UniVita Foundation

  Contact Information: UniVita Foundation Thamsanqa Thlakane 076 032 3451 info@univita.org.za   Release Date: 19/04/2025 “FUEL DREAMS, FUND FUTURES: JOIN UNIVITA’S MISSION TO TRANSFORM YOUNG LIVES” As we step into 2025, we are filled with excitement and determination to strengthen the foundation we’ve built and expand our reach to deepen our impact. Guided by our vision of empowering youth and building resilient communities, we are committed to creating meaningful change through education, skills empowerment, and community upliftment. Expanding Educational Opportunities We are committed to deepening our impact by expanding our reach through the Department of Education and partnering with 25 schools across Soweto. In collaboration with the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, we will empower learners at both primary and high school levels, unlocking their full potential and paving the way for a brighter future. These partnerships are more than just programs—they a...

  In 2024, we launched the Eco-Film Recycling Initiative as a pilot program to promote environmental sustainability within the film industry. This initiative focused on collecting recyclables from film sets and advocating for greener production practices. A key goal of the program is to provide unemployed individuals with opportunities to volunteer, gaining exposure to the film industry while contributing to environmental conservation. The Eco-Film Initiative collected an impressive volume of recyclables from five shoots of four production houses, including Dare Content Studios, Man Bites Dog, Production Et Al, and The Star Film Company. These efforts were made possible through the shoots managed by Chad and Douglas Machogo, whose roles as unit managers were instrumental in facilitating the collection process. These efforts showcased the potential for driving environmental sustainability within the film industry. The initiative gathered 187 bursts of energy from cans, 523 momen...