Mia le Roux Movement x B4i Academy launch second phase of campaign
Applications for learnerships for those living with disabilities are now open while corporates are encouraged to lend their support
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The Mia le Roux Movement x B4i Academy campaign has launched the second phase of the initiative following its successful introduction last year which has seen more than 160 learners living with disabilities placed in accredited learnerships across South Africa.
The reigning Miss South Africa has urged corporates to lend their support and be part of the change and help take the campaign to more communities across South Africa.
The collaboration with the B4i Academy, an initiative of the B4i Project and which is aimed at empowering disabled communities through education, forms part of Le Roux’s advocacy campaign, the Mia Le Roux Movement, a platform dedicated to advocating for the estimated four million deaf people in South Africa, while also raising awareness about all forms of exclusion.
The 160 learners – many of whom who are hearing impaired or face other forms of exclusion – are currently enrolled in fully accredited qualifications such as Business Administration, End-User Computing and Wholesale & Retail.
All learners who complete the programme will receive a NQF 2-5 level accredited qualification at the end of their learnership and will be employable in several industries, from business administration to sales and more.
The second phase of the learner application process is now open and will run until July 8, 2025, at 18.00. Applications can be made via the Miss South Africa website, the B4i Project’s website, the Miss South Africa App or through the links on Official Miss South Africa and Mia le Roux’s social media platforms where the application link can be found alongside guidelines for the applications.
Says Le Roux: “Too often, people with disabilities are excluded from the mainstream economy, not because they lack capability, but because they lack opportunity. This exclusion perpetuates inequality, dependence and wasted potential. If we are to build a truly inclusive, sustainable, and empowered South Africa, we must break down these barriers.
“Inclusion is not charity – it is economic intelligence. The goal is not only access, but meaningful participation in South Africa’s economy. And so I invite all South Africans, and especially those corporates who know they can make a difference and are willing to act and commit to action, to join me by supporting my movement and the vision I share with B4i.”
Her views were echoed by Yolandi Venter, CEO of the B4i Economic Empowerment Division: “We’ve proven that inclusive skills development works. Phase 2 is your invitation to help us do more. One learner at a time, we are reshaping the future.”
Businesses who wish to sponsor or partner with the initiative, can contact Yolandi Venter on email yolandi@b4i.co.za or call 012 940 1900.
Follow the journey using the hashtag: #B4iMiaMovement.
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Guidelines for those wishing to apply for a learnership
To apply for the learnership programme, potential candidates will need:
- A motivation letter as to why they should be chosen for a learnership
- Proof of South African citizenship
- Aged between 18 and 45
- Must have completed Grade 10
- Proficiency in reading and writing in English
A doctor’s letter confirming the applicant’s disability
Why Corporate SA Should Join Phase 2
- Sponsor a Learner: Fund SETA-accredited training that empowers and transforms.
- Gain SARS Tax Benefits: Learnerships for persons with disabilities qualify for tax-deductible benefits.
- Boost Your B-BBEE Scorecard: Maximise your points.
- Show Leadership in ESG: Align with inclusion, transformation, and impact values.
- Be Part of the Change: Help take this campaign to more communities across South Africa.
Applications can be made via the Miss South Africa website, the B4i Project’s website, the Miss South Africa App or through the links on Official Miss South Africa and Mia le Roux’s social media platforms. Learner queries can also be emailed to info@b4i-academy.co.za.
More About B4i Academy
B4i Academy, an initiative of The B4i Project, is a SETA and QCTO accredited training provider dedicated to fostering economic participation and reducing unemployment through specialised skills development. With a focus on empowering able-bodied and disabled individuals, B4i Academy offers a range of programmes, including learnerships, apprenticeships, and internships, all designed to promote economic growth and empower individuals to succeed. Visit b4i.co.za for more information.
More About The B4i Project
The B4i Project founded the B4 Initiative, which received an award in 2018 for its “outstanding contribution in the sphere of Economic Transformation.” The B4 Initiative is a private sector initiative comprising a national network of companies and service providers, all subscribing to the B4i Empowerment Model™. Participating companies are committed to making a positive contribution towards promoting transformation and economic growth within the guidelines of this empowerment model. The group has pioneered purpose-filled solutions to economic empowerment, with seamlessly integrated solutions. Visit b4i.co.za for more information.
Issued on behalf of the Miss South Africa Organisation.