Benefits of entrepreneurship for young children at Bryanston
Teach a Man to Fish provides young minds with the necessary skills, support, and resources, to nurture their entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking their potential, and creating a generation of innovative thinkers and leaders poised to thrive in the dynamic and competitive global economy.
In today’s rapidly changing economic landscape, empowering young children to secure stable jobs or even create their own businesses is crucial for their future success.
With technological advancements and globalisation shaping the job market, traditional career paths are evolving, emphasising the importance of adaptability, creativity, and entrepreneurial skills.
The Teach a Man to Fish organisation held their first-ever Gauteng school enterprise programme at the Bryanston Organic Market.
Dris Naidoo, the country manager of the organisation, said, “Teach a Man to Fish is guided by a simple and compelling mission: to empower young people with the skills they need to succeed in school, work, and life.”
Naidoo added that equipping young children with the necessary skills to secure stable employment or establish their businesses contributes to economic stability by reducing unemployment rates and fostering innovation and productivity.
“This year in each province, we have 20 or more schools who have joined the programme, and today we are all about learning more about the children’s businesses and guiding them into making sure that their businesses succeed.”
She explained that encouraging entrepreneurship instils a sense of self-reliance and independence in young minds, empowering them to take control of their financial futures and pursue their passions.
“Our model of practical learning, creating and managing a viable business, develops the skills young people need to succeed in education, work, and life and make a positive impact on the world around them.”
Naidoo emphasised that the experiences their young entrepreneurs have, help them to learn better, continue in education, secure a stable job or set up their own business creating their own job, when they leave school.
“Today was a great success as many children showed their passion and love for their business ventures and we celebrate their creativity, innovation, and risk-taking opportunities.”
Details: www.teachamantofish.org.uk
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