Many of the graduates represented a generation that did not necessarily follow the traditional path of passing matric and moving directly into university.
What stood out most during the recent Cape Peninsula University of Technology Services SETA Certificate Handover Ceremony was that this was not only a celebration of qualifications but the visible hunger from young people determined to rebuild their futures through opportunity.
Many of the graduates represented a generation that did not necessarily follow the traditional path of passing matric and moving directly into university. For some, this platform became a second chance; an opportunity to upskill, train and empower themselves for industries that desperately need skilled young professionals.
There was strong emphasis from the distinguished speakers throughout the event - ‘on moving away from the damaging perception that government-supported programmes produce “easy come, easy go” beneficiaries with little long-term impact.’
Instead, the graduates were encouraged to become part of a cycle of sustainability by eventually giving back to the next generation entering the system they benefited from and were getting ready to come out of.
