SayPro – Open to All Individuals Aged 16 Years and Above
SayPro (SayPro Programme) is a dynamic, inclusive initiative designed to empower individuals aged 16 years and older through access to a wide range of developmental, educational, health, and social support services. SayPro stands for Say Progress, and it focuses on personal growth, community upliftment, and social change. The programme is built around the core belief that everyone deserves an opportunity to succeed, regardless of background or socio-economic status.
Key Features:
- Inclusivity:
- Open to youth and adults (16+), including marginalized and vulnerable populations.
- Provides a safe space where participants are respected and supported.
- Empowerment Through Education and Skills:
- Offers workshops, vocational training, digital literacy, life skills, and career guidance.
- Supports youth transition from school to work or entrepreneurship.
- Social and Emotional Support:
- Provides psycho-social support, mentoring, and peer-to-peer support networks.
- Focuses on building confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
- Health and Wellness Services:
- Includes access to sexual and reproductive health education, mental health support, and substance abuse awareness.
- Community Engagement and Leadership:
- Encourages participants to be active citizens.
- Promotes volunteerism, civic education, and community development projects.
SayPro Health Care Wellness (GBV Awareness & Health Services)
SayPro’s Health Care Wellness Programme places a strong focus on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness, prevention, and response, while integrating broader health services to support the holistic wellbeing of individuals and communities.
1. Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness & Response
Objective:
To raise awareness about GBV, empower survivors, prevent violence, and provide access to appropriate support services.
Components:
- Awareness Campaigns:
- Community dialogues, school visits, radio talks, and social media campaigns to challenge harmful gender norms.
- Education on recognizing various forms of GBV (physical, emotional, sexual, economic, etc.).
- Workshops and Training:
- Equips participants with knowledge on rights, legal processes, and how to seek help.
- Trains community members and frontline workers on GBV identification and support.
- Survivor Support Services:
- Referrals to legal aid, shelters, counselling, and medical support.
- Confidential, trauma-informed care and case management.
- Men and Boys Engagement:
- Involves males in discussions on masculinity, consent, respect, and non-violence.
- Promotes positive role modelling and allyship.
2. Health Services and Wellness Support
Objective:
To improve access to essential health care and promote wellness among participants and the wider community.
Components:
- Primary Health Screenings:
- HIV testing and counselling (HTS), TB screening, blood pressure and diabetes checks.
- Sexual and reproductive health services, including family planning and STI management.
- Mental Health Support:
- Basic mental health awareness, de-stigmatization, and counselling services.
- Referral pathways to professional mental health care where needed.
- Health Education and Awareness:
- Information sessions on nutrition, hygiene, substance abuse, and chronic illness management.
- Peer-led health promotion activities.
- Mobile Health Clinics:
- Brings services to remote or underserved areas.
- Ensures accessibility for participants unable to travel to health facilities.
Outcomes and Impact Goals:
- Increase awareness and reporting of GBV.
- Reduce stigma associated with mental health and GBV.
- Improve physical and mental health outcomes in target communities.
- Empower individuals to make informed health and life decisions.
- Strengthen community resilience and social cohesion.
Target Beneficiaries:
- Young people (16+), including school leavers, unemployed youth, and vulnerable groups.
- Survivors of GBV.
- Community health workers, educators, and families.
- The broader community through outreach and education campaigns.