African Child at Work is a youth-led, community-centered organization based in South Africa, dedicated to empowering young people through service, discipline, and social impact. Founded on the belief that every child deserves dignity and opportunity, the organization runs hands-on initiatives such as free hair grooming and clothing giveaways to promote punctuality, self-respect, and community pride.
Through these programs, African Child at Work provides practical skills training, fosters volunteerism, and encourages a culture of responsibility among African youth. The organization serves as a platform for young leaders to engage meaningfully with their communities, while addressing everyday challenges with compassion and creativity.
By combining service with mentorship, African Child at Work is shaping a generation that values showing up—on time, well-groomed, and ready to contribute. It is more than a movement; it is a growing network of change-makers committed to uplifting others and redefining what it means to lead.
Country of Operation: South Africa
Date/Year Founded:Â Â 2020
Registration Details: 2020/508423/08 (NPC)
Wishlist: we would like to get our organization to be known any assistance would really be appreciated
Online Platforms:
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- https://www.instagram.com/afric_anchildatwork?igsh=dDk0a2VzcGNieGEy
- https://youtube.com/@africanchildatworkwork?si=6BvKVfPV3T13fKMv
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/african-child-at-work-458806273
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Cause Highlights
We have run a successful soup kitchen for the past 5 years for over 150 students every Tuesday & Thursday and the learners really appriciate the food that we provide for them (https://www.citizen.co.za/soweto-urban/news-headlines/local-news/2024/09/11/african-child-at-work-feeds-local-kids-2/)