Stephen Langtry
As someone who came through the South African education system before the end of apartheid, I know first-hand the deep inequities that have shaped access to quality education. Education was used as a tool to limit opportunity, particularly for Black and Coloured communities.
From my experience, I also know how transformative access to education can be; not just in shaping individual futures but also in enabling social and economic mobility across generations.
Many communities remain under-resourced, and far too many young people are still excluded from the support structures that foster academic success.
This is why I support the work of Outliers. Their commitment to strengthening community-based after-school programmes is essential. It’s not just about academic support; it’s about restoring dignity, building confidence, and giving young people a fair chance to thrive.
With experience in higher education and public service, I have seen how educational support profoundly shapes long-term academic and social outcomes.
I am proud to support Outliers and encourage others to do the same.
Karabo Mabaso
The work of Outliers speaks to the commitment of The Kolisi Foundation to support long-term change in underserved communities, particularly through education. Their focus on curriculum recovery is especially significant in a context where many children are left behind by the formal education system.
Outliers play a critical role in bridging this gap by equipping grassroots organisations with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to deliver quality after-school programming.
Our mission at the foundation is rooted in partnering with organisations that have a pre-existing footprint in the communities they serve, and Outliers exemplifies this approach. Their capacity-support not only strengthens our partner organisations but also ensures that our investment in education has a wider and more sustainable impact. Their meaningful contributions to the education ecosystem make them a valuable partner in our mission to change the stories of inequality and to see thriving communities.
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