Funding & Sponsorship Proposal
Work Readiness, AI Skills and Psychosocial Support Programme for 100 young and unemployed community members in Soweto and surrounding communities.
Empowered youth. Stronger communities. Real skills. Better opportunities. Brighter futures.
Practical skills for a stronger future.
This proposed five-day programme brings together employment preparation, responsible AI skills, psychosocial support and direct access to opportunities.
It is designed for 100 young and unemployed people in Soweto and surrounding communities, organised into four breakaway groups of 25.
Prepare. Skill up. Care. Connect.
Four interconnected pillars designed to improve readiness, confidence and access to opportunities.
CVs, cover letters, interviews, workplace rights, money skills and finding opportunities.
Be ready. Be confident.Hands-on responsible AI use to build CVs, research employers, practise interviews and plan a business idea.
Learn. Create. Grow.Confidential support desk, resilience and wellbeing sessions, safe referral pathways, and 30- and 90-day aftercare.
Support. Heal. Thrive.Careers and Opportunities Expo connecting learners with funders, employers, SETAs and training providers.
Networks. Opportunities. Futures.Invest in 100 young lives.
Support the essential resources needed to deliver the proposed programme.
Facilitation & Materials
- Facilitators
- Learning materials
- Project management and administration
Venue & Equipment
- Venue hire
- Equipment
- Technical support
Breakfast, Lunch & Refreshments
- Meals and refreshments
- Healthy food options
Goodie Bags
- Backpacks or bags
- Stationery
- Useful items for beneficiaries
Delivery at a glance
Programme details
Dates: 7–11 December 2026
Area: Soweto and surrounding communities
Participants: 100 youth and unemployed community members
Format: Five-day programme, four groups of 25, three professionals on site
Beneficiary readiness
According to the proposal, RCDP has collected a learner database containing slightly more than 100 interested beneficiaries.
The sponsorship request is based on 100 beneficiaries.
Programme details and funding figures are taken from the supplied proposal and are subject to project confirmation.
Help build brighter futures.
Partner with the programme through funding, venue support, catering, equipment, learning materials or beneficiary resources.