Anglo American Foundation

"With our partners by our side and the incredible drive of young people leading the way, I know that the future we’re building will be one we can all be proud of."- Michael Mapstone, CEO As we wrap up the year, we’re celebrating the progress made through bold ideas, strong partnerships, and a shared vision for a green and fair future. From amplifying youth voices to creating opportunities for changemakers, this year proved what’s possible when we truly put young people at the heart of our work. Looking ahead to 2025, we’re energised to build on this momentum—tackling critical challenges and championing the incredible potential of youth to lead the way. Thank you to our incredible partners for your dedication and collaboration. 🌎 En este cierre de año, sentimos un profundo agradecimiento por nuestros increíbles aliados, gracias a los cuales éste ha sido un año transformador. Tanto en Sudáfrica como en Perú, nos han ayudado a impulsar el empoderamiento juvenil y la generación de oportunidades económicas, demostrando que, cuando los jóvenes asumen el liderazgo, las posibilidades son infinitas. Cada paso ha sido más firme gracias al compromiso colectivo de nuestros aliados. Gracias por acompañarnos en este viaje. ⚡ Special thanks to our amazing partners Waves for Change, RLabs *Reconstructed Living Lab , & LALA - Latin American Leadership Academy for their footage. #YouthEmpowerment #Partnerships #GreenAndFairFuture #Changemakers #YoungLeaders

We asked Maeve, our Communications Manager, about her highlight of the year, and here’s what she had to say... 🗣️ "For me, it’s the people. This year, I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredible changemakers and learning from inspiring peers across organisations." From powerful partnerships to new ways of amplifying voices, this year has been a reminder of what’s possible when passionate people come together with a shared vision.

Surf Therapy 2024 Graduates 🤙 Every amount you donate, big or small, matters and contributes to these young graduates being able to complete 10 months of Surf Therapy! But your impact doesn’t end here. Next year these Graduates are able to join our Saturday Surf Club, where they continue to receive free support, mentorship, and access to the ocean—a consistent safe space to further develop their skills and build a sense of belonging in their community. We need your help to continue giving more children access to #surftherapy Donate here today --> https://lnkd.in/dv_9beeb (A few images from our East London, Gqeberha and Monwabisi sites.) #SurfTherapy #WavesForChange #GrowtheGroundswell #festivegiving #seasonofgiving

💬 “Bringing together a diverse set of partners – TechnoServe, RLabs *Reconstructed Living Lab , GreenCape – and colleagues to design and launch the #CircularEconomy work in #townships in South Africa was a proud moment for me.” Shingi 🌍 Collaboration is the heart of our Circular Economy Programme in South Africa. Together, we’re turning waste into value, creating opportunities, reshaping perceptions, and unlocking economic potential for a green and fair future.  #CircularEconomy #YouthEmpowerment #GreenEconomy #SouthAfrica #Collaboration  

The Faces of Surf Therapy 2024 💙 We’re proud to share with you some of the participants who’ve completed this year’s 10-month Surf Therapy program—the children whose lives have been transformed because of YOUR support. Every contribution YOU make, big or small, is making a difference, thank you 🤙 This festive season, give a gift that keeps giving long after you’ve clicked donate. Click the link below to donate today: https://ow.ly/IAHK50UuSuP

"Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu" – a person is a person through others. When we asked Khathu what made her most proud this year, she shared:  🗣️ "I am most proud to work in an organisation that values the importance of partnerships that are based on reciprocity, knowledge sharing, and collaboration." 🤝 We believe that true impact is built on trust, mutual respect, and the understanding that we achieve so much more when we learn from one another. Khathu’s reflection is a powerful reminder of the strength we find in collaboration. What’s been your proudest moment this year? Let’s celebrate it together! 👇

