SayPro empowers South African youth to become advocates for global health through Erasmus+ programs focused on advocacy and policy change. SayPro supports initiatives that help young people understand the dynamics of global health governance, inequalities, and systemic barriers. Erasmus+ gives participants the chance to work with international organizations and learn how to influence health policy through research, campaigns, and collaboration. SayPro ensures that the youth gain practical skills in public speaking, negotiation, and policy writing to actively contribute to shaping a healthier world through informed advocacy.
SayPro encourages youth engagement in Erasmus+ workshops and simulations on global health policymaking. Participants explore topics such as pandemic response, access to healthcare, and human rights in health systems. SayPro believes this exposure broadens their perspectives and prepares them to challenge inequities within local and global contexts. Erasmus+ experiences often include mentorship from health policy experts, and SayPro makes these learnings accessible to youth from marginalized communities in South Africa to level the playing field.
SayPro ensures that youth voices are included in national and international health discussions. Erasmus+ enables young South Africans to co-create health advocacy campaigns with global peers, focusing on issues like climate-health impacts, vaccine equity, and mental health access. SayPro supports returning youth by helping them implement community-based projects, policy dialogues, and youth-led forums. These initiatives align with SayPro’s mission to create lasting social change by equipping young leaders with the tools to influence policy decisions effectively.
SayPro envisions a future where South African youth lead global health transformation. Erasmus+ is a powerful pathway to achieving that vision. By connecting youth with international policy platforms, SayPro ensures their contributions are visible, valuable, and impactful. SayPro combines global learning with local action, fostering youth-led advocacy that addresses urgent health concerns in South Africa and beyond. Through Erasmus+, SayPro builds a generation of changemakers committed to justice, equity, and well-being for all.