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Young people with disabilities often find it challenging breaking into the workforce. Digital skills can drastically increase employability in these communities. A key goal behind #IYF’s #SkillsForSuccess programme. In recognition of #DisabilityAwarenessMonth 2023

SMME’s make up a substantial portion of South Africa’s GDP. All businesses contribute to the country’s economy no matter how small! #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether #Business #Entrepreneurship #EntrepreneurshipMonth #SMME #GDP #SmallBusiness

When entrepreneurs succeed, they create jobs and improve the livelihoods of their employees! Entrepreneurship is not just about your financial freedom, but the economic prosperity of others. #IYF #Entrepreneurship #EntrepreneurshipMonth #JobCreation #FinancialFreedom

IYF is dedicated to providing youth with resources, knowledge and industry access. The socio-economic prosperity of our future relies on how many young people we can equip with the right tools to succeed. #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether #Entrepreneurship #EntrepreneurshipMonth

South Africa has one of the highest rates of gender-based violence in the world. Stand up against violence against women in your immediate environment by calling out misogynist comments from friends, family and colleagues.#InternationalDayOfTolerance #NoExcuse #16DaysOfActivism

We often have great ideas on how to start a business - but it is important to assess whether your business is sustainable. This is why a BUSINESS PLAN that stretches for at least 1 year it vital before making a commitment to starting your business. #IYF #Entrepreneurship

Not only is it vital to acknowledge those who are affected by mental illness, but is is equally important to observe and nurture our own mental health. Follow our posts this week for more on managing your well-being. #IYF #MentalHealthMonth #WorldMentalHealthDay

#WorldTeachersDay Take a moment to think of how many teachers positively affected your life.
Our teachers are integral to our socio-economic development, which is why the IYF is committed to upskilling lecturers in the PSET Sector. #IYF #Teachers #ThoughtfulThursday

Heritage Day in SA presents an opportunity to celebrate the cultural wealth of the nation. #IYF aim to be a catalyst for change in many previously disadvantaged communities, creating an opportunity to celebrate a new form of heritage for the country.

Today on 1 September 2023, we celebrate all the women in cyber and cyber security, a sector that has traditionally been a male dominated industry. #IYF’s, Skills for Success, has been addressing this gap, currently, 80% of the programme’s enrolled learners are women.@Googleorg

The Green Transition will create over 8 million jobs by 2030 and they rely on the readiness of our youth. #IYF is up to the challenge. #InternationalYouthDay #InternationalYouthDa2023 #YouthDay #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether @Googleorg @ukinsouthafrica @DellFdn @DeBeersMO

Many first interviews are done online, but don’t think this means you don’t need to look good and competent. 1. Make sure your background is clean and tidy. 2. Light your face from the front e.g., sit facing a window. 3. Wear clothes that suit the position #IYF #JobPlacements

The IYF is committed to bridging the gender gap. For equity. For opportunity. And in celebration of all women. Happy Women’s Day. #IYF #WomensDay #WomensDay2023

Calling all entrepreneurs! The more diverse your workforce the more likely you are to capture new markets and new businesses! #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether #SkillsForLife #SkillsForSuccess #HighGear #WrapAroundWorkshops #Entrepreneurship #SkillsDevelopment #DeBeersGroup

#IYF S4L PTS for NATED facilitator training took place at #CapricornTVETCollege Thursday 20 July. #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether #JobCreation #Empowerment #Entrepreneurship #SkillsDevelopment @DeBeersMO @Capricorntvet

Today we recognise the legacy of Nelson Mandela. In celebration of a man who changed the world, #IYF plans to do the same. Nelson Mandela believed that education was our most powerful tool. A tool we could wield to change our world. #MandelaDay #TransformingLivesTogether

A 12% decrease in poverty translates to trillions of rands in global economic growth. And that’s just from attaining 100% literacy. South Africa has a literacy rate of 95%, so there’s still room for improvement. #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether #YouthMonth

You don’t need to get out the placards and paint the town with rainbows to be an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. You’re making a change just by being respectful, understanding and inclusive! #PrideMonth #BeAnAlly #TransformingLivesTogether #IYF

This #YouthDay, let us continue to galvanise our efforts to support, nurture and grow our #youth with better access to education, employment and economic growth opportunities. #IYF #YouthMonth #YouthDay2023

A 12% decrease in poverty translates to trillions of rands in global economic growth. And that’s just from attaining 100% literacy. South Africa has a literacy rate of 95%, so there’s still room for improvement. #SkillsForSuccess #IYF #TransformingLivesTogether #JobPlacement