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Fighting fit These residents from Bonteheuwel are ready to go out into the communi ty and tackle some serious social issues. They recently completed a sixday course presented by Early Years Services on substance abuse and Foetal Alchohol Syndrome. They are seen here with facilitator Nerine Grainger, centre, and will be able to host workshops with schools and youth organisations in the area. Further information from 072 060 3192 or 021 637 8158. PHOTO: GARY VAN DYK
Lottering also added that some of the basic services were not delivered in the area. “The people have complained that the dirt is sometimes not collected in the area, and most of the washing lines that should be provided have all broken. “People have put up their own but it is not enough for everybody, which leads to problems when everybody tries to use the existing lines at the same time.” Lottering added that while drug-abuse and crime were also a major dilemma in the area the people feel that they are neglected insofar the repairs and upgrading of these flats are concerned. “They need something to be proud of but they can’ be proud of these flats that are just falling apart - it leads to other problems. This time around we don’t want promises - we want action!”
‘Born Frees’ hear of legacy GARY VAN DYK @gvdcapejazz
Two community workers are taking it upon themselves to take the message of responsibility to the generation of “Born Free’s” in Bellville South. Dhakir Christians and David Maritz have taken their programme to schools and youth organisations, where they speak to youth about how they can contribute to a better future in their communities. They recently took time to speak to learners at Kasselsvlei High where they addressed the youth about the opportunities that are there for them in a new South Africa. Christians explained that Born Free’s are those born after the apartheid era or just before it ended. “We have to tell them of the legacy of apartheid that existed before
they were born,” he explained. “They must know about the uprisings of the youth in 1976, the part that youth played in the struggle and how it is now time that they must play a part in preserving that freedom. “They learn about it in history, but what we want to do is give them the perspective of people who lived through those times.” Christians also pointed out to the youth that Born Free’s make up 40% of our population, according to census figures. “There’s a lot of criticism against this new generation. Many see them as apathetic and apolitical, unaware of the history of the struggle that made our lives better. “They must be made aware of the legacy of Nelson Mandela, be motivated by it, and be prepared to play their part in their communities.
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Workshop teaches you to find a job YoungPeople@Work, will be hosting a Youth Empowerment Week at Ravensmead High School on 12, 13 and 14 March. Unemployed youth will be trained in professional job seeking skills, how to design a CV, interview skills, networking, doing job research, leadership and a host of other skills. Those without CV’s will be assisted by YP@W volunteers. Various partners will be present to offer job and training opportunities such as Dreamworker, Jobstart, UWC, Career Planet, RLabs and the Department of Labour. The workshops start at 10.00 am to 2.00 pm everyday. V For bookings send an sms to Shirley at 074 350 8582 or email youngpeo ple.za@gmail.com.