19 year old Hlabi, from Hillbrow, has been engaged with MES since his preschool days, starting with Bible clubs and the Kids’ Week programme. Having grown up around MES, he didn’t face major challenges before discovering the organisation but has found immense value in the services offered.
Through community service and Bible intervention, Hlabi learned the importance of unity and the power of the Word of God. The Bible taught him how to distinguish between truth and falsehood, while the community service aspect helped him realise the value of helping one another over selfish intentions.
MES’s influence empowered him to overcome personal doubts, uncovering talents he didn’t know he had, such as dancing and offering therapy. Hlabi’s highlights of his time with MES include how the organisation has shaped him and countless others, fostering a spirit of ubuntu and giving back to the community.
Currently studying towards a Science degree at the University of Johannesburg, his future plans are to be successful, inspire others, and give back to the world in a positive way. When asked if he would recommend MES to others, Hlabi emphatically says, “Ruthlessly.” He believes that MES’s interventions will continue to impact his life for years to come, helping him grow and thrive in his journey.
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