Case Study: Neftaly Youth Engagement Initiative
Date: 25 November 2015
Participants: 28,744 Youth
Partners: Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (NMCF) & Comic Relief
Overview:
On 25 November 2015, Neftaly hosted a landmark youth engagement initiative, reaching 28,744 young people across multiple platforms. In partnership with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (NMCF) and Comic Relief, the program aimed to empower young South Africans with skills, knowledge, and inspiration to drive personal development and community impact.
Objectives:
- To equip youth with practical skills for personal growth, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement.
- To foster awareness about social issues affecting young people, including education, health, and leadership opportunities.
- To create a platform for collaboration between youth organizations, funders, and community leaders.
Activities & Highlights:
- Interactive workshops covering leadership, digital skills, and career development.
- Inspirational talks by youth leaders and changemakers affiliated with NMCF and Comic Relief initiatives.
- Networking opportunities for young people to connect with mentors, peers, and community stakeholders.
- Creative sessions designed to amplify youth voices on social and community challenges.
Impact:
- Directly engaged 28,744 young people, with measurable outcomes in skills acquisition and community awareness.
- Strengthened partnerships between youth organizations and leading NGOs, creating sustainable support networks for young leaders.
- Enhanced visibility of youth-led initiatives, fostering a sense of agency and empowerment among participants.
Conclusion:
The Neftaly initiative on 25 November 2015 exemplified the power of collaboration in youth development. Through strategic partnerships with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and Comic Relief, the program not only reached tens of thousands of young people but also laid the groundwork for long-term community impact and youth empowerment.
Testimonial:
“This event showed us that with guidance and opportunity, young people can be the change-makers our communities need.” — Neftaly Participant