⚡ Excitement filled the air as our partner Ashoka Africa hosted the winners of the Young African Climate Changemakers Challenge (YACC) in South Africa last week! The day was a testament to innovation, with lively discussions and collaborative learning, culminating in an inspiring awards ceremony to celebrate these visionary changemakers. Congratulations to these incredible innovators! Their work inspires us all to think bigger, act bolder, and dream greener. 🌍 🖇️ Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e23v6kiA ✨ H2ENERGIES 🇿🇼 Hydrogen-powered cookstoves revolutionising clean energy and reducing deforestation. 🌍 Revolutionising Food Safety 🇳🇦 A portable sensor making food safety accessible and reliable. 🌱 DIAPO 🇿🇼 100% biodegradable diapers transforming how we think about waste. 🌾 CropFix by eAgro 🇿🇼 AI-powered agriculture for climate resilience and sustainable farming. 💧 Mobile Agritech Garden 🇿🇼 Inclusive, water-efficient solutions fighting drought and boosting yields. 🔆 A Sustainable Light for Everyone 🇿🇼 Solar-powered, upcycled lanterns tackling energy poverty sustainably. 🛠 Konto Khalo! 🇿🇦 Turning construction waste into stunning eco-friendly home furnishings. 🎮 Eco-Hunt 🇿🇦 Gamifying sustainability to inspire eco-friendly action. 🌿 Living and Learning Laboratories 🇿🇦 Empowering communities with heritage-based experiential learning. 💪 Period. 🇿🇦 Ending period poverty with reusable, sustainable menstrual products. Congratulations to the Ashoka Africa team, including Stephanie Schmidt, Dadisai Taderera Kundhlande & Ruby Chikwiri for their commitment to YACC & young changemakers 🌍✨ #YouthInAction #YACC #YACCChallenge

📢 Event Highlights: Young African Changemakers Conference 2024 🌍✨ In Johannesburg, South Africa, we hosted the Young African Climate Changemakers Challenge winners for a transformative day of storytelling, knowledge-sharing, and capacity building. Hearing these incredible young leaders share their changemaker journeys left us inspired and motivated. At Ashoka, we believe in the power of "Everyone a Changemaker"—and these young winners showed us exactly why investing in the leaders of today and tomorrow matters more than ever. A big congratulations to all our winners and a special thank you to the Anglo American Foundation for supporting this impactful initiative. Together, we’re building a more sustainable and equitable future. More about the winning projects here - https://lnkd.in/e23v6kiA #YACConference #Ashoka #YACCChallenge

🌍 Celebrating the Young Changemakers 🌱 The winners of the Young African Climate Changemakers (YACC) Challenge 2024 are taking bold steps to shape a green & fair world—and their impact is just beginning! These ten youth-led projects from #SouthAfrica, #Zimbabwe, and #Namibia are tackling some of the most pressing challenges of our time with creativity and determination. 🖇️ https://lnkd.in/e23v6kiA Whether it's mobile agritech gardens bringing food security to underserved communities, biodegradable sanitary pads tackling menstrual health and environmental sustainability, or harnessing Indigenous knowledge to fight climate change; these young leaders are demonstrating the power of youth to reshape our world. At the Anglo American Foundation, we are proud to support Ashoka Africa initiatives like YACC, which spotlight youth not as the leaders of tomorrow but as the innovators of today, driving systems change and reshaping their communities. Shingi said, "Young people aren’t just the future—they’re the game-changers of today. The YACC is a powerful platform for young leaders across Southern Africa to channel their energy, ideas, and innovation into real action for our planet." Congratulations to these remarkable changemakers for their leadership, resilience, and unwavering commitment to making a difference. You inspire us all! 🚀 #YACC2024 #YouthChangemakers #ClimateAction #Innovation #GreenAndFairFuture

⚡Young people aren’t waiting for the future—they’re shaping it today. This #HumanRightsDay, the theme 'Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now', is a powerful call to action, reminding us that protecting rights and freedoms today is essential to building a fair, just, and resilient future. Young people challenge injustice, spark innovation, and inspire change. To unlock their full potential, we must do more than listen—we must ensure they have a seat at the table. By empowering young leaders and amplifying their voices, we can drive real, meaningful change—right now. Let’s commit to a world where no one is left behind. Because when young people rise, we all move forward. How are you supporting young changemakers this Human Rights Day? Let us know below! #HumanRightsDay #YouthLeadership #OurRightsOurFutureRightNow