South African comedian and the host of The Daily Show in America, Trevor Noah, has donated R8-million to a local project on behalf of the Trevor Noah Foundation and YouthBuild South Africa (YBSA).
The donation is to assist with the pressing issues surrounding impoverished communities throughout South Africa, of which one pressing issue is a shortage of physical infrastructure, hindering local’s ability to provide the necessary learning environment.
The donation will also further help connect YBSA graduates in underserved communities to work and self-employment in the construction, tourism, hospitality, and information and communications technology (ICT) sectors.
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Based in Soweto, YBSA partners with young people as they pursue their education, prepare for future careers and grow into community leaders, building brighter futures for themselves and their neighbourhood. Their overarching goal is to address school infrastructure needs, whilst supporting and developing the skills of unemployed youth between the ages of 17 and 29 who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) to improve their lives and communities.
According to President and CEO of YouthBuild USA, John Valverde, the YouthBuild movement equips young people with the necessary tools for long-term professional and personal success.
“In South Africa alone, more than 2,500 young adults have been served by YBSA, and this incredible partnership with the Trevor Noah Foundation will help them solidify their training and extend their reach even further,” Valverde said.
While the Trevor Noah Foundation currently impacts over 500 teachers, 6000 learners, and countless families within the communities, the goal is to reach 25 schools by the end of 2025.
“Today’s kids are told to be the leaders of tomorrow, but they’re not given the tools. I’m excited about this partnership with YouthBuild because we’re creating life-changing opportunities for South African youth. We all deserve to achieve our fullest potential no matter where we come from,”Noah indicated.
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