The latest issue of the CIYDA Newsletter: February 2010

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CIYDA Promoting Sustainable Youth Initiatives
Harare, Zw, February 09, the CIYDA Enterprise Foundation for youth volun-
2010 - Following a successful Award 2010. The team also teering, the Zimbabwe Youth
yea of building the CIYDA met various stakeholders in Council’s new elected body
INSIDE THIS principles, the message re- youth development in Zim- and various university student
ISSUE: mains the same, that of pro- babwe that included the Joshua body representatives. With the
CIYDA Promoting 1 moting sustainable youth ini- latter, CIYDA sought to estab-
Sustainable Youth tiatives. lish areas of common interest
Initiatives to help youths as they enter a
Last month the Contemporary stage of mapping out their
Indigenous Youth Development future.
Africa (CIYDA) founding youths
CIYDA Launches 1 gathered in Harare to map the On the sidelines of the two
Business Enterprise way forward for the organiza- “CIYDA Presentation to Min- week Zimbabwe tour, the CI-
Award 2010 tion after what was a fruitful YDA Executive Director, Fun-
ister of Youth…”
foundation year. gai Alexander Mapondera, met
with the Minister of Youth Mr
The CIYDA team in Zimbabwe Kasukuwere and Permanent
SADC Youth Devel- 2 under the leadership of Shingi- Secretary to the Ministry of
opment Festival rayi Chimbodza and Chipo Youth Mr Mupazviriho who
2010 Mataure, was also joined by the acknowledged and support of
Founder and Executive Director, the work CIYDA is doing on
Fungai Alexander Mapondera “CIYDA Team Zimbabwe the ground in Zimbabwe.
CIYDA: Improving 2
who over saw the launching of Full article at:
the Communica- 2010…”
one of 2010’s project initiatives, http://allafrica.com/stories/201002120126.html
tion Network
Explore Your Inter- 3 CIYDA Launches Business Enterprise Award 2010
est and Expertise
with CIYDA
Harare, ZW, February 02, 2010— The CIYDA team has encoura- This award is also running in conjun-
Following the awarding of the ged all Zimbabwean youths ction Wight the CIYDA Knowledge
first Jobzippers award in 2009, from all walks of life, rural and Center promotion. For more informa-
CIYDA launched first of a series urban at home and those in tion on both projects please visit:
of 2010 projects. Diaspora, to whom this award
Entrepreneurship: 3 www.ciyda.org/recentevents_projects.html
is open to, to get on board this
Opportunities, Risk The CIYDA Enterprise Award 2010 or contact us: info@ciyda.org
self-sufficiency and knowledge
& Responsibilities open to all Zimbabwean youths
promoting initiative. The busi-
(A presentation) encourages developing ideas in the
ness enterprise initiative promi-
areas of Art based Enterprise,
ses a CIYDA created, fun, inte-
Technology based Enterprise and ractive and networking environ-
CIYDA Clothing 4 Service Enterprise or General Busi- ment.
Apparel Coming to
ness. CIYDA will award US$250 to
Zimbabwe
ideas that can be developed with
great benefit to youths. The CIYDA Enterprise Award
is open until 30th April 2010. “Putting ideas into practice…”

2. PAGE 2
Director’s Comment
Harare, Zimbabwe, February port the organization at various appreciated.
10, 2010—It’s a shame that I levels, be it the odd email or
am writing for this column as I establishing the networking op- For the youths in Zimbabwe
make my preparations to leave portunities. whom I spoke with, continue to
Harare after what was an strive for sustainable success.
exciting and informative two Once again a special thank you to The light at the end of the tunnel
weeks in Zimbabwe. The future the all youths, both in Zimbabwe might seem far in the distance
for youth development is Zim- and in Diaspora who have been but for sure it is there. Zim-
babwe can only be bright. following CIYDA and its activities babwe has great things to offer
for the past year. For most of as a country so don’t lose faith.
you it was the first time getting So continue, “learning what you
Firstly I would like to thank the
involved with a Zimbabwean need and sharing what you
CIYDA team in Zimbabwe who
youth organization at this level, know….”
F. A. Mapondera went out of their way to make it
while for us we were the first
possible for us to meet as well as
(Executive Director, amongst many that have tried to
their continued effort in spread-
CIYDA) seek Zimbabwean youth develop-
ing the CIYDA ideas and initia-
ment at this level so together we F. A. Mapondera
tives. Thanks also to the CIYDA
can continue to make a differ-
guys around the world who sup- f.mapondera@ciyda.org
ence. Your support is greatly
www.maponderaciyda.blogspot.com
“Individual SADC Youth Development Festival 2010
commitment to
A CIYDA & Zimbabwe Youth Council Initiative
a group effort
Harare, ZW, February 10, from the region. Having held a as well businesses, individuals
that is what
2010—The Sadc Youth De- marginally similar event in and organizations promoting
makes a team velopment Festival by CI- 2006, CIYDA together with youth development and advo-
work, a company YDA in partnership with the Zimbabwe Youth Council cacy in the areas of mentorship,
ZYC is coming to Zimbabwe who were the architects of volunteering and business itself.
work, a society in August 2010. the last event decided to The event
work, a work together for what is will be
In an effort to bring Zimbab- billed to be an explosive event followed
civilization wean youths together , CI- for youth in Zimbabwe. by enter-
work...” YDA established the idea of a tainment
youth development festival , The Sadc Youth Development from
an annual even to be held in Festival will see the honoring across the
Vince Lombardi Zimbabwe and celebrated and recognition of youths region. Full details of event will
(1913—1970) together with youth delegates active in sustainable business follow soon. www.ciyda.org
CIYDA: Improving the Communication Network
Harare, ZW, February 01, communication that will see CIYDA the Chinhoyi University of
2010—CIYDA continues continue to strive to connect not Technology with the support
to seek ways to reach out only the organization to the youths of Dr Muhwandavaka and Mr
to the marginalized but the youths amongst themselves. Tafadzwa Muchabaiwa. In
youths in Zimbabwe their support of the initiative,
For this initiative CIYDA has sought the Chinhoyi administration
In line with its communica- the collaboration of the major stu- encouraged CIYDA to bring
tion strategies, CIYDA is dent body in Zimbabwe as well as something that is inclusive and
working with student bod- those individuals at regional level. gets students involved.
ies in Zimbabwe’s major
To find out more please con-
educational institutions to In the last month CIYDA has already tact CIYDA info@ciyda.org
establish satellite points of established direct cooperation from
CIYDA GAZETTE

