On 16 June all eyes turn to Youth. The CWDM through the Rural and Social Development unit hosted an event to celebrate the creativity, enthusiasm and hope that youth bring to our homes, communities and country.
Youth from the Witzenberg area met at the Community Hall in Bella Vista where they could share their stories through dance and other expressive arts.
Jason Nicol of Bella Vista shared that Youth Day is an opportunity for youth to re-unite and be reminded that they are not alone. Sandra Jooste of PA Hamlet, shared “your circumstances do not determine your future, no matter how difficult it is, there is hope, look for help if you need it.”
Our Executive Mayor, Ald (Dr) Elna von Schlicht’s Youth Day message, followed on to what youth said at the event. The mayor’s message read, ‘the youth of the Cape Winelands are the heartbeat of our district. You are the innovators, entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, dreamers thinkers and future leaders who the shape the destiny of our district and country.’