CHAD aims to unlock and nurture the aspirations of vulnerable and underprivileged children and youth in the Cape Flats through a collective of educational, social and spiritual interventions geared towards broadening their imagination and knowledge ... Children Having A Dream (CHAD) aims to unlock and nurture the aspirations of vulnerable and underprivileged children and youth in the Cape Flats through a collective of educational, social and spiritual interventions geared towards broadening their imagination and knowledge, thereby encouraging their full potential in their respective communities.
The purpose of CHAD is to provide platforms as indicated in the strategy below that educate and encourage participants to make better choices on their path to becoming young adults. Overall, CHAD’s objectives that will inform interventions with participants are to:
• Create an understanding of societal issues including child abuse, HIV/AIDS, and drug abuse;
• Promote teamwork and cross-cultural interaction;
• Identify and develop talents and skills;
• Support communal spiritual needs;
• Foster financial awareness and money savvy; and
• Provide positive role models and guidance. STRATEGY
Through a partnership with parents, faith organizations, local schools and other NGOs, CHAD will primarily engage participant through – but not limited to – the following activities:
• Variety shows, leisure outings and outdoor camps;
• Market days;
• Plays and musicals; and
• Games evenings. Community participation and support will be integral to the sustainability of all projects.
