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Child & youth Development Program

Our Tshepong Child and Youth Development Programs are of great importance, as we hope to mentor and influence the many children and youth in our community toward a brighter future. Daily interaction with our children and youth have a great impact in their lives! One word, one smile or one hug can create hope and encouragement.

One of the first programs launched by Tshepong Children's Project in 2008 was the DIC (Drop-in-Centre) program that aims to assist children after school with their home work and recreational activities. Since then our focus has adapted to meet the various needs of this age group, and many new extensions to the DIC program have been developed. All of these programs include a nutritional lunch meal or snack to support healthy physical development.

Current Child and Youth Development Programs
  • DIC (Drop-in-Centre) Program: Our daily DIC Program assists] more than 80 children with home work and recreational activities to encourage critical thinking, team work and FUN.
  • Reading Program: In partnership with our local government school, Naletsana Combined School, our DIC team weekly assist Gr.1-Gr.3 learners with the foundational elements necessary for reading.
  • Holiday Program: This program takes place during the June/July school holidays. More than 150 children join in the fun and we have an opportunity to positively influence our community's children.
Program Outcomes:
  • Children and youth are more self-aware and responsible.
  • Decision-making is influenced and attendance patterns show that children experience a place of belonging and trust.
  • Parents and caregivers testify to the positive changes in their children's attitude and overall functioning.
  • Development and better understanding is seen in the foundational elements of education that allow for further positive achievements in the school's curriculum.
  • Basic values and principles are established; such as timeliness, hygiene, neatness, good manners and respect.
  • Children and youth feel loved, understood and cared for!
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  • Drop In Centre
  • Road 2 Reading