Investing in early childhood development ensures the protection and development of the children’s well-being and guarantees peace, security and prosperity for the community as a whole.

Many of our young people live in under-resourced and challenging communities and as a result, struggle to complete their education. Our Child and Youth Development Programme takes a holistic approach to supporting young people by address their psychological, physical, emotional and social needs. This, in the long run, contributes to changing their environments.

This programme is designed to assist with growth and maturity in personal decision making. The programme provides youth with sufficient tools and knowledge regarding careers and economic activity to facilitate the pursuit of their own aspirational career goals.

In order to break the cycle of poverty and reduce South Africa’s high unemployment rate, skills and enterprise development is critical in preparing the youth for career and entrepreneurial opportunities.

In line with Afrika Tikkun’s holistic approach to child and youth development, the core programmes are augmented by cross-cutting Support Services, which include: