At gold Youth Development Agency (gold-youth), our mission is to champion Africa’s youth to become ethical, purpose-driven leaders who transform their communities. This year, we proudly stood among South Africa’s most impactful organizations at the South Africa Future Trust (SAFT) Awards, a platform that celebrates entrepreneurship, social innovation, and youth leadership.
About the SAFT Awards
The SAFT Awards spotlight businesses and organizations driving social impact, innovation, and economic empowerment. With six categories—Youth Entrepreneur, Social Entrepreneur, Tech Entrepreneur, Woman in Business, Innovative Idea, and Optimised Operating Model Impact—the awards recognize those who combine purpose with progress and create measurable change.
gold-youth’s Journey
gold-youth equip young leaders in under-resourced African communities through our Peer Education Model, embedding trained youth and mentors into schools and communities. This approach transforms harmful social norms and fosters leadership from within, integrating:
- Education
- Social Behaviour change
- Job Creation
Our evidence-based model is scalable and proven, enabling young people to grow into healthy, grounded adults who contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Why This Recognition Matters
Being a finalist at the SAFT Awards is more than an accolade—it’s a validation of our work and a chance to amplify the story of youth-led change. It highlights the importance of systemic transformation in youth development and positions gold-youth as a leader in creating sustainable impact across Africa.
