EMPOWERING YOUTH TO DRIVE ECONOMIC CHANGE

 

Welcome to REF – Rerohle Economic Forum

Empowering Youth to Drive Economic Change

At REF (Rerohle Economic Forum), we believe that young people are not just the future — we are the now. Born out of a need to give youth a meaningful voice in economic matters, REF is a youth-led initiative dedicated to economic inclusion, education, and policy influence in South Africa.

REF is more than a platform. We are a movement of forward-thinking, action-driven young minds committed to reshaping the economy from the ground up.

🔑 What We Stand For:

• Youth Empowerment: Creating real opportunities for young people to participate in economic planning and decision-making.

• Dialogue & Debate: Hosting forums, discussions, and roundtables that bring together youth and decision-makers to tackle economic issues head-on.

• Research & Innovation: Conducting research, writing reports, and exploring creative solutions to the biggest challenges facing our economy.

• Actionable Change: Engaging government, business leaders, and communities to turn ideas into real-world impact.

💡 Why We Exist:

Too often, young people are sidelined when it comes to economics and policy — yet we are the most affected. REF was established to change that narrative by equipping youth with the tools, knowledge, and platforms needed to lead confidently and collaboratively.

📢 Get Involved:

Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, economist, activist, or simply passionate about change — REF welcomes you. There’s room for your voice, your skills, and your vision.

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Follow our journey as we publish articles, updates, research, and opportunities to get involved.
Together, we can build an economy that works for everyone — starting with youth.

#YouthEconomics #REF2025 #DriveTheChange

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