Community & Youth Development

Community & Youth Development

Arguably South Africa’s biggest problem is huge unemployment, especially against the disparities in our society. Unemployment may be the root cause of so many social ills, substance abuse, poverty, abuse, violence and more. SARCS is active in this area and as with other core programs this one has been broken down into sub programs.

Job creation

These are the concepts that shape our distinctive culture & differentiate us from others. They
true the unique spirit of our Firm guide the behaviors that enable us to deliver the promises
we make to our clients and our people.

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Entrepreneurship (social and commercial)

Often cited as the only realistic way out of South Africa’s unemployment crisis and involve those with poor education in work, the promotion of entrepreneurship is a vital function of SARS

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Food Security (through – Subsistence and Commercial Farming)

Food security is a vital need. Malnourishment contributes to the spread of disease and places a burden on health services. Research has shown clearly that undernourished students perform poorly. SARCS will continue to implement projects for food production.

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About Us

The South African Red Cross Society is a member organization of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), which is the largest volunteer driven organization on earth. The Red Cross Society has 100 million members and a presence in 189 countries.