South African Beauty Queen Launches Disability Education Program.
Miss South Africa Mia le Roux has unveiled a new initiative to help people with disabilities gain education and job skills.
Le Roux, who became Miss SA in 2023, draws from personal experience. "I dedicated myself to being a voice for those who, like me, have experienced the challenges of being differently-abled and feeling excluded," she said.
The Mia Le Roux Movement seeks to support South Africa's estimated 4 million deaf citizens and raise awareness about various forms of social exclusion. "It became my mission to break barriers for all who are excluded, whether by ability, poverty, gender, or location," Le Roux explained.
The program partners with B4i Academy, a certified training institution. It offers learnership opportunities to develop practical skills. The partnership began in October 2023 with 120 initial participants.
Applications for the next round opened on February 1 and run through February 28. Candidates must meet several requirements: South African citizenship, age 18-45, completion of grade 10, English literacy, and medical documentation of disability. Applicants need to submit a motivation letter explaining their interest.
Successful graduates receive NQF 2-5 accredited qualifications. These credentials open doors to careers in business administration, sales, and other industries.
"The partnership aims to enhance educational opportunities for people with disabilities across South Africa. I am honored to make a difference in the lives of those who often face significant barriers," Le Roux said.
Interested candidates can apply through the Miss SA website, the B4i Project website, or the Miss SA mobile app. The program focuses on creating paths to independence and economic participation for people who face barriers to education and employment due to disabilities.
Miss South Africa Mia le Roux has unveiled a new initiative to help people with disabilities gain education and job skills.
Le Roux, who became Miss SA in 2023, draws from personal experience. "I dedicated myself to being a voice for those who, like me, have experienced the challenges of being differently-abled and feeling excluded," she said.
The Mia Le Roux Movement seeks to support South Africa's estimated 4 million deaf citizens and raise awareness about various forms of social exclusion. "It became my mission to break barriers for all who are excluded, whether by ability, poverty, gender, or location," Le Roux explained.
The program partners with B4i Academy, a certified training institution. It offers learnership opportunities to develop practical skills. The partnership began in October 2023 with 120 initial participants.
Applications for the next round opened on February 1 and run through February 28. Candidates must meet several requirements: South African citizenship, age 18-45, completion of grade 10, English literacy, and medical documentation of disability. Applicants need to submit a motivation letter explaining their interest.
Successful graduates receive NQF 2-5 accredited qualifications. These credentials open doors to careers in business administration, sales, and other industries.
"The partnership aims to enhance educational opportunities for people with disabilities across South Africa. I am honored to make a difference in the lives of those who often face significant barriers," Le Roux said.
Interested candidates can apply through the Miss SA website, the B4i Project website, or the Miss SA mobile app. The program focuses on creating paths to independence and economic participation for people who face barriers to education and employment due to disabilities.
