobAlerts #StayConnected
Your Voice, Our Victory
We now kindly invite you to share your testimonial or feedback about the outreach experience. Whether you attended a session in March, April, May, or June—we want to hear from you! How did the program help you? What changes have you experienced?
📲 Send your story via WhatsApp: 081 375 3498
Your words may inspire others and affirm the power of this program.
#TellYourStory #GYVSuccess #CommunityVoices
With Deep Gratitude to Tembisa
We extend our heartfelt thanks to every youth, parent, job seeker, and professional in Tembisa who took the time to show up, participate, and grow with us. You are the heartbeat of this initiative, and it is your energy that drives us to keep moving forward.
Thank you for joining the SA Rainbow News Family, and for believing in change.
#ThankYouTembisa #SAFamily #YouthEmpowerment
Looking Ahead – We’re Just Getting Started
Gauteng Young Vision remains committed to finding better opportunities for you, our community. We will continue mobilizing resources, expanding partnerships, and opening doors so that no one is left behind.
Follow, share, and stay with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and WhatsApp.
Let’s keep building a community that grows together.
#GYVFuture #TogetherWeRise #BeTheChange
– Gauteng Young Vision & Elias Sibeko