Purpose of Meeting: Mobilizing Youth and Elders Workshop for Old Mutual Date: 27 May 2025
Time: 13:30 PM – 14:13 PM
Venue: NeftalyCDR Offices

Opening

• The meeting commenced at 13:30 PM.
• Opening Song led by Linah Ralepelle.
• Opening Prayer conducted by Daniel Makano.

Attendance

Present:

• Regaugetswe Netshiozwe (Neftaly)
• Linah Ralepelle (Neftaly)
• Lizzy Maseko (Old Mutual – Supplier, Tembisa)
• Kamogelo Mpe (Neftaly)
• Daniel Makano (Neftaly)

Apologies:

• Ntshuxeko Shihangu
• Andrice Macuacua

Discussion Points

1. Introduction and Purpose
   1. Lizzy Maseko, a supplier from Old Mutual based in Tembisa, introduced her role which involves marketing and community engagement.
   1. She elaborated on the “Meet and discuss” program, aimed at bringing together youth and elders for information sharing and empowerment.
   1. The initiative includes training sessions that last approximately two hours and involve both refreshments and knowledge-sharing activities.
2. Logistics and Capacity
   1. Regaugetswe Netshiozwe mentioned he heard that Old Mutual typically caters for 300 attendees.
   1. Maseko confirmed this, stating that the host organization handles venue arrangements and participant coordination, including seating for 300 or more people.
3. Target and Flexibility
   1. Netshiozwe asked if the session would still continue if the target number was not reached.
   1. Maseko confirmed that training will proceed regardless of participant numbers, as facilitators are committed to presenting the content.
4. Recruitment and Resources
   1. Linah Ralepelle inquired about necessary materials and logistics, including:
      1. Chairs
      1. Phones
      1. Date of birth for participants
      1. Microphones
      1. Projector
      1. Venue confirmation
   1. Netshiozwe highlighted that Neftaly is involved in risk management for the day and will assist with recruitment on behalf of Old Mutual.
5. Current Status and Needs
   1. Maseko shared that she reached out to Neftaly to help source beneficiaries.
   1. Regaugetswe says Neftaly currently has 50 potential participants, who are willing to take part in the course.
   1. To meet the 300-participant goal, further mobilization is needed, focusing on youth aged 18 and above.
6. Next Steps
   1. Maseko emphasized that Old Mutual is waiting on partner organizations like Neftaly to mobilize and take initiative.
   1. Linah asked Regaugetswe Netshiozwe for his perspective.
   1. Netshiozwe confirmed he will communicate internally and provide feedback on how Neftaly will proceed with mobilization and coordination.
   1. Linah mentioned that NeftalyCDR will develop a report document and minutes to formally request approval for the Old Mutual workshop.

Closing

• Closing Song: Led by Linah Ralepelle
• Closing Prayer: Delivered by Daniel Makano
• The meeting was adjourned at 14:13 PM