Yoemna S.

I am a seasoned education and programme management professional with over 20 years of experience driving community-led development, adult and youth education, and multi-stakeholder initiatives across South Africa and internationally. I hold an Honours in Adult Education and Training and am a certified Reflect Trainer for CBOs and NGOs, currently pursuing a Master’s in Education. Throughout my career, I have coordinated high-profile events and projects, including the Royal Visit of the Netherlands’ King and Queen to South Africa, global learning events in Nepal, and the Youth and Adult Learning and Education (YALE) project in partnership with OSISA and dvv international. I have also played a key role in shaping civil society dialogue, including conferences with global leaders such as Nelson Mandela and Bill Clinton. My strengths lie in programme strategy, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, event management, and grant writing.I excel at translating complex initiatives into tangible impact, empowering communities, and strengthening collaboration across local, national, and international platforms. Passionate about education, social justice, and community development, I aim to create meaningful, sustainable change through innovative programmes and strategic partnerships.