Genadendal Project
'For the People, By the People'
Supporting the Most Vulnerable
Shelter and nutrition for vulnerable children
Local Market Project
Supporting local entrepreneurs to create self-sufficiency and sustainability
Genadendal and surrounding villages are struggling with poverty, alcohol and drug abuse, domestic violence, and a lack of opportunities — especially for children and young people.
During the research carried out by Caroline Dusée, she spent many years in Genadendal, a small community in the Theewaterskloof area of South Africa's Overberg region to discover it was a neglected community deeply troubled by poverty and all sorts of problems. A community in need of support and requesting for help.
Together with the community, the municipality and local transformation board, we are now implementing the 'For the People, By the People' project.
Phase 1: Safe Spaces and Nutrition
We are creating safe spaces where children can go after school — where they receive food and healthy nutrition, both of which are often lacking at home.
In Addition:
We are contributing to the setup of a small circular economy, where local people (many of whom are unemployed) can begin selling their own products — from fruits and vegetables (guided by our local entrepreneur Marshall Rinquest) to handmade soap and other crafts.
Victory for Equality Will Contribute By:
Providing for Basic Needs
- Safe shelters for children (who often come home alone or to unsafe environments)
- Healthy food and nutrition
Structure & Training for Local Businesses
- Marketing toward tourists (many visit nearby areas but don't yet know about Genadendal)
- Guidance in growing fruits and vegetables and preparing them for sale
- Working together with the local government on land allocation and integration into official government programs (already in progress)
Long-term Vision
Our goal is to make this a self-sustaining project. Eventually, participants will give a small portion of their earnings (in exchange for using the marketplace and shelters) back into the local safety and education projects for children.
Project Summary
1. Support the Most Vulnerable Children
Safety and food programs for children who need it most
2. 'By the People, For the People' Local Market Project
Local entrepreneurship by co-developing skills and income-generating training in a sustainable market economy
Project Investment
Genadendal Project - Phase 1
- Safe shelters and food programs for vulnerable children
- Local market setup and business training
- Agricultural guidance and marketing support
Help Build a Sustainable Future
Your support empowers the Genadendal community to create lasting change from within