MylifE

MylifE Youth complete Dance4Life Training

blogmaster — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:52:44 +0000

3 of the MylifE Youth Leaders (Manie Hendricks, Adam Deebo & Freda Darvel) successfully completed a one week training course with Dance4Life. Dance4Life inspires, educates and mobilizes young people to take action against HIV and AIDS. The Cape Town training workshop was facilitated by Peter Schaupp & Mark Dodsworth from RedZebra.

All 3 youth are now certified Heart Connection Tour lead Facilitators and have all recently run workshops in schools in the Western Cape – raising awareness and educating youth and children about HIV and AIDS through music and dance.

MylifE in Urban Edge Magazine

blogmaster — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:28:59 +0000

We recently had an article written on us which was published in the latest edition of the Urban Edge Magazine. To view the full publication click here

5 for Change..

blogmaster — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:42:26 +0000

On the 21st January 2012, MylifE was 1 of 5 Benefeicaries of the 5 for Change event. This was a black tie event and definitely one which was very different to any we have been a part of. The primary goal of the 5 for Change event was that of raising social awareness among young professionals. Kristanna Loken, our global ambassador, was the MC for the night along with Guy McDonald from Good Hope FM.

The event was a great success with the 5 for Change team raising in excess of R 55 000 for all the organizations involved.

We must commend the 5 for Change team for their innovative approach to the event and a special thanks must go to the founders of 5 for Change – Adriaan Dippenaar, Dave Deetlefs & Ross Mckernan and their amazing event team.

In memory of Baden Philander

blogmaster — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:47:06 +0000

The MylifE Foundation was devastated by the tragic news of Baden’s death on the 15th January 2012. Baden completed his internship with us whilst he was at the Raymond Ackerman Academy last year. We are blessed to have had Baden with us on our recent Journey to the Eastern Cape – where he kept us all inspired and laughing with his abundant energy and zest for life. Baden was passionate about Youth and Community Development and a true leader and role model to others..

Never Give Up – our final post for 2011..

Linzi — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:46:41 +0000

It has been a very challenging year for all of us at The MylifE Foundation, one that has manifested many struggles and many rewards. We are so grateful to the many people that have supported our vision and daily interventions for the children and youth in our Society that need our love and care.

We are excited to share that our Pilot Village goes up in 2012, in the Eastern Cape – we would love you to be a part of our journey and encourage you to get involved!!!!

Inspiration from Jeffrey’s Bay

blogmaster — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:10:40 +0000

The final leg of our “exploration” spent with Daryn Sinclair (Ubuntu Jeffreys Bay) and the “street” children of Jefferey’s Bay, some of who are now SA Surfers – thanks to the care of the surfing community and Tunita Brits , Thys Strydom, Etienne and Rebel Surfboards. We spent some time with the kids teaching them about talking circles and were also invited to watch the boys surfing.We were also lucky to meet with the local legend Bruce Gold.

Catching up on our time @ Bulungula, in the Transkei..

Linzi — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 10:28:13 +0000

Nothing could prepare MylifE for our trip to the Transkei –it took us 10 hours from Hogsback battling rain, mist, muddy gravel roads – travelling in circles for hours as we got lost and then found ‘PARADISE’ as the Team arrived at Bulungula. Bulungula Lodge is an ‘Eco-sustainable’ paradise situated on the outskirts of a rural Xhosa Village. We quickly fitted into the environment, made friends with the locals and made ourselves at home.

Our journey is to understand why children would leave the beauty and abundance of rural South Africa to live in our Cities – their reasons became clearer as we journeyed into the Villages where life stands still. There is no youth development going on in the Transkei and this generation is feeling misunderstood and disempowered. It is with huge respect and gratitude that we thank Dave Martin and Rejane Woodroffe for the incredible work they are doing with the Bulungula Incubator and the impact they are having on the children and elders of the ‘Kei’.

Amier’s Journey

Linzi — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:53:05 +0000

This is the journey of a little boy that is the heart and soul of the MylifE Foundation, it is because of this child we all understand what it takes to nurture children into our World and the CHANCE that every child deserves. Amier Reed entered our lives at the MylifE Foundation at the tender age of 6 months old and both him and his sister Lakayla (1 year old) their mom Simone Reed and dad Manie Pretorius are with us in Terra Khaya. It has been incredible to watch this little boy take on every single opportunity in front of him and be our daily inspiration – he is the love of all of our lives.

Clearing Alien Vegetation @ Terra Khaya

blogmaster — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:45:35 +0000

Before Terra Khaya became what it is today, it was a piece of land covered with Invasive Alien Vegetation, specifically Wattle. Wattle on the property is in abundance and despite being labelled ‘Alien’ it serves to be a sustainable resource to Terra Khaya due to its continuous control and maintenace. The main uses of Wattle at Terra Khaya is for building material (houses, fences, furniture etc) and fire-wood. Our team learnt about the uses of Wattle and clearing methods and then spent the morning helping the Terra Khaya team to cut and clear wattle from an area which is due to be developed shortly. This experience was enjoyed by all and allowed both teams to learn team-work and unity. Please see our highlights below..

‘Cata’ Village Tour

blogmaster — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:11:40 +0000

An interesting and inspiring trip to Cata Village - a beautiful Xhosa village located on the Amathole Mountains. After a 40km drive, we arrived at the CATA Museum where one of the local youth presentedtheir museum, informed us of their History and interacted with our Team. This was followed by a walking tour through the village where we explored the environment, engaged with the community and visited a residential garden where the ‘mama’ demonstrated and explained her growing methods to us. Unfortunately our visit was cut short due to the weather. It was truly an incredible experience for all..

A special thanks to Toyota SA for ensuring our safe transport..