Moreover, through active citizenship seminars, the organization aims to restore power back to young people. This NPO believes that young people need to be masters of their own destiny by being active and aims to equip young people with the necessary tools to be able to empower themselves and their communities. Through the food security projects, it teaches peo-
ple (youth in particular) how to grow their own food in small spaces. They believe that by doing so, food insecurity can be alleviated. YMU will also be working with other organisations such as the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) and Parents Against Drug Abuse (PADA) in various projects that are beneficial to the community.
Moreover, it will also be opening up membership to the public which will give young people that have always wanted to make a difference, but never got the opportunity, a platform where they can impact the lives of others. Their long term goal is to expand throughout South Africa and make their impact felt throughout the entire country.
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