Living Books
Our Nation's Elders: Fonts of Wisdom, Keys to Our Future
Living Books: Intergenerational Dialogue at a Glance
- Focus area
- Heritage
- Location
- South Africa
- Status
- Active — running since March 2021
- Run by
- Pranic Energy Healing Africa NPC (registration 2021/460271/08)
- How to support
- Donations and volunteer applications — see the Donate and Contact pages
National Treasures, Storehouses of Wisdom
Our senior citizens are national treasures
Storehouses of wisdom accrued over decades of experience. Their insights and knowledge are invaluable resources we must tap into to secure our nation's future.
New Initiative
Pranic Energy Healing Outreach Program has launched an exciting initiative to foster intergenerational dialogue between our seniors and our youth.
Bridging Generations
Connecting wisdom with energy
By bringing together these groups, we aim to harvest our elders' wisdom while empowering our youth and equipping them with the tools they need to enact positive change.
Developing Socially Impactful Programs
Business Plans
Seniors and youth collaborate to develop comprehensive business plans that address real community needs
Skills Training
Creating programs that transfer practical knowledge and life skills across generations
Community Enrichment
Initiatives designed to enrich and uplift communities through collaborative action
Unity will be their strength
As they work together to transform and revitalize their neighborhoods through committed engagement
See the Power of Intergenerational Connection
The Heart and Soul of Our Nation
Even in the face of urban poverty and disadvantage
Our seniors and youth represent the heart and soul of our nation. By joining forces, they can ignite hope and positive change.
Collaborative Spirit
Their collaborative spirit epitomizes the power of community and demonstrates that we are greater together than apart
At Pranic Energy Healing Outreach Program, we are proud to nurture this alliance for change. Our seniors and youth inspire us with their energy, idealism and cooperative vision.
Securing Our Shared Destiny
By learning from our elders and investing in our youth, we are securing our shared destiny and writing the next proud chapter in our nation's ongoing story.
Together, generations unite to build a brighter future
Help Us Bridge Generations
Your donation helps us provide essential support for this transformative program
Volunteer Transport
Covering travel costs for volunteers facilitating intergenerational sessions
Children's Needs
Providing refreshments and meals for youth participants
Elderly Support
Ensuring comfort with refreshments for senior participants
Explore More of Our Work
Every initiative addresses a different dimension of community wellbeing.
Every Contribution Makes a Difference
Support volunteers, children, and elderly participants, and help us continue fostering the intergenerational connections that strengthen our communities.