Career Workshop

"We arrived at our office early in the morning and were introduced to our first students. Six black candidates and one Afrikaan were seated in the Career Workshop classroom eager to gain skills to help them obtain work. One man from the Congo had considerable hesitation in his presentation skills. However, when he switched from English to French, he came to life! There are eleven languages spoken in South Africa and many natives speak several languages. The most prominent non-English language spoken in this area is Zulu. Our first assignment is to help the needy find work by helping them improve their job-search skills. For those not qualified for a job, there is self-employment training available. We teach the employment specialists in the various geographical areas how to assist those in need so that they can become self-sufficient. Nearly half of the country is unemployed and many more are hanging on by a thread. Poverty is probably one of the greatest detriments to health, longevity and family survival here. It is heartrending to hear of their struggles." - Sister Basso