SIOC-CDT believes that education is the cornerstone of community empowerment and personal development.
The focused education, training and skills development initiatives are designed to confront and overcome identified challenges faced by our beneficiary communities. From nurturing the minds of our youngest in quality early childhood development centres to enhancing adult literacy and computer proficiency, we seek to actively bridge educational gaps.
Our commitment extends to elevating school education standards and broadening access for disabled children and the youth, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
The portfolio aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal of:
The focal areas aim to:
Introduction Many rural schools in SIOC-CDT’s beneficiary communities, particularly in Ga-Segonyana, Gamagara, and Thabazimbi, face limited or non-existent internet connectivity. This lack of reliable internet access prevents students and teachers from fully...
Introduction Limited access to quality academic preparation, combined with inadequate career guidance and social support, significantly restricts educational and career opportunities for Grade 12 graduates who struggle to meet the admission requirements for university...
Introduction In terms of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), which is responsible for the measurement of digital skills in terms of SDG 4.4, less than 20% of South Africans have standard digital skills. The Department of Basic Education (DBE), in its...
Introduction The ‘Teacher Professional Learning Programmes’ (TPL) form a key part of SIOC-CDT’s Education, Training and Skills Development focus. It aligns with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and...
We have extended the bursary applications. Second invitation to apply for the SIOC-CDT Bursary Fund. SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) invites learners and students to apply for the 2025 bursary funding for post-matric study. This funding opportunity is...
Applications for the bridging program, Access 4 Success have officially opened. Herewith the online application links and forms. Access 4 Success link: https://access4success.co.za/application/ Access 4 Success PDF form: A4S Form Application
Applications for the bridging program, Schimathus have officially opened. Herewith the online application links and forms. SchiMathUs link: https://www1.sun.ac.za/scimathus/application/login.php SchiMathUs PDF form: 2025 Application Form
Introduction Learners from disadvantaged, under-resourced schools in both rural and urban areas are most affected by the challenges in the South African education system. For these learners, the transition from secondary to tertiary education has over the years proven...
Introduction South Africa is a country that has schools serving the wealthiest and those that are meant to serve the other sector of population. Researchers refer to the system as a bimodal education system or a ‘tale of two systems’ (SAQMEC, 2007; Spaull, 2012)....
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