Date and Nature of Achievement

Source of Recognition and Awards

Reason for Recognition

Sept 2000
Fellowship

Ashoka Innovators for the Public

Concept’s ability to change communities and its potential to become a societal norm.

July 2001
Finalist

Global Development Network

One of the ten most innovative projects for alleviating poverty.

Nov 2001
President’s Award

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

Creating positive self images, developing
leadership and empowering youth to be self-sufficient and pro-active in their education.

Aug 2001
Winner

Elle-Elizabeth Arden Visible Difference Award

Commitment to the upliftment of others.

Dec 2002
Short-listed

Department of Trade & Industry - Business Award
           

Working across sectors to contribute to economic growth and create employment.

Sept 2003
Recognition

National Minister of Social Development

Contributing to and participating in the International Day of Poverty Eradication.

April 2005
Short-listed

Amstel Salute to Success           

Excellence in field of expertise

Sept 2006
Nominated

Black Business Quarterly Award

Corporate Social Investment

Nov 2006
Award 

Faculty of Management: University of Johannesburg

Entrepreneurship and enterprise development

May 2007

National Department of Education

Concept is included in the Grade 12 Business Sciences school curriculum