3. VOLUME 2 ISSUE 1 PAGE 3
CIYDA: Explore Your Interests & Expertise
February 01, 2010—In the last issue interest from youths in Zimbabwe and
of the CIYDA Gazette, we invited in Diaspora. To be part of the network
young and enthusiastic Zimbabwean where you are please drop us an email
youths interested in making a posi- or contact us at: jobs@ciyda.org
tive difference. Working with CI-
YDA in developing the core of the
Zimbabwean youths not only opens
up your knowledge to others but
imparts you with some of the rele-
vant key skills in your personal de-
CIYDA’s Four Pillars: velopment.
*Business Start-Up Far from being an experts job, working
with CIYDA needs only passion and a
*Social & Cultural Integration willingness to give and learn at the same
*Socio-economic Mentorship time. Don’t let your talent go to waste,
help somebody, work with CIYDA.
*Volunteering
We continue to receive support and “We are all faced
with a series of
great
Entrepreneurship: Opportunities, Risks and Responsibilities opportunities
brilliantly
A Presentation by Peter Vogel, Founder of Jobzippers, a CIYDA Partner
disguised as
initiatives in Zimbabwe, Mr Peter • And above all else, shape your impossible
St Gallen, CH, February 24, future
2010—CIYDA through it’s ex- Vogel of Jobzippers outlined the op- situations...”
portunities, risks and responsibilities of With the current trend of get –rich-quick
ecutive director was proud to schemes youths tend to be pursuing in
going into business on your own. Charles Swindoll
be part to the presentation by Zimbabwe, the message was clear from
Jobzippers at the St Gallen CIYDA, “We can’t show you how to be (1934—)
University Speaker’s Series. In line with what the CIYDA team was an entrepreneur but we can help you seek
sharing with youths during last and create opportunities for yourself that
The St Gallen Speakers Series is an month’s presentation sin Zimbabwe, can have a positive effect on others...”
initiative by the university of St Gallen Mr Vogel pointed out how entrepre- View the full presentation at:
to attract speakers in various disci- neurs can identify opportunities that www.slideshare.net/falexmap/opportunities-risks-and-responsibilities-of-running-your-own-business
pline to talk to the students, amongst amongst other things will:
Or at CIYDA Slideshare space:
them aspiring entrepreneurs. • Motivate you,
www.slideshare.net/falexmap
During his presentation in which he • Create jobs for others
gave an outline of the CIYDA project • Networking opportunity
CIYDA On The Web
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and information sites. Visit our If you have an arti-
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4. What is CIYDA
Contemporary Indigenous Youth Development Africa (CIYDA) is
an non-profit organisation founded in 2008 and is based in Harare,
Zimbabwe. CIYDA is working to develop and empower the youths
of Zimbabwe for the benefits of Zimbabwe and Africa as a conti-
Contemporary Indigenous Youth
nent through the use of new media, information technology and
Development Africa networking amongst other things. Through these drivers, CIYDA
6 Crawford Road, Graniteside, P.O. Box 6966, aims to harness ideas and pusure developmental projects, while at
Harare, ZW the same time facilitate an information hub and service provision in
the areas of Business Start-up, Social & Cultural Integration, Socio-
+263 (0) 912 911 820
economic Mentoring and Volunteering. CIYDA currently has a
+263 (0) 0912 998 591 or +263 (0) 914 14 6 642
network connection of over 500 Zimbabwean youths in many coun-
info@ciyda.org tries amongst them, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana,
www.ciyda.org United Kingdom, United States of America, Australia and Canada.
“Making today’s youths, tomorrow’s leaders...” For more information on CIYDA and its work please
contact the Executive Secretary: -
CIYDA Executive Team Zimbabwe: -
Fungai Alexander Mapondera Shingirayi Jeremiah Chimbodza (Southern Africa)
Chipo Mataure sjchimbodza@ciyda.org or
Shingirayi J. Chimbodza Chipo Mataure (Southern Africa)
Brian Mamvura c.mataure@ciyda.org
Munya Takawira Fungai Alexander Mapondera (International)
Nigel Pfunde f.mapondera@ciyda.org
Steve Ruvire
CIYDA Clothing & Promotional Apparel Coming to Zimbabwe
CIYDA Gift Shop
This item plus much MORE....!
Following increased interest from youths in Zimbabwe, CIYDA has began looking
into having branded clothing apparel and other promotional material. The purpose
of this is to continue connecting with Zimbabwean youths where ever they maybe US$28.00
while raising funds for more CIYDA development and advocacy projects. www.ciyda.org/giftshop.html
For those in the Diaspora, you can get on board and be part of the CIYDA promo-
tional and fund raising initiative by visiting our online gift shop at
www.ciyda.org/giftshop.html or if you have your own ideas contact us at
info@ciyda.org