JUMP START
Growing up in the rural Eastern Cape has many limitations, one of which is access to skills training.
In 2014 The Jabulani Rural Health Foundation birthed Jump Start, a 9 month, skills development programme based in Zithulele Village on the Wild Coast of South Africa.
It was setup to be able to provide exposure to a wide range of skills for post-matrics who wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity, as well as to develop character, self-worth and confidence.
The course covers 4 areas:
- Business/Academic
- Social
- Skills/DIY
- Physical
In 2014 The Jabulani Rural Health Foundation birthed Jump Start, a 9 month, skills development programme based in Zithulele Village on the Wild Coast of South Africa.
It was setup to be able to provide exposure to a wide range of skills for post-matrics who wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity, as well as to develop character, self-worth and confidence.
The course covers 4 areas:
- Business/Academic
- Social
- Skills/DIY
- Physical
Business/Academic
The Business/Academic component provides a solid grounding in professional skills. These include: computer skills, development and implementation of small business models, career guidance, interview skills, finance and budgeting, marketing, time-management and writing applications and CVs.
In the afternoons, participants work for the hospital or one of the NGO’s based in the village. They are responsible for various tasks and as a result, gain experience, learn to be accountable and how to conduct themselves in the workplace, as well as have an added bonus of being able to earn some money.
In the afternoons, participants work for the hospital or one of the NGO’s based in the village. They are responsible for various tasks and as a result, gain experience, learn to be accountable and how to conduct themselves in the workplace, as well as have an added bonus of being able to earn some money.
Social
The Social component contains skills that are often assumed to have been cultivated at home or in the school environment. But these “soft” skills that often get overlooked, are so important to help develop character, maturity, identity, values and a more grounded world view. The social component includes: Bible study, The Alpha Course, black consciousness, book reviews, community service, cooking lessons, environmental education, ethics, event organising, HIV / AIDS workshop, first aid course, photography, public speaking, team work, leadership skills, music appreciation and chess.
Trade/DIY
The Skills/DIY component covers hands-on modules such as; Carpentry, basic vehicle maintenance, workshop tools, sustainable agriculture, plumbing and electrics. Regardless of whether the participants progress onto further training is these sectors, the skills acquired are very beneficial to have in one’s personal life.
Physical
The physical component helps participants push themselves and their physical boundaries, helps them conquer their fears, develop endurance, perseverance, trust and team working skills, as well as increasing their fitness. Activities include; Weekly exercises, abseiling, hiking, kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, life-saving, orienteering, running, slack-lining and tubing.
Past and current participants have also been involved in various community service projects, such as; litter pick-ups, fixing old classrooms, constructing jungle gyms at a preschool, working in the HIV clinic, coaching touch rugby, planting indigenous trees, teaching basic first aid, helping at soup kitchens, assisting at kids clubs, translating, and repairing wheelchairs to name but a few.
A major strength of the programme is the collaboration with other NGOs in the area, such as Axium who work with learners between grade 5 and 12 and are therefore able to recommend prospective participants who have great potential but limited opportunities.
We truly believe in the positive impact of this programme. The transformation of the participants is clearly evident and it is encouraging to have success stories coming out of the rural Eastern Cape.
To see details, testimonies and what past students are up now, to click here.
A major strength of the programme is the collaboration with other NGOs in the area, such as Axium who work with learners between grade 5 and 12 and are therefore able to recommend prospective participants who have great potential but limited opportunities.
We truly believe in the positive impact of this programme. The transformation of the participants is clearly evident and it is encouraging to have success stories coming out of the rural Eastern Cape.
To see details, testimonies and what past students are up now, to click here.