Posts by Ashling
Mandela Day – 18 July 2022
Compiled by Vusi N. Mjadu Every 18th of July, South Africans are called to make a difference in their communities, in honour of former South African president, Nelson Mandela. Izulu Orphan Projects and I Learn to Live – Ngifundela Ukuphila, did just that by hosting Mandela Day in Ndlangubo. The two organisations urged the community…
Read MoreMy life! My responsibility!
After the unprecedented July 2021 looting and unrest that hit our province of KZN, ILTL and partner NPO, Izulu Orphan Projects, knew that a knee-jerk reaction to resolve this ‘challenge’, was not sufficient. To truly understand why families might have involved themselves in the looting, an in-depth assessment was needed.
Read MoreGateway into Reading
78% of South African Grade 4 students cannot read for meaning. But what does that actually mean? It means less children staying in school and completing matric. Less children gaining access to further studies. Less youth able to apply for jobs The NEEMA Gateway into Reading program aims to ensure that every child can read,…
Read MoreDesigning for a better world
Environmental issues aren’t always a priority for rural children. But this doesn’t mean we can’t change that. Through Design Squad Global, we’re teaching children to look at what’s around them. There’s so much stuff they can use to create new and innovative things. Like making a pair of shoes made of cardboard and waste plastic,…
Read MoreOne foot forward
Every year, thousands of matriculants must register on the Central Application Office website. This is necessary to access a place at tertiary institutions. For most, this is a simple exercise. But for rural school children, who have no easy access to a computer and the internet. Additionally, most rural parents aren’t able to assist them.…
Read More