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During August, more than 30 young women joined AfriForum Youth in demonstrating that Women\u2019s Month is about more than simply celebrating womanhood; it is also about recognising women\u2019s ability to actively shape their own future and their communities. From boxing gloves to sewing machines, young women were equipped with practical skills to become stronger, more confident and more self-reliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of AfriForum Youth\u2019s efforts to empower women, the organisation hosted boxing classes in Stellenbosch, Potchefstroom and Pretoria. More than 20 students took part in these sessions, which combined fitness and personal safety in a practical and enjoyable way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cAfriForum Youth wants young women to realise that self-reliance is about far more than academic or financial success. It is also about being able to look after yourself, having self-confidence, and being physically and mentally strong enough to seize opportunities and face challenges,\u201d says Anne-C\u2019Monn Joubert, Youth Officer at AfriForum Youth.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n

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Mia Buys, Rom\u00e8 Swart, Zanique Krauze, J\u00e9laine Austin, Anne_C’Monn Joubert en Anika Coetzee.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

In addition, the youth organisation hosted a beginner-friendly sewing class in Bloemfontein in an effort to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among young people. Participants learnt practical sewing skills and made their own skirts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cAfriForum Youth wants to help shape a generation of young women who do not wait for someone else to build their community, career or future. We want to equip them with the skills, confidence and mindset to take responsibility and lead for themselves,\u201d says Joubert.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Join AfriForum Youth today and become part of a generation of young people who take responsibility for their own future. Click here<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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