LENA RAMETSE

What does your company do?

SA Youth Events: Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow SA Youth Events is a dynamic youth organization dedicated to uplifting and empowering young people across South Africa through impactful events, mentorship, and leadership development. Founded in 2013 by visionary leader Ms. Lena Rametse, the organization focuses on creating platforms where youth can thrive, express themselves, and become agents of positive change in their communities. Signature Programs and Events: •Miss Phenomenal South Africa – A transformative pageant that celebrates beauty with purpose, promoting mental health awareness, confidence, and advocacy among young women. •The Young Leaders Awards – Recognizing exceptional youth making significant contributions in leadership, entrepreneurship, education, and community service. • I Am Phenomenal High Tea – An elegant and empowering gathering that encourages self-love, confidence, and sisterhood through meaningful dialogue and celebration. •Township Talents Talent Show – A creative showcase of undiscovered talent from South African townships, providing exposure and opportunity for young artists and performers. •LEAD Seminars & Workshops – Skill-building and leadership training sessions that equip youth with the tools to succeed in life and career. •Life Coaching & Mentorship – Personalized coaching aimed at mental wellness, personal growth, and goal-setting to support holistic youth development. SA Youth Events continues to be a beacon of inspiration, nurturing the next generation of phenomenal leaders, changemakers, and innovators.

What is your biggest success?

One of your greatest achievement's was branching out the organisation to be able to accommodate female and male young people. SA youth events solely used to organise Miss Phenomenal Gauteng which expanded to Miss Phenomenal South Africa. The organisation now caters for the boy child Aswell through The Young Leaders awards, ILEAD workshops and seminars. The organisations used to have 80% of supporters in Gauteng we now have 80% of supporters from other provinces and 20% in Gauteng this shows that the organisation has grown remarkably throughout the country and branching out in many communities and impacting the boy child.

What has been your biggest hurdle?

1. Financial Constraints Securing consistent funding is a significant challenge for many youth-focused organizations. Limited financial resources can impact the scale and reach of events, mentorship programs, and community outreach initiatives. Ensuring that youth from underserved communities have access to necessary resources, such as educational materials, technology, and transportation, is crucial. Lack of access can hinder participation and the effectiveness of empowerment programs.