At Envirocentral and All4Youth, we believe that every young person deserves access to the skills and opportunities they need to build a future of their choosing. This belief recently guided us through one of our most rewarding projects yet—a journey that began with advocacy and led to a groundbreaking digital pilot at the Johannesburg School of Autism.Here is the story of how we introduced the Microsoft Ikamva Digital platform to learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and the powerful progress we witnessed along the way.
The Journey
The journey
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The spark #1
Despite their unique needs, learners from the Johannesburg School of Autism bravely took the stage at the CEO Youth Connect to personally advocate for inclusive workplace opportunities and a seat at the table.
Partnership #2
In response to that powerful call, Envirocentral and All4Youth formed a strategic partnership to pilot the Microsoft Ikamva Digital platform, adapting it specifically for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Train the trainer #3
We equipped three dedicated teachers with comprehensive training on the Ikamva platform, empowering them to seamlessly integrate these digital tools into their weekly lesson plans.
Expert support #4
Collaborating with both learning design experts and the school’s therapists, we developed custom support materials and sensory‑friendly guides to ensure the content was truly accessible.
Holiday sessions #5
To bridge the gap between school and home, we hosted special holiday sessions where parents learned to use the platform, enabling consistent learning support beyond the classroom.
Extra boost #6
We enhanced the program with the Lefa learning portal, offering supplementary exercises and resources that allowed learners to practice digital skills at their own pace.
Progress #7
Although we faced hurdles adapting the TVET‑focused content, the learners have made remarkable strides, completing learning paths and sharing overwhelmingly positive feedback about their experience.
Momentum
78% done
+30 learners
92% positive
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