O.S.C.A.R
South-Africa
ABOUT US
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to share with you all about the work being done by the Outreach Social Care Project, a nonprofit organization. Founded in 2007, this grassroots organization serves the disadvantaged communities in our area, providing essential services and support to those in need.
Through our dedicated team of volunteers and staff, we have made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals and families. From providing necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter to offering counseling and educational programs, the Outreach Social Care Project is truly making a difference in our community.
The Outreach Social Care Project has held Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2013! 🌍 This prestigious recognition underscores our commitment to promoting social justice and human rights on a global scale. Collaborating with ECOSOC has provided our organization with an incredible opportunity to amplify its impact and reach even more individuals in need. We are devoted to creating positive change in our communities and beyond, and this partnership only strengthens our mission.
As passionate advocates for social justice and equality, we can't help but feel incredibly disheartened by the overwhelming developmental challenges that South Africa is currently facing. From education and health disparities to widespread poverty and human rights violations, the list seems never-ending.
One issue that particularly hits close to home for me is the lack of rights and protections for the child-headed household in South Africa.
As passionate advocates for social justice and equality, we can't help but feel incredibly disheartened by the overwhelming developmental challenges that South Africa is currently facing. From education and health disparities to widespread poverty and human rights violations, the list seems never-ending.
One issue that particularly hits close to home for me is the lack of rights and protections for the child-headed household in South Africa.
On the flip side, the spirit of Ubuntu that runs through the veins of South Africans is truly inspiring. Despite facing numerous challenges, our people continue to show strength, solidarity, and a relentless desire for change.
The Current Situation in South Africa
The Millennium Development Goals set ambitious targets to address poverty, education, health, and environmental sustainability. While progress was made, gaps and challenges needed to be addressed. Enter the Global Sustainable Development Goals, a comprehensive and inclusive set of goals to tackle the root causes of these issues and create a more sustainable and equitable world for all.
PARTNERS TESTIMONIES
The OSCAR Project was identified through “Marcia” ABSA Bank. We decided to donate 15 blankets to the project. We appreciate the work undertaken by OSCAR to help improving the lives of those that are most disadvantaged. Keep up the good work said: Ganas and Romilla Chetty- ABSA Bank (Pietermaritzburg)
We are pleased to have a partner (OSCAR) who is genuinely concerned and committed to ensuring that our communities have sustainable and healthy livelihoods while recognizing the importance of environmental conservation and the role it plays in our lives. Keep the good work up ad touch many lives said: Khathu Neluheni- UNDP (Pretoria).
Thank you OSCAR Project for all your hospitality, we are very impressed with your energy and vision and we hope you go from strength to strength said: Bev Gillespie and Gail Dieyer- Breadline Africa (Cape Town).
The work you are doing is amazing and inspiring and I hope that many more people will get the opportunity you are offered me: to see how you are helping the community and want to make a difference in people’s lives. Thank you for all your help!!! All the best to staff at OSCAR said: Jade- Bangar University in North Wales, (UK).
The Outreach Social Care Project believes the empowerment of underprivileged people and households through ongoing support, helping them to access other services, not only sustains them with time, but also gives strength and support to youth.
Thandeka Mbanjwa’s Story: I learned about the OSCAR Project computer project at our school- Nyonithwele Secondary School through OSCAR Project staff and my brother, Khululeko. Although I am older than Khululeko, my parents allowed Khululeko to attend the computer project after school and weekend at OSCAR Project. Their primary reason was that he was a male child and hence will do better in science and technology.
My parents saw a positive change in Khululeko’s attitude to his school work as a result in his participation in the after-school and weekend programs at OSCAR Project. They then encouraged me to register and attend the project. I am very grateful to OSCAR Project and it partner Dell for helping me to be a better young person and demonstrating to my parents that, what boys can do, girls can do...much better.
This has been contributed a lot toward the achieving of Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by 2015 and beyond. Technology has become the driving force of change in the modern world. It has altered our economic structures and ways we communicate”. – Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation