We are dedicated to inspiring our orphans and young people

WHO WE ARE

Yatima Foundation primarily works with the Village Chiefs and community leaders to access the communal land and already-established schools and address the specific needs of the children they serve.

Strong collaborative partnerships help to ensure program quality and sustainability by leveraging the assets of the school, family, and community to support student success and opportunities for lifelong learning.

At Yatima Foundation, we hope to significantly touch the young lives of these orphans and vulnerable youth through the projects and programs we provide, hence alleviating poverty and inequality in South Africa.

Our VISION, MISSION, VALUES

— Our Vision

Our vision is to ensure that our children and youth in the impoverished rural areas live purposeful, healthy, productive and engaged lives.

— Our Mission

The Foundation’s mission is to impact young lives positively!

– For young people who lack access to positive people and settings, youth development programmes could potentially represent a primary source of positive developmental opportunities and experiences.

– Improving mental health though psycho-social support programmes is likely to boost engagement in education and employment, and improve economic opportunities for people living in poor communities.

— Our Values

The incorporation of most elements from the USAID framework form a major part of our values.

SOURCE: A FRAMEWORK TO MEASURE POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT – USAID