YLC IDEAL Programme

Meet the Young Leaders Connect IDEAL 2026 Committee. Leading the way in Impact that Transforms #Harnessing Collective Power#ImpactThatTransforms #CollectivePower#YLCIDEAL#IWFSA

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You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions about the nomination process and hear from past winners as they share their experiences. Let’s connect, learn, and get ready to celebrate impact. Hosted by Nwabisa Matyumza, IDEAL Summit and Awards Lead.

Join us for the Annual IDEAL Awards Roadshow 📅 Thursday, 23 April 2026 ⏰ 18:00 – 18:45 (SAST) This interactive session will give you a deeper understanding of the IDEAL Awards, spotlighting each category so you know exactly what each award represents.

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ONLINE WORKSHOP ALERT Join YLC IDEAL Entrepreneur Pillar with Savannah Cozzi & Atlehang Ramathesele for an empowering session on: ✨ Networking ✨ Personal Branding ✨ Positioning for Entrepreneurs Friday, 17 April 2026 10h00 – 12h00 RSVP on the link to secure your spot

Here’s to building, lifting, and becoming together. #HarnessingCollectivePower #ImpactThatTransforms #CollectivePower #YLCIDEAL #Impactthattransforms

We were reminded that transformation is not just personal it’s collective. It’s in the people who teach us, support us, and walk the journey with us. A special thank you to our sponsor, @StandardBankZA , represented by Zanele Mabena.

What an inspiring evening. Our fireside chat with Funeka Montjane left us reflecting deeply on growth, courage, and the power of community. From being reminded to speak up even in rooms that make us uncomfortable, the conversation challenged us to think beyond comfort and step

Grateful for the insight, the challenge, and the reminder of what true leadership looks like. A special thank you to Rand Merchant Bank our sponsor, represented by Aluwani Thenga, for making this impactful engagement possible. @RMB

Being the first is not the goal — opening the door for others is.” We had the privilege of engaging in a powerful conversation with Prof Bonang Mohale on his book Coming in from the Cold. One message stood out deeply: 
When you are blessed to step into spaces many who look

#ImpactThatTransforms #CollectivePower #YLCIDEAL #IWFSA #studentchapter

at Durban University of Technology. This expansion strengthens our mission to connect, develop, and empower the next generation of student leaders across campuses. The movement continues to grow. #HarnessingCollectivePower

Our network of young leaders continues to grow Young Leaders Connect – IDEAL Student Chapter is already active at University of Johannesburg, University of Venda, Sefako Makgatho University and Tshwane University of Technology We’re proud to announce its official registration

The boldest leaders build bridges, not walls. Every woman lifted creates room for the next. Here's to progress together. Happy International Women's Day. #HarnessingCollectivePower #ImpactThatTransforms #CollectivePower #YLCIDEAL #IWFSA

Young Leaders Connect IDEAL proudly congratulates Ms Tryphosa Ramano , our esteemed Patron, on receiving an Honorary Doctorate Conferral from the University of Johannesburg. Your vision and dedication continue to inspire us all. #HarnessingCollectivePower#ImpactThatTransforms

As we step into 2026, the YLC community continues to harness collective power to drive impact that truly transforms. #HarnessingCollectivePower#ImpactThatTransforms#CollectivePower#YLCIDEAL#IWFSA

• Insights from our 2026 Budget Speech discussion on how fiscal policy impacts South African women
• Welcoming the remarkable Cohort 6 of IDEAL mentees rewriting their family histories as the #FirstInMyBloodline
• Spotlighting women entrepreneurs transforming our economy

The February edition of the YLC IDEAL Newsletter – Impact That Transforms is here. linkedin.com/posts/ylcideal… In this issue, we celebrate inspiring leaders and powerful stories shaping our future: 
• Celebrating trailblazing leaders like Ms Tryphosa Ramano and Ms Shirley Machaba