Youth Bridge Trust
Dr. Hajira Mashego PhD is a distinguished professional in the fields of sports physiotherapy and public health, currently serving on the Board of Directors for Fetola and as a Board Member for the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport and the Youth Bridge Trust. Since founding Fitness Junction in 2017, Dr. Mashego has led the gym company as CEO. Previous roles include Director at the Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation, and Director of Scientific Support for SPORT AND RECREATION, where significant contributions were made to talent identification and development in sports. Academic qualifications include a Doctoral degree in Human Movement Sciences and extensive education in project management, policy writing, and social entrepreneurship. Dr. Mashego’s career reflects a strong commitment to improving health and performance in sports through innovative leadership and expertise.
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Youth Bridge Trust
The Youth Bridge Trust (YBT) is an innovative organisation, based in Johannesburg. In partnership with the Ford Foundation, the Trust aims to create opportunities for young people to be successful in the workforce, develop livelihood skills and further their education, through partnerships and collaborations. The Trust has a regional focus and is has developed programmes and partnerships throughout Southern Africa. As a grant-making body rather than an implementing entity, the Trust funds grantees whose programmes and projects align to the vision and mission of the Trust.