Experiencing the world of work first hand
With youth unemployment sitting at 27.5 per cent, a local security company believes it is time for companies to encourage and inspire young people to dream big, to become entrepreneurs and to understand the importance of working hard to achieve one’s objectives.
This month Fidelity ADT, in partnership with 11 leaders from various departments including Gauteng Department of Education assistant director of Safe School Management Lloyd Phiri, SAPS Social Crime Unit and EMPD Social Crime Unit, hosted 20 learners from Parklands High School in Alberton and Phumlani Secondary School in Katlehong South.
Linda Goodenough, community development manager for Fidelity ADT, said the key objective of the initiative was to give girls who are leaders an opportunity to experience the world of work first hand.
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“Our hope is that this will inspire them to work hard at school to achieve their chosen careers. We also wanted to remind them to believe in themselves, expand their horizons and broaden their knowledge. This really was a chance to encourage and motivate young learners who are already leaders in their schools,” she said.
Goodenough says the girls were taken from Alberton and escorted by a blue light brigade to the Fidelity ADT head office in Midrand. The day started with fresh scones and coffee while the girls were introduced to the workplace.
“We also started with a buddy game where the girls had to find a buddy and share their story. This was a great icebreaker,” says Goodenough. The guest speaker for the day was Tinyiko Sithole who elaborated further on the whole theme of the day – Don’t Wish for It – Work for It.
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The day ended with the girls being taken out to the helipad and experiencing some fun marching drills. They also saw some of the sophisticated security response vehicles and cash-in-transit vehicles up close. Even Wahl Bartmann, CEO of Fidelity Services Group, was on hand to welcome the girls during lunch.
“I really hope the day was a memorable and unforgettable work experience for the young girls who are our leaders of the future. It was a wonderful experience.”
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