The persistence of poverty is one of the most important and urgent questions facing South Africa
It influences and forms children from a very early age, and when they grow older it may manifest in violent behavior.
Coming to grips with these dynamics...
requires going beyond the limitations of conventional "sustainable livelihoods", and understanding the core, so we can empower where it is most effective - THE NEXT GENERATION.
True change can only happen from within. Therefore we always take hands with other NPO’s or key role players within communities, because :
- When a community serves itself it empowers, motivates and strengthens a community.
- We at Y 4 L understand that many of our vulnerable communities are like family and through serving each other, communities heal from within.
We focus on youth development. We offer weekly classes, youth leadership training, agriculture programs and have a holistic approach while reaching many different sectors. We also use our “Beat the Bully” program to address serious issues like GBV (Gender Based Violence), Bully Behavior in schools and in the working environment, through training and program implementation.
- We at Y 4 L believe in “doing with VS doing for”. Relationships in a community is key. Direct charity increases disability, when we do for those in need what they have the capacity to do for themselves, we disempower them.
- We bring solutions to basic needs –
- Family (love)
- Lighthouse ladies + groups (belong)
- Feeding (worth)
- We empower with purpose training and support.
- Our program is sustainable because we only develop what can be sustained.
- Connection in community brings change.
Bridge Builders = Sustainability
- We facilitate the process of change towards stability and restoration.
Join Our Facebook Page
We continued with our foundational scripture, 📖 Ephesians 6:10–16, where we learned about the Armour of God. We established that as God’s children, we are in a battle against the enemy, but with the Armour of God and God on our side, we are able to stand against attacks and overcome 🙌⚔️ It was so special to hear many of the boys say that they want to join the army one day to protect people from the “bad army” 🥹❤️ We also sang “Ek is Jesus se soldaatjie” and after today’s lesson, the song carried such a deeper and more meaningful message for all of us ✨🙏🏻 So grateful to see these young hearts growing stronger in faith and understanding God’s Word. #Youth4Life #ArmourOfGod #JesusSeSoldaatjie #GrowingInFaith #Ephesians6 #KingdomKids
The Nomzamo group completed Lesson 2 where we read and discussed: 📖 Luke 24:6 📖 2 Corinthians 5:17 We also took some time to reflect on Lesson 1 and everything we have learned so far. This week, we will continue reflecting on Lesson 2 and begin with Lesson 3 🙌📚🤍 #Youth4Life #NomzamoGroup #GrowingInFaith #BibleStudy #JesusLives
Last week we learned about the story of Noah’s Ark and how Noah was obedient to God 🙏📖 We spoke about how important obedience is and how things could have gone very differently for Noah and his family if he did not listen to what God asked him to do. We also reflected on how we are sometimes disobedient too, but even then, God still loves us unconditionally ❤️ 📖 Scripture: Genesis 6 After the lesson, I handed out goodies and the children were so grateful 🙌✨ We also did revision on everything we have learned so far as a little check-up 📚 After that, we started learning about the Fruits of the Spirit, focusing on Love ❤️ We spoke about what love means to them and discussed acts of love that we can show to the people around us. 📖 Scripture: Galatians 5:22 Looking forward to continuing next week and growing together in God’s Word ✨🙏 #Youth4Life #BibleStudy #NoahsArk #FruitsOfTheSpirit #Love #GrowingInFaith
Over the past two lessons, we learned such beautiful and powerful truths together ❤️📖 Last week’s lesson was “Spirit Glows – Love Grows” ✨ We learned that God sent His Holy Spirit to live with us, His people. For our love to grow, we need the Fruits of the Spirit 🍎❤️ We spoke about being kind even when it is difficult and how love grows when we share it with others. 📖 Scriptures: Acts 2:3–4 Galatians 5:22 The other lesson was “Earth Awaits / God Creates” 🌍✨ We learned that Jesus will come again and that God is not finished yet. He is creating a new world and new hearts. God always keeps His promises, and while we wait, we must live with hope and choose to do what is right 🙏🏻❤️ 📖 Scriptures: Revelation 21:5 Isaiah 65:17 So grateful for every lesson, every child, and every moment spent growing together in God’s Word ✨ #Youth4Life #BibleLessons #GrowingInFaith #FruitsOfTheSpirit #GodsPromises #HopeInJesus
Last week with the little ones, we finished their books because some of them missed a few classes and we don’t always get the opportunity to catch up, so we used this time to do so together 📖✨ We also spent some special time just talking and enjoying each other’s company. With the bigger group, they used their group time to help the little ones complete their books, showing such kindness and teamwork ❤️ The boys also took the initiative to help clean the garden since I don’t always get the chance to do it, and I truly appreciated their helping hands 🌱🙏🏻 So proud of this amazing Sir Lowry’s Pass group and the love, care, and support they show one another. #Youth4Life #SirLowrysPass #Leadership #GrowingTogether #FaithAndLove #Community
We wrapped up the initiative of our leadership training with the Firlands group ❤️🙌 A beautiful day filled with learning, creativity, and time in the Word 📖🎨 Seeing the children reading their Bibles, painting, and growing together has truly been special. We are proud of every child who participated and grateful for the journey of learning, leadership, and faith together ✨ #Youth4Life #FirlandsGroup #LeadershipTraining #GrowingInFaith #BibleStudy #FutureLeaders
Temperance Town's group lesson was all about the Armour of God 🛡️✨ We spoke about how Saul had a life-changing encounter with Jesus that caused him to become completely sold out for Christ. Through his journey, trials, and even his time in prison, he wrote many books of the New Testament to encourage and guide believers in their walk with God. We also learned about the Armour of God and had so much fun discovering the purpose and function of each piece! 📖⚔️ Growing together in faith, wisdom, and the Word of God 🙌❤️ #Youth4Life #ArmourOfGod #Discipleship #GrowingInFaith #JesusChangesLives #BibleStudy
What a blessed and insightful class with the Discipleship Group from Sercor Park 🙌📖 We learned about the 2nd hand and discussed the first 5 books of the Old Testament and the New Testament. So proud of everyone for participating, learning, and growing together in faith and understanding of God’s Word ❤️✨
Our expert team of Directors
Hettie Orffer
MADRI SCHUCH
ALMERO GREYBY
LIEZEL MCLENNAN
ASHWIN THEUNISSEN
MARIA
SIPHO
ENGILINE
