Kamo is a 20 year-old young man from Orange Farm. He joined the CYD programme, after working with Afrika Tikkun as a Peer Educator at his school in 2016. Kamo attends Duzenendlela (LSEN), School in Orange Farm. He describes being a peer educator as the greatest thing to happen in his life, because it has allowed him to speak to his peers about social issues, like sexuality and bullying. “Most of the young people, especially those with learning difficulties are not informed about their sexuality or are not even aware when they are bullied. So the platform has allowed me to teach them and I have also learnt a lot in the process”, Kamo said.
Kamo has grown to be popular in the Centre, since his arrival in 2017. He does not allow his disability to out shine his confidence. His favourite day at the Centre is Tuesday, when they do the “Care for Yourself” pillar, which includes exercising, running and walking. “I learn more about exercises and healthy food to eat, and I know being physically fit will benefit my health” he said.
When Kamo attended the holiday camp in December 2017, he did not hold back on anything. He did the obstacle course (those that he could), played volley ball and did running. He enjoyed himself immensely. He taught the other youth not to judge those who live with disabilities by just being himself and refusing to be limited by any activity and any life situation. He inculcates courage and hope in all youth.