Who We Are
Letsema Community Foundation (operating as Letsema Community Outreach Programme) is a CIPC-registered Non-Profit Organization established on July 4, 2023. We believe that access to education, resources, and cultural engagement is the foundation for thriving, resilient communities.
Our Vision
Letsema Community Foundation aspires to achieve advanced literacy among youth and communities as a cornerstone for growth and prosperity.
Our Mission
We advocate for socio-economic growth, nation-building, and social upliftment through:
We provide structured reading initiatives, after-school learning assistance, and access to assistive resources. By supporting young learners early in their educational journey, we help build academic confidence and unlock future career pathways through
Storytelling & Book Reviews: Organizing interactive storytelling events, poetry sessions, and literature competitions in partnership with local schools and libraries.
Book Donations & Resource Distribution: Sourcing and distributing books and educational resources to public libraries, school libraries, and educators to encourage reading cultures.
Through practical workshops, sports programs, and mentorship, we empower young people to develop leadership abilities, teamwork, and vocational skills that support long-term socio-economic independence.
Youth Guidance & Career Awareness: Hosting large-scale Career and Literary Expos (such as events held at Akasia Hall and Cullinan) that bring together high school learners and community youth.
Industry & Tertiary Exposure: Connecting youth with representatives from ICT, coding and robotics, aviation, mining, SETAs, universities, colleges, government entities, and international career opportunities.
We advocate for dynamic, community-centered environments where children and adults can access books, digital tools, educational guidance, and information vital for daily growth through
Academic & Assistive Learning Support: Providing guidance, study skills, and assistive resources to enable learners to succeed academically.
Emerging Technology & Innovation: Introducing youth to modern technological fields such as ICT, coding, robotics, and aviation awareness.
We celebrate our rich local traditions and artistic expressions. By engaging communities through cultural heritage initiatives and youth sports events, we cultivate national pride, healthy living, and strong social bonds.
Cultural Preservation & Expression: Promoting traditional storytelling, arts, and cultural performance to foster social cohesion and nation-building.
Vibrant Information Hubs: Partnering with public and community libraries to transform traditional spaces into active centers for learning, guidance, and social growth.
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Our work is guided by these foundational principles:
Social Benefit: Placing the well-being and development of our communities first.
Integrity, Professionalism, and Accountability: Upholding transparent governance, ethical practices, and professional standards.
Collaboration and Partnership Building: Working hand-in-hand with like-minded organizations, institutions, and leaders.
Creativity and Innovation: Applying creative approaches to educational, literary, and social challenges.
Commitment, Trust, Compassion, and Respect: Serving our communities with empathy and mutual respect.
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We prioritize the cultivation of multidisciplinary collaborative partnerships across various sectors, including:
- Government entities and educational institutions
- Business sector and funding agencies
- Public and community library sectors
- Arts, culture, and heritage organizations
By fostering robust partnerships, we create scalable working models that generate sustainable socio-economic impact.
Alignment with Global and National Goals:
Our initiatives are aligned with key developmental frameworks, including South Africa’s National Development Plan (NDP), the African Union (AU) Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Inclusivity and Accessibility:
We advocate for widespread access to information resources for youth, women, children, and individuals with disabilities, ensuring that we "leave no one behind."
Our team brings decades of high-level experience in education, ICT, library services, and community outreach:
Founder & Project Manager (NPC Director)
Accredited Public Relations Practitioner (PRP) with over 30 years of experience in marketing, stakeholder relations, and library project management across NLSA, Centre for the Book, and government sectors.
Advisory Council Member
Former BCX Executive with over 30 years of leadership in ICT, library science, B-BBEE transformation, and corporate governance
Advisory Council Chairperson
Former Vice-Chancellor, educational leadership consultant, developer of the ACAID learning system, and specialist in post-graduate research, leadership training, and thinking skills.
Volunteer Advisory Council Member
Educator and youth advocate specializing in heritage, culture, learner support, and community sponsorship initiatives
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