Overview
At Copper Rose Zambia (CRZ), our youth-led hubs provide a fun and safe environment where young people can express themselves and develop their skills. Rooted in the communities we serve, we are committed to being demand-driven, responding to the needs of our fellow community members. Our hubs foster an inclusive atmosphere free from discrimination, welcoming everyone to learn about their sexual and reproductive health rights while acquiring relevant skills for a fulfilling life.
We currently operate two hubs in Lusaka and Kitwe, complemented by digital platforms that extend our reach to youth across the country. Our Youth Hubs focus on three thematic areas, forming the foundation for activities and events tailored to meet community needs.
Objectives
- Fun: Meet new friends, play games, develop youth soft skills and learn new interests.
- Safe Space: A place where young people can be their true selves, learn and discuss any topic without the risk of discrimination, criticism, harassment, or any emotional or physical harm.
- Skills and Youth Development: A place to discover and grow youth interests, careers, and passions.
Impact
- Reached 153 young people skills development activities such as financial literacy training, career development master classes, and Constituency Development Fund training.
- Recruited 157 youth hub members.
- Reached 1166 people digitally with different health topics.
- Launched a Youth Hub book club with 65 members.
- Reached out to 373 young people during fun activities.
Time frame: March 2023 – ongoing
Thematic area: Youth Development & Leadership
