Youth Day is more than a public holiday. It’s a reminder of what young people can do when they’re given a voice and the urgency of making sure every child has the tools to shape their own future. It invites us to reflect not only on the past, but on the present; on the quiet, everyday choices being made in homes, classrooms and communities to shape a better tomorrow for South Africa. It reminds us that real change does not always come with loud declarations. Sometimes, it’s found in the quiet act of showing up, day after day, so a child knows they can count on you.
At VUSA, we’ve seen the power of that kind of presence. We’ve felt it in the steady work of our coaches, social worker, academic team and catering staff; people who bring not only their skills, but their hearts.