Our Approach

When young people have the tools, resources, and confidence to shape their own futures, they do more than succeed. They transform entire systems. The way we work is built on that belief.

How we work

By listening, learning, and acting alongside those driving change, we help build a future shaped by the people who know their communities best.

Flexible and long-term funding

Systemic change takes time and the freedom to adapt. We provide flexible, long-term funding that gives partners the stability to plan for the future while remaining responsive to evolving challenges. By removing rigid restrictions and investing beyond short-term programme cycles, we enable organisations to strengthen their impact, scale solutions, and build resilience for the road ahead.

Locally-led

Communities know what works for them. We champion locally-led development by shifting power to those with lived experience and deep-rooted knowledge. Our funding and partnerships prioritise local leadership, ensuring solutions are driven by the people who understand their context best.

Our partners & networks

We work with locally-led organisations, peer networks, and global partners to strengthen communities, shift funding practices, and create opportunities. Our partners bring deep knowledge, leadership, and innovation. Our networks help amplify their work, challenge outdated approaches, and push philanthropy to be more flexible and responsive.

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Young people are the architects of our shared future. By placing them at the heart of our programmes, partnerships and collaborations, we invest in their potential to drive transformative change. We must equip them with the tools and resources they need to become leaders in their communities and contribute to a more just and sustainable world.
Michael Mapstone, CEO, Anglo American Foundation

Where we work

We are a global organisation bridging the Global North and South, creating opportunities where they are needed most. Our focus is on urban and peri-urban areas, where young people are shaping the future of their communities.

We work across Southern Africa and Latin America, building on strong local legacies to support youth leadership, expand economic opportunities, and drive change.
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How we drive change

Young people are at the heart of everything we do. They are the driving force behind solutions to the world’s greatest challenges, yet many of the systems meant to support them are outdated, restrictive, or disconnected from their realities. To truly empower young people, we need a new approach, one that centres their voices, addresses systemic barriers, and invests in their potential for the long term.

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Read our stories

Hope in motion

In the heart of Cape Town’s townships, where challenges often overshadow opportunity, a quiet revolution is underway. Reconstructed Living Labs (RLabs) is not just an organisation. It is a movement, a home, and a launchpad for young people who dare to dream. Born from the belief that hope is contagious, RLabs puts that philosophy into action, empowering youth to shape their own stories and redefine the future of their communities.

How we work

Meet our partners

Our partners are the driving force behind the change we strive for. From grassroots organisations to global networks, they bring expertise, passion, and local knowledge to every programme.

How we work

Each programme we support tells a story of innovation, resilience, and transformation. Explore how our funding is tackling challenges, amplifying youth voices, and building brighter futures through locally-led solutions.

Where we work

From bustling townships in South Africa to vibrant communities in Latin America, our work spans the globe. Learn more about the regions we serve and how we’re empowering youth to lead change in their communities.