ZDC and Teen Wellbeing in Gauteng

We are excited to host you at the Gauteng Teen Wellbeing Learning Exchange and Exhibition, convened by The Zero Dropout Campaign, an incubated project of The DG Murray Trust.

Our work has increasingly highlighted the strong connection between school dropout and broader issues of teen wellbeing. In response, we are expanding our focus to contribute to a stronger, more coordinated national response for young people in South Africa.

The Learning Exchange forms part of an ongoing engagement process designed to bring together organisations and practitioners working with teens and build a national advocacy strategy for teen wellbeing (2 participants from each organisation). Your work and expertise make an important contribution to this effort, and we would greatly value your participation in this conversation. The session will provide an opportunity to share insights, identify priorities and gaps, strengthen connections across the sector, and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Learning Exchange Details

Date: 2 July 2026

Time: 8:30 - 16:30

Venue: Trevor Huddleston Memorial Centre

Address: 71 Toby Street, Sophiatown, Johannesburg, 2092

RSVP Deadline: 24 June 2026 via Quicket

Exhibition Details

Our exhibition, Hanging by a Thread, is available for the public to experience at the Trevor Huddleston Memorial Centre for free from 29 June to 2 July 2026. This exhibition invites South Africa to step into the world of teens through an immersive, gallery-style experience. Using powerful visuals and interactive elements, it fosters empathy and a deeper understanding of the challenges shaping teen wellbeing in South Africa.