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Miss SA 2024 Partners with B4i Academy to Offer Learnerships for People with Disabilities

Miss SA 2024, Mia le Roux, the Miss SA organisation, and the B4i Academy have come together to provide educational opportunities for people living with disabilities through learnership programmes.
Empowering People with Disabilities for a Better Future
The learnership programmes are designed to focus on skills development while prioritising quality and accessibility. They aim to ensure that individuals with disabilities acquire valuable skills that will help them succeed in today’s economy.
Le Roux expressed her pride in partnering with B4i Academy, saying, “I am honoured to partner with the B4i Academy to make a difference in the lives of those who often face significant barriers. This initiative is a step towards a more inclusive society where everyone, regardless of their abilities, has access to opportunities to allow them to succeed.”
The partnership is part of Le Roux’s advocacy campaign, the Mia Le Roux Movement, which works to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the estimated four million deaf people in South Africa, as well as to promote inclusivity for all forms of exclusion.
A Groundbreaking Initiative: 120 Learnerships Launched
The pilot programme, which began in October, has already facilitated 120 learnerships, thanks to a generous investment from Group Elephant.
B4i Academy CEO Yolandi Venter said, “Group Elephant is a visionary company committed to the upliftment of people in South Africa, and their investment is enabling the first project of this impactful collaboration.”
Venter continued, “At the B4i Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education to unlock potential and create opportunities for all. Our collaboration with Le Roux signifies our steadfast commitment to inclusivity and empowerment. Together, we will tailor educational programmes that prioritise quality over quantity, ensuring that individuals with disabilities have access to the skills and training they need to thrive in the current economy.”
Applications Now Open for the Public Learnership Campaign
The official launch of the first public learnership campaign takes place today, with applications opening on February 1 and closing on February 28, 2025, at 6 pm.
Those interested can apply via the Miss South Africa website, the B4i Project’s website, or the Miss South Africa App.
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