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Submission Number: 150
Submission ID: 1049
Submission UUID: d609b51a-e54e-4854-8dd2-5248ce2025b0
Submission URI: /2025/abstracts
Created: Fri, 05/30/2025 - 09:31
Completed: Fri, 05/30/2025 - 10:03
Changed: Mon, 06/23/2025 - 13:14
Remote IP address: 41.76.218.18
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Abstract
| Title | Mr. |
|---|---|
| Lastname | Van rooyen |
| Firstname | Christofer |
| chrisvr19@gmail.com | |
| Mobile | 0664808291 |
| Institution | University of witwatersrand |
| Biosketch | He possesses an impressive array of qualifications: - Executive Certificate in Policy from the prestigious Harvard University Kennedy School - Master’s Degree in Public Policy with a specialisation in Monitoring and Evaluation from the University of Witwatersrand - Master’s Degree in Development Studies from the University of Pretoria, with a focus on Youth and Crime - Degree in HIV and AIDS Management from Sefako Makgatho Health Science University - Project Management certification from the renowned Stellenbosch Business School - Data Analysis Course from the University of Cape Town - Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Stellenbosch Chris played a crucial role in shaping the National Strategic Plan for HIV/AIDS, TB, and STIs for 2023-2028. Currently, he serves on the Government Task Team within the presidency. His strong background in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder coordination enables him to excel in policy development, strategic planning, and program implementation in the social and health sectors. He also has extensive experience in establishing monitoring systems for Community-Based Organisations across the country. |
| Is there a Second Presenter? | No |
| Title of Presentatation | A social-ecological perspective on the roles of YOLO facilitators in a Youth HIV Prevention Programme. |
| Theme Selection | THEME 2: Social Work and the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) |
| Subtheme TWO Selection | SUB 2.2 Research and practice strategies pertaining to health, mental health and wellbeing including poverty eradication, quality education, gender equality, decent work and economic growth. |
| Select your Presentation Type | Oral Presentation |
| Abstract | In South Africa, young people aged 15 to 24 face a high risk of contracting HIV due to unsafe sexual practices. The Department of Social Development launched the “You Only Live Once” (YOLO) community-based HIV prevention programme to reduce risky behaviour among the youth. YOLO employs facilitators who provide structured information on self-care, assertiveness, and peer pressure, following a social-ecological model focused on children and youth. This study explores the roles of YOLO facilitators through the lens of this model, examining the interplay of individual, interpersonal, and community levels. Conducted in Matlosana, a community grappling with high HIV rates, youth unemployment, and violence, the research involved ten facilitators who shared similar backgrounds to their participants. The research recruited participants through non-probability sampling methods. The method limits the researcher's biases in the selection process. Ten YOLO facilitators participated in the research. The YOLO facilitators represented various age groups, races, genders, skill sets and experiences in the field. Using descriptive qualitative methods, semi-structured interviews were conducted, and thematic data analysis revealed key themes at micro, meso, and macro levels. Ethical clearance was granted by the University of Witwatersrand, with permissions from the National Department of Social Development and the NPO Board. The study found that YOLO facilitators function as “wounded healers”. The researcher discussed the risk of being a wounded healer in the context of the study. The researcher recommends that it is essential to ensure that YOLO facilitators are aware of potential risks and that NPOs provide a safe and supportive environment to mitigate them. YOLO facilitators’ personal experiences can undoubtedly assist them in developing empathy and sympathy, but it is essential to strike a balance between personal growth and personal harm. |
| Title | Mr |
| Firstname | Luvuyo |
| Lastname | Teko |
| Does the Abstract fit the selected Theme? | Yes |
| What Area does this Abstract Focus on? | Empirical Research |
| Status | Accepted |
| Title | Dr |
| Firstname | Poppy |
| Lastname | Masinga |
| Does the Abstract fit the selected Theme? | Yes |
| What Area does this Abstract Focus on? | Empirical Research |
| Status | Accepted |