Navigating adulthood: The need for peer support
In the bustling world of today, young adults face a myriad of challenges as they navigate the path to adulthood. Recognising the need for peer support during this critical period, 5th Place has designed a transformative Peer Support Coaching Programme. This ten-module course equips young adults with the skills to effectively support their peers, fostering a community of resilience and mutual growth.
Beyond coaching: An immersive journey into self-awareness and resilience
The programme is not merely a coaching course. It is an immersive journey into self-awareness, emotional intelligence, resilience, conflict resolution, and self-care. It provides a platform for young adults, particularly those in leadership roles or those interested in mentoring their peers, to develop essential life and interpersonal skills.
Peer Support Coaching Programme
Participants have lauded the programme for its practical approach, describing it as transformative and exceeding their expectations. They have particularly appreciated the focus on active listening, personal responsibility, and self-awareness skills, which have empowered them to provide effective support to their peers.
Transformative impact: Participant testimonials
Recently, 5th Place received a heartening testimonial from the Sizanani Mentorship Programme, an organisation dedicated to assisting high school learners from Alexandra township in Johannesburg. The feedback highlighted the profound impact the Peer Support Coaching Programme has had on their alumni of the St Mary's School Ikusasa Lethu programme.
Success stories: Testimonial from Sizanani Mentorship Programme
“It was a great experience for me in a sense that I learnt quite a lot about myself and was able to discover a lot more about my intentions than I had quite anticipated” - Chantal Mashele
“I am very glad about the training it was the best and would do it more because it helped me understand a lot not only about me but other people’s emotions and challenges." - Sarah Ramogale
“This has given me a lot of Self awareness and how to pay attention to my inner being, it gave me an acceptance of where I am taking a step forward." - Patricia Moholo
These reflections underscore the transformative power of peer support and the effectiveness of the coaching skills imparted through the programme. The participants' reflections reveal not only the personal growth they experienced but also their eagerness to use their newfound skills to support others.
Reflecting on personal growth and peer support
This feedback underscores the transformative power of peer support and the effectiveness of the coaching skills imparted through the programme. The participants' reflections reveal not only the personal growth they experienced but also their eagerness to use their newfound skills to support others.
The positive impact and evolution of the Peer Support Coaching Programme
5th Place is immensely proud of the positive impact the Peer Support Coaching Programme is having on young adults. The programme continues to evolve, driven by the commitment to empower young adults to support each other through the challenges of transitioning to adulthood.
Get in touch: Explore the benefits of the Peer Support Coaching Programme
For more information about the Peer Support Coaching Programme or to explore how it can benefit your community, feel free to get in touch with us.
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5th Place
5th Place is a dynamic organization that's passionate about emotional fitness. We're the creators of Shape of Emotion, a revolutionary tool that's changing the way we understand and manage our emotions. But we're not just about theory - we're about practical, tangible change.
We offer Emotional Fitness Classes and courses that help individuals, from children to adults, build emotional resilience and well-being. For our younger audience, we've created the Vibarealm, a vibrant universe that encourages a healthier interaction with emotions.
Join us on this journey to emotional fitness and let's make the world a better place together.