The best way to start is just to start

Why did you join the Skills Accelerator opportunity?

I joined the Skills Accelerator opportunity because I heard by word of mouth the good things Rlabs is doing to young individuals. I wanted in so badly hey and when I got the message that they are recruiting people to learn digital skills it took me no hesitation to fill out that form. I joined this program because I knew this is a great opportunity for me to do what I am passionate about and go further into where my destiny lies.

How has Skills Accelerator benefited you thus far?

It has only been a few months and I can already say I am in the right place at the right time. We as humans have a "gut feeling" about things and this decision I made just sits so well with me so far, like something existential is at play here. Never have I felt like I belonged the way I feel about belonging here. I am gaining employable skills and for me the most important thing is I am becoming a better human internally.

What were some of your highlights?

For me the highlight of this journey I am on with Rlabs is how I am improving my mental and emotional state through the courses that Rlabs gave to us. I did not expect it and I quite naively just thought it was going to be digital skills training. The one lowlight I have which is not related to Rlabs is that some individuals that are also in this venture are not seeing how critical this could be for their lives. I do not blame them because I do not know their lives and situations but my heart and prayers goes out to them.

What would you tell unemployed youth about this opportunity?

My advice to youth that is unemployed is to keep searching, keep moving and stay positive. Be willing to learn anything and everything. Ask people for help. Don't expect anything to be handed to you and be willing to work hard for it. Get involved in the community in a positive way you have something in you already to give to others.The best way to start is just to start.