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“While we address unemployment, we must not lose sight of the social challenges facing many vulnerable South Africans.” Acting Director-General of the Department of Social Development, Adv. Gugulethu Thimane, emphasises the need for coordinated action to tackle poverty, unemployment and social exclusion during the launch of the Joint Policy Brief Series on Generating Better Livelihoods (GBL) and the Basic Package of Support (BPS). She calls for a stronger focus on outcomes that restore dignity, empower young grant recipients and create pathways to sustainable livelihoods. #GeneratingBetterLives #SocialProtection #DSDCares #DSDPortfolioAtWork

Part 1 of the Policy Brief series shows why coaching and in-person support matter. Read Part 1 👉 uj.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/… By @Finmarktrust, @go2uj's CSDA and UCT's @SALDRU1

“While we address unemployment, we must not lose sight of the social challenges facing many vulnerable South Africans.” Acting Director-General of the Department of Social Development, Adv. Gugulethu Thimane, emphasises the need for coordinated action to tackle poverty, unemployment and social exclusion during the launch of the Joint Policy Brief Series on Generating Better Livelihoods (GBL) and the Basic Package of Support (BPS). She calls for a stronger focus on outcomes that restore dignity, empower young grant recipients and create pathways to sustainable livelihoods. #GeneratingBetterLives #SocialProtection #SASSACARES

“Opportunities alone are not enough for those furthest from services.” Presenting the Joint Policy Brief, Dr Anthony Kaziboni from the University of Johannesburg highlighted that the Generating Better Livelihoods (GBL) and Basic Package of Support (BPS) programmes adopt a people-first approach, focusing on individual aspirations before linking participants to training, services, jobs and enterprise opportunities. Research findings show that support, guidance and coaching play a critical role in helping people navigate systems and turn opportunities into sustainable outcomes. #GeneratingBetterLives #SocialProtection #SASSACARES

“Many participants faced mental health challenges and food insecurity before they could focus on employment opportunities.” Sharing implementation reflections, GBL Linkages Facilitator Ms Seipati Mosebetsi explains that addressing participants’ immediate needs helped build confidence, strengthen resilience and prepare them to engage meaningfully with coaching, skills development and livelihood opportunities. Her experience highlights the importance of human-centred support in helping vulnerable individuals move forward. #GeneratingBetterLives #SocialProtection #SASSACARES

[WATCH] From receiving the SRD grant to building a brighter future. BPS participant Ms Motaba Giyaus Mofokeng shared her journey of growth and empowerment through the programme, highlighting how the support she received helped her access opportunities, build confidence and work towards greater self-reliance. Her story demonstrates the transformative impact of people-centred support and coordinated interventions. #GeneratingBetterLives #SocialProtection #SASSACARES

Part 1 of the Policy Brief series shows why coaching and in-person support matter. Read Part 1 👉 uj.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/… By @Finmarktrust, the @go2uj's CSDA and UCT's @SALDRU1

HAPPENING NOW | Joint Policy Brief Series Underway at the University of Johannesburg Stakeholders from government, academia, civil society and development partners are gathered at the University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park, for the launch of the Joint Policy Brief Series. The engagement provides a platform to share research findings, reflect on lessons from implementation, and discuss policy recommendations aimed at strengthening livelihoods and expanding opportunities for vulnerable households through the Generating Better Livelihoods (GBL) and Basic Package of Support (BPS) initiatives. # #PolicyBriefSeries #GeneratingBetterLivelihoods #SocialDevelopment #UJohannesburg #EvidenceBasedPolicy

“While we address unemployment, we must not lose sight of the social challenges facing many vulnerable South Africans.” Acting Director-General of the Department of Social Development, Adv. Gugulethu Thimane, emphasises the need for coordinated action to tackle poverty, unemployment and social exclusion during the launch of the Joint Policy Brief Series on Generating Better Livelihoods (GBL) and the Basic Package of Support (BPS). She calls for a stronger focus on outcomes that restore dignity, empower young grant recipients and create pathways to sustainable livelihoods. #GeneratingBetterLives #SocialProtection #DSDCares #DSDPortfolioAtWork

“Opportunities alone are not enough for those furthest from services.” Presenting the Joint Policy Brief, Dr Anthony Kaziboni from the University of Johannesburg highlighted that the Generating Better Livelihoods (GBL) and Basic Package of Support (BPS) programmes adopt a people-first approach, focusing on individual aspirations before linking participants to training, services, jobs and enterprise opportunities. Research findings show that support, guidance and coaching play a critical role in helping people navigate systems and turn opportunities into sustainable outcomes. #GeneratingBetterLives #DSDCares #DSDPortfolioAtWork

Part 1 of the Policy Brief series shows why coaching and in-person support matter. Read Part 1 👉 uj.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/… Next: how opportunities can be layered and sequenced to improve outcomes for youth. By FinMark Trust, @csda_uj & @SALDRU1

NOW ONLINE: new Joint Policy Brief Series has officially launched. It draws on real-world evidence from the BPS and GBL programmes - revealing why coaching, mentorship & in-person support are critical to helping young people build sustainable livelihoods uj.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/…

Part 1 of the Policy Brief series shows why coaching and in-person support matter. Read Part 1 👉 uj.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/… Next: how opportunities can be layered and sequenced to improve outcomes for youth. By @Finmarktrust, CSDA at the @go2uj & UCT's @SALDRU1

A job opportunity is only the start. Evidence from #GBL & #BasicPackageofSupport shows young people are far more likely to succeed when coaching, support and opportunity networks are part of the package. New policy brief series launches tomorrow #YouthMonth #YouthEmployment

Evidence from the GBL and BPS programmes shows that young people often need more than employment opportunities to succeed. Coaching, in-person support and connections to opportunity networks matter. #PolicyBrief #YouthEmployment #Coaching @SALDRU1 Read the media release👇

Evidence from the GBL and BPS programmes shows that young people often need more than employment opportunities to succeed. Coaching, in-person support and connections to opportunity networks matter. #PolicyBrief #YouthEmployment #Coaching @SALDRU1 Read the media release👇