Stepping Stones International
Malatsi Seleka, PhD, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in community development and research. Currently serving as the Collaboration Learning and Adapting Coordinator at Stepping Stones International since July 2022, Seleka previously worked as an External Community Development Consultant at the Institute of Development Management - Botswana from January 2016 to May 2022. Earlier roles include serving as a Research Officer at the University of Botswana from May 2010 to December 2012. Academically, Seleka holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Africa Studies, focusing on Peace and Conflict in Context from the University of the Free State (2017 - 2022), a Master of Arts in Development Studies from the University of Botswana (2013 - 2015), and a Bachelor of Arts in Archaeology from the University of Botswana (2005 - 2009).
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Stepping Stones International
Stepping Stones International is an innovative after school and community outreach program established in 2006 in Mochudi, Botswana that serves orphaned and vulnerable adolescents (ages 12-25+) and their caregivers. Through school counselors and the community, SSI identify orphaned and vulnerable youth who under-perform academically, live in abusive environments or have basic unmet needs. Through a holistic program model, which combines life skills, leadership, psychosocial support and community mobilization we enable youth to heal the scars of the past and reconnect with their lost childhood, while growing into self-sufficient young adults. With 27% of all orphans in Botswana aged between 14 and 17 years (Botswana AIDS impact Survey, BAIS III 2008), SSI stands as a pioneer being the first organization to specifically address the unmet needs of these youth. SSI is proud to have served over 7000+ youth and have flourished in Botswana for 10 years as for 2016.