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Inclusivity practices towards building resilience – The Chrysalis Academy approach

Presenter

Janine Turner currently serves as the Head of Training and Development at the Chrysalis Academy. She holds a BA Honours degree in Women’s and Gender Studies from UWC and a Masters in Development Studies from UNISA. She holds a number of certificate courses in education, training and development, and is a certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Life Coach. She previously worked in government, the NGO sector and her initial entry into the workplace started at the University of the Western Cape, working at the Writing Centre. She has an interest in gender, youth and transformational healing. She previously served as a Member of the Western Cape Premier’s judging panel for the Social Innovation challenge of the YearBeyond Youth programme in 2017 (an internship for matriculants to develop their innovative leadership skills).

Abstract

The Chrysalis Academy runs a residential programme to NEET youth aged 18-25. It serves as a bridging programme for young people seeking employment, re-entry into schools and further education opportunities. Its holistic approach which is structured, regimented and therapeutic in nature is aimed at building resilience among youth who by and large experience a continuum of trauma. Its approach cultivates personal transformation and family integration. Developing a culture of inclusivity among youth is viewed as critical to building voice and agency.  This presentation will specifically focus on the Academy’s inclusivity practices towards building resilience. 

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