Our Mission
- To turn disadvantage into advantage for disadvantaged young adults by training, mentorship and education in woodwork, hospitality and music performance
- To improve employment opportunities for Sihlalo trainees
- To strive for excellence in all Sihlalo products / outputs
- To provide a community hub that provides opportunities for personal growth for trainers and trainees
Woodworking
- Acquiring woodwork or upholstery skills through structured training programs (including safety training, equipment maintenance and hand tool management)
- Being part of a team that produces Sihlalo Outreach products (e.g. the Sihlalo Outreach chair; planter boxes, furniture, creative wooden items)
- Wood salvage and management of salvaged timbers
Music Studio
- Access to practice pianos and sound proofed practice rooms
- Access to music teachers and visiting international musicians
- Masterclasses for music teachers for upskilling and peer support
- Structured training in piano tuning
- Opportunities to participate in fundraising musical performances
- Training in music theory, music interpretation and music history