- I along with a few members of the team, are working on establishing Skillz Street in PE, with at least one intervention before the calendar year. It will be an initial step into an exciting new venture that we hope will prove truly useful and empowering to young girls in the community.
- Planning for the intern led HCT will is well on course. There are tons of details to go through, but we have a determined and talented group. I am excited to be part of it. This will be something we will truly have ownership of, an empowering experience for us. Today me, a few of our coaches, Titie (a Master coach) and Joel(fellow intern) went around New Brighton and we narrowed down 2 venues that we will most likely use. More details on the HCT to come, December 4th is the date.
- Our new site coordinator, Pumeza Lusi began work on Monday. Mpumi is helping her settle in, and she's done that. She's excited to be here and I am looking forward to working with her.
- Yesterday I attended a graduation at Philip Nikiwe primary school in New Brighton. Graduation is when kids get Skillz certificates indicating that they have gone through the curriculum. It was more than just a certificate handover though, the coaches ensured that it was truly a celebration and the kids reciprocated by giving their all, in various portions of a program that showcased their talents. From poetry, to dancing, rapping to singing (at one point all 35 graduates and younger guests who attended from the school) all got up and sang several songs).It was special, and I was happy to hear kids give testimonies on how Grassroot Soccer had impacted them! This was a welcome break from the office, and I was really proud to be part of it!
Jah Bless
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