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Lesson Three

Community Development Intro Course

Community Development Free short course

Stepping in

Subscribe to and read relevant articles, journals, and online newsletters – take out memberships of relevant associations (such as the South African Association of Fundraising). Participate in relevant webinars, register for a relevant certificate at a local tertiary institution or online course. Invest in a good laptop and smartphone as they are your daily tools.

Formal strides

An undergraduate degree or diploma in a relevant field and post graduate degree, or certificate Specialising in development studies/community development or a similar field is recommended.

There are so many online courses and certificate to study online from institutions around the world.

Be prepared to work independently most of the time. Be open to travel locally and internationally. Be organised and efficient with your time, and flexible.

Community Development Free short course

Community Development Intro Course

Community Development Free short course

Reaching out

Visit some of the below websites to see all of the great initiatives and work being done in the South African community. Each website caters for a specific market and will have information to get in touch !

www.thandanani.org.za

www.naccw.org.za

www.zimelewethu.org

www.ithembalethu.org.za

www.childlinesa.org.za

www.youthkzn.co.za

Quick Question

If you want to get involved, how do you get in touch with the organisations?

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