Expressive and Creative Art Therapy, French Lessons for Alexandra Township High School Learners
2022-2023
Sizanani Mentorship Programme
Education and Health
This project provides mental health support through expressive arts for youth in Alexandra township while offering French language lessons to enhance academic horizons and future employability with international companies.
Amount awarded by LIFSA :
R88,365.00
Number of direct beneficiaries :
85
The initiative created a safe space for learners to process trauma and anxiety through meditation, expressive writing, drama therapy, and therapeutic movement. Concurrently, it offered Saturday French classes that included linguistic training and cultural outings, fostering a sense of hope and expanding career dreams for disadvantaged youth. 60 learners participated in expressive art therapy; 15 learners (with 11 completing) received French lessons; and 10 alumni were trained as peer coaches to support a broader group of 375 learners.