An entrepreneurial programme for youth in the greater Table View area will be launched tomorrow, Youth Day, to equip local youth with the requisite set of skills to become cutting-edge entrepreneurs.
The launch takes place at headquarters of the Table View Angels in Bloubergstrand.
“The programme is called Youth Ignite and with the programme we aim to provide and cultivate potential in our youth to make a sustainably positive change in our community. The objective of the tailor-made programme is to drive entrepreneurship in the youth sector and with the skills and knowledge learned and practically run-on youth empowerment it will bring significant changes to our local community,” says Ankarien Oelofse, founder and CEO of Table View Angels.
According to her this empowerment is done by supporting young entrepreneurs in developing their collective community upliftment business idea, business model, structuring their business plan as well as other pertinent business development areas.
Graduates of the one-year Youth Ignite programme will receive their Entrepreneurial Certificate which will increase their potential to own and run their companies with confidence, realizing tangible business success.
One of the biggest advantages of getting started with entrepreneurship at a young age is the opportunity to learn important skills such as teamwork, networking, problem-solving, critical thinking, innovation and self-discipline. All these skills can help in school performance and later in life.
Entrepreneurship education aids students from all socioeconomic backgrounds to think outside the box and nurture unconventional talents and skills. It creates opportunities, ensures social justice and installs confidence, she says.
Training support will be provided to beneficiaries focusing on the following development areas: Core Skills Training, Technical Training, Digital Training, Health & Safety Training.
Youth must be between the ages of 13 and 19 and live in Greater Table View and surrounding area.
“The reason why your teen should apply is because the programme aims to provide youth with insight into owning or running businesses and pursuing further studies. It grants our youth opportunities to choices and exposure to the working environments through mentors from the business sector.
Having a core group of 10 youths, we also aim to assist with any emotional or therapy help they need with one of our therapists on the team. The opportunity to build friendships is valuable and through practical and informative outings, we are sure strong bonds will be formed,” Oelofse says.
Group meetings will be held every second Monday. This excludes group outings.
For more information contact Ankarien Oelofse on 071 407 5445 or email ankarien@tableviewangels.co.za.
