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Sophie A Kanza Foundation
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Sophie and Louise were born in the DRC but have lived in South Africa since they were toddlers.
Our volunteers are made up of mostly Congolese and South African youth, we have a number of other African nationals also participating (Tanzania, Ivory Coast, Congo Brazzaville, Gabon and Malawi). The goal is unity in diversity and to create a culture of good deeds. Building friendships and learning from and about each other’s cultures. If the youth can become open minded and tolerant, it is then easier to transmit these sentiments and influence others. We also focus on the fear of foreigners (Xenophobia), in this case it is the fear of the unknown. Once we work together towards making a difference we learn that we are all the same, brothers and sisters of Africa. Not enemies or threats.
We decided to use charity as the means to bring people together because we felt it was important for youth to know that they can make a difference, regardless of their nationality, race or financial status. We encourage the youth to go out and make a difference in people’s lives, everyday.
Our volunteers are made up of mostly Congolese and South African youth, we have a number of other African nationals also participating (Tanzania, Ivory Coast, Congo Brazzaville, Gabon and Malawi). The goal is unity in diversity and to create a culture of good deeds. Building friendships and learning from and about each other’s cultures. If the youth can become open minded and tolerant, it is then easier to transmit these sentiments and influence others. We also focus on the fear of foreigners (Xenophobia), in this case it is the fear of the unknown. Once we work together towards making a difference we learn that we are all the same, brothers and sisters of Africa. Not enemies or threats.
We decided to use charity as the means to bring people together because we felt it was important for youth to know that they can make a difference, regardless of their nationality, race or financial status. We encourage the youth to go out and make a difference in people’s lives, everyday.
3 recommendations and reviews from 1 person
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January 4, 2017
Micayla B. asked:Hi, I'm in the alberton area and we have gone through out cupboards and we have quite a few bags of clothes that we would like to donate somewhere. Does anyone know of a place nearby where we can drop the clothes off? They are mostly adult female clothing.Sophie K. replied:Hi Micayla, we collect clothing & sanitary towels for Bienvenu Shelter for women & children in Betrams. We are in Linmeyer (Joburg South) we do the distributions ourselves (you can join if you are available) www.facebook.com/sophieakanzafoundation
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Referral from
November 10, 2016
Samantha D. asked:Hello all ... had a very humbling experience today and I need some pointers in starting a charity drive for abused abandoned and children that have fallen victims to human trafficking any one know a guy with experience in this field?Sophie K. replied:www.facebook.com/sophieakanzafoundation
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January 12, 2016
Sunette S. asked:Morning, I have +/- 550 pairs of flip flops (different sizes and designs) from a business venture that didn't workout. Does anyone know of an organisation (NGO for example) that can benefit from a donation of flip flops? Thanks!Sophie K. replied:Hi Sunette Smith! I am the co-founder of a self-funded, youth led organization, we work with a number of NGO's in and around Joburg and DRC. We would gladly connect you to them, many are in dire need of the bare minimums. Are the flip flops for adults or kids? Thank you for your generosity :) Would be lovely to distribute to a number of different homes and shelters. www.facebook.com/sophieakanzafoundation
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