Huis Francie Van Zjil

Huis Francie Van Zjil's vision and mission

Huis Francie Van Zjil's mission is to conduct a variety of social interaction engagements at local places that need and would accept our help. Make as great of an impact in our community, whether that be physically or with donations, as we can with the time given. To instil hope, humanity, and support in our community whilst we can, especially from our generation of future health care workers.

What are we currently doing?

Leadership for Legends - Leadership and maths programme that will provide the children with a better understanding and education in terms of maths, and being a leader to children whilst still being fun and building trust/mentorship between our communities. For the past 9 years, Huis Francie van Zijl has partnered with Kalkfontein Primary School situated in Kalkfontein, Kuils River for their year-long Social Impact project. This school is situated in an area riddled with a high crime rate, caused by social problems such as poverty and unemployment. As the primary school is situated in an underprivileged area, the children are more likely to become involved in the crime and violence found in their community.

The aim of this project is to provide a space that will inspire the young children of the school to not become involved in the crime and violence in their community, by providing them with stimulating activities after school. These activities are aimed at positively inspiring them to dream bigger and aim higher. The project currently focuses on the Grade 6 and 7 learners of the school, as we believe that they will the future leaders of their school. These older kids can further inspire others in their school with the skills and information we will attempt to provide them with.

What else can you do?

Community service has been an integral part of Stellenbosch University (SUN) for decades albeit in different forms and with shifting emphasis. This platform allows you to make social impact within the university's (7) CSI themes. Click on the links on the themes below to get involved in volunteering and donating opportunities of your choice.