The Learning Trust

𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗢𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸!💡This year, we’re celebrating under the theme "Building Strong Foundations", recognising how After School Programmes (ASPs) lay the groundwork for our learners’ future success. ASPs are more than just a space to spend time after school—they are essential in building the academic, social, and emotional foundations that help learners thrive. Since 2000, #LightsOnAfterSchool by the Afterschool Alliance has been shining a light on the importance of ASPs worldwide. This year, we’re excited to highlight how ASPs are empowering South Africa’s youth by providing critical support in under-resourced communities. Join us as we celebrate the lasting impact of ASPs! 💪 Visit our new and updated resource hub to learn more and participate in this year's #LightsOnAfterSchool campaign: https://lnkd.in/dAfcudr3 #BeyondTheClassroom #LightsOnAfterSchool #AfterSchoolSA #TheLearningTrust #AfterSchoolWorks #TLT #LOAS #BuildingStrongFoundations

🚨 ALERT: Beware of Fake Accounts! 🚨 We’ve been made aware of a fake accounts including on YouTube and a website impersonating our organisation under the name "The Learning Trust Foundation." This account is falsely using our branding and content. Please note: 🔹 Our official name is The Learning Trust. 🔹 We operate only through our official channels: Facebook: The Learning Trust Instagram: @thelearningtrust LinkedIn: The Learning Trust Twitter: @thelearningT YouTube: The Learning Trust - Official Website: thelearningtrust.org 🔹 We will never request sensitive information or funds via direct messages. And If you come across the fake account: ✅ Report it to the platform immediately. ✅ Do not engage or share personal information. ✅ Share this alert to help protect others. Thank you for helping us maintain the integrity of our work. Together, we can stop the spread of misinformation! #StayAlert #FakeAccountAlert #TheLearningTrust #BeyondTheClassroom

#𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 📖 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤? We’re thrilled to share that 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐬 (𝐏𝐄𝐒) has been featured in UCL’s Mission-Oriented Innovation publication, led by Mariana Mazzucato. This global spotlight celebrates the transformative work of Social Employment Fund (SEF) participants and the innovative public policies that address unemployment while creating social value and empowering communities. 📚 Read the publication here: https://buff.ly/4ferHyH #SocialEmploymentFund #WorkForCommonGood #EmpoweringLives #InnovationInAction #𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬

🤝 We recently gathered our South Africa partners together in Cape Town to delve into the deep-rooted issues that face South Africa's education system and explore how we, as a community of organisations with a shared goal, can work together to catalyse change. In this article, we share our initial insights from the day 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKttAD4W. 🎥 In the short video below, we hear from some of our partners and team about what they took from the workshop and what collaboration looks like in practice... With thanks to Hassiena Marriott, Sakeena Elloker, Qhamani Neza Tshazi (Pr.Pln), Khayakazi Namfu, Polly Murphy and James Keevy, and all of our partners who attended on the day. Axium Education | DataDrive2030 | Funda Wande | Global Teachers Institute | Instructional Leadership Institute | Jakes Gerwel Fellowship | JET Education Services | The Learning Trust | PILO | Apex Education | Common Good | Education Ally #partnershipinpractice #SDG4 #qualityeducation #collaboration

#𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀! ICYMI: This year, we published a position paper on the Social Employment Fund (SEF) to better understand its impact on After School Programmes (ASPs) and how it strengthens the sector. The findings showed that when ASPs access Public Employment Programmes (PEPs), they don’t just create jobs—they address youth unemployment and improve learning outcomes. Since June 2022, we have created over 10,000 meaningful work opportunities in the after-school sector through the SEF. These efforts are breaking the cycle of unemployment and enabling ASPs to significantly scale their reach and impact. 📚 Read the full position paper to learn more: https://buff.ly/3OGXvlv #WorkForCommonGood #EmpoweringLives #SEF #SocialEmploymentFund Social Employment Fund Industrial Development Corporation

As the year draws to a close, we’re thrilled to reflect on the incredible milestones and moments that made 2024 unforgettable. From celebrating the importance of the after-school sector to witnessing our grantee partners reach new heights, this week, we’re taking a journey through the highlights of another impactful year. To kick us off, we started the year on a high note with one of the biggest gatherings in the after-school sector, the #𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗬𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺! This critical gathering provided After School Programmes (ASPs), practitioners, and leaders a unique opportunity to come together to learn and celebrate the after-school sector. 📽️ Missed it? Don’t worry! Check out our highlights video: https://buff.ly/3DjJA1F You can also visit our website to learn more: https://buff.ly/3v81kZL #AMPLIFYAfterschool #Reflecting2024 #ReadyToAmplify #AfterSchoolSA #BeyondTheClassroom #TheLearningTrust #2024Highlights

#𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻❓ As we reflect on 2024, we will be using this time to reflect on some of our highlights and sharing the moments that have made this year so impactful. To start, we’d love to hear from you! 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲? 🤔 Drop your thoughts in the comments below! #AfterSchoolSA #BeyondTheClassroom #AfterSchoolWorks

Congratulations to all the graduates! 🎉

The 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 (𝗦𝗘𝗙) is more than just a project—it's a stepping stone for participants to transition successfully into other opportunities, whether in academics, permanent employment, or entrepreneurship. By focusing on 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, SEF ensures that participants are equipped to thrive beyond their time with the project. Recently, our SEF implementing partners in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape gathered for inspiring working sessions to share insights and strategies on creating impactful pathways for participants. Topics explored included: 🔹 Participant placement and integration into the workplace to gain real-world experience. 🔹 Work readiness training that builds essential skills like financial literacy, classroom management, and business etiquette. 🔹 Organisational strengthening to enhance programme delivery and participant growth. S/O to all our implementing partners for the incredible work you are doing to strengthen after-school! #SEF #SocialEmploymentFund #WorkForCommonGood #EmpoweringLives #BeyondTheClassroom #AfterSchoolSA #AfterSchoolWorks

#𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 Looking for inspiration on building resilient After School Programmes (ASPs)? Dive into our latest Mpumalanga Community of Practice Learning Brief! This learning brief, "Building Pathways Together", highlights innovative solutions and key insights to strengthen the After School sector. From capacity building to collaborative approaches, it's a must-read for anyone passionate about advancing education in South Africa. 🔗 Read it here: https://buff.ly/3CY2ZFw #BeyondTheClassroom #AfterSchoolSA #TheLearningTrust #AfterSchoolWorks #FridayReads