Mzansi Arts Development Ensemble
Transforming Marginalised Youth into Creative Professionals
Mzansi Arts Development Ensemble
MADE'S UNIQUE OFFERING & SOCIAL IMPACT
Integrated Arts Training + Academic Pathway
MADE offers an intensive, transformative training program that strategically blends academic preparation with performing and fine arts development spanning dance, theatre, music, and crafts. This dual approach equips participants for both higher education and creative careers.
Deep Community Roots & Cultural Amplification
As a registered, community-driven non-profit, MADE is rooted in addressing the structural gaps affecting the South African arts sector particularly skills shortages, recognition deficits, and economic exclusion of historically disadvantaged artists and youth.
Accredited & Purposeful Training Programs
MADE holds official accreditations (CATHSSETA) for qualifications in dance instruction and music, providing credibility and structured pathways for learners.
Social Impact of Made
Empowerment Through the Performing Arts MADE leverages the arts as a tool for youth education, personal development, and empowerment, offering participants a platform to explore talents and foster their artistic potential.
Cultural Preservation & Social Cohesion
Through community-driven programs, MADE promotes the celebration and documentation of local culture while fostering mutual respect, Ubuntu, and understanding across diverse cultural identities.
Economic & Creative Sector Development
By building creative skills and supporting artists, MADE contributes to inclusive economic growth and job creation in the arts, especially among youth and underserved communities.
High Visibility of Local Talent
MADE helped facilitate the installation of large-scale three-dimensional murals by KwaMashu-born artist Sifiso Ngcobo at Dr Pixley Ka-Isaka Seme Hospital. This provides creative exposure and establishes public art as a tourism and cultural heritage feature.
Trust and Worth
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Accredited Music & Dance Training
We deliver high-quality, CATHSSETA-accredited training in Music and Dance Instruction. Our programmes equip young people with recognised qualifications and practical skills, preparing them for higher education or entry into the creative economy.
Community Based Non-Accredited Training
We provide non-accredited training, life skills, and cultural programmes in townships and vulnerable communities. Our outreach initiatives also include relief projects, supporting youth and families with tools for resilience and growth.
Visual Arts Development & Market Access
Our Visual Art Programme features two streams: Development & Installation for Clients and Art Working for Artists. We mentor creatives, provide platforms for showcasing their work, and create opportunities for market access and client commissions.
Community Outreach and Awareness
Beyond arts training, MADE uplifts communities through disaster relief, humanitarian aid, life skills workshops, and the #MyKwaMashuTownshipExperience campaign, which preserves the township’s history and culture building resilience, empathy, and dignity where needed most.
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Community Driven Programs
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