Equipping Men to Make a Difference in the Lives of Boys: Dare Facilitator Training in Mossel Bay

In August, we had the opportunity to facilitate a Dare In-Person Facilitator Training in Mossel Bay, equipping a group of passionate individuals to use the Dare program to positively impact the lives of boys in their communities.

The training was specifically requested by Arise Boy Child, an organisation committed to the transformation and development of the boy child. Nine participants took part in the training, with Emlyn facilitating the day.

Throughout the training, participants explored key themes that shape the lives of young people, including identity, relationships, sex, manhood and purpose. The sessions created space for honest conversations, reflection and discussion around the challenges facing boys today and the importance of providing them with positive guidance and support.

It was particularly encouraging to see participants recognise the need for programs like Dare in their communities. One participant reflected on the impact of the training:

“Very impactful, realising the life our community teaches or provides to our children and immediate remedy is needed. It also made me realise that even we as facilitators still need renewal of mind.”

Another participant shared how the practical nature of the training had inspired them to share what they had learned with the next generation:

“Practical training impacted me in a good way… I would have done better in my path back then. I will share the information to more young girls and boys to better than us.”

The training also highlighted the importance of creating spaces where adults themselves can learn, reflect and grow as they prepare to guide young people. By investing in facilitators, we hope to see the impact of Dare extend beyond the training room and into the lives of the boys and communities they serve.

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Participants also recognised the potential for Dare to have a wider reach through existing community structures. One participant commented:

“If programs like this can also be part of our churches, we would have a better understanding and positive impact on our society.”

We are grateful to Arise Boy Child for their commitment to investing in the next generation and for bringing together a group of people passionate about seeing boys grow into confident, healthy and purpose-driven young men.

As we continue to equip facilitators across South Africa, our hope is that more boys will have access to safe, meaningful spaces where they can explore who they are, understand their worth and discover the kind of men they are capable of becoming.