Address
289 Victoria Rd.
Salt River, Cape Town, 7925
Work Hours
Monday to Friday: 7AM - 5PM
What we do
With a deep belief in the transforming power of God. Beth Uriel. “House of Light” aims to provide young men from impoverished communities the chance to pursue meaningful, independent lives through a supportive living environment connections to educational opportunities, positive social alternatives, and life skill training.
Accomodation
Beth Uriel Boys Home has a maximum capacity of 32 and offers accommodation to young men (between the age of 18 and 24) from previously disadvantaged circumstances. The goal here is to provide these young men with a safe environment to further their lives.
Education
(Re)integration into school and academic support is one of the primary concerns of Beth Uriel. The home is there to provide the boys with an environment that is safe for them to study and encourages all of them to (re)enter schools, depending on whether they have stayed out of school.
Life skills and job readiness
Another pillar for preparation for independent living are life skills. First of all the program seeks to sort out the young men's paperwork (ID-papers, birth certificate, passport) since in most cases these papers either do not exist or have been lost somewhere in time.
Family reunification
Not all the boys in the home have relatives (in the vicinity). But for those who do have relatives, the final part of growing these young men into independence is to try and (re)connect them with their family (if they have been out of touch or separated for some reason).
Holiday program
During the school holidays most of these young men stay at the home since in most cases they do not have a home or family to go to for the holidays. Some others will take the opportunity to "sign out" for the school holidays and spend it with their family or friends.
Mekasi Kafe
A great career opportunity for the boys here at Beth Uriel is barista training. With this, some young men who cannot go to school due to age or paperwork hereby get a chance to make a career out of making coffee and use all their learnt skills in the future.
Our Objective
Beth Uriel, meaning “House of Light,” in Hebrew, is a non-profit organization based in Cape Town, South Africa. They provide a supportive home environment for young men from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them pursue meaningful, independent lives. The organization offers assistance with education, practical training, and life skills development. They also run social enterprises, such as a coffee shop and a fashion brand, to teach entrepreneurial skills and provide work experience. Beth Uriel aims to empower these young men to achieve their full potential and transform their lives and communities.
The home is run like a family household, with the young men having chores and responsibilities such as cleaning and cooking. Each young man creates a growth plan and sets goals, which are reviewed quarterly to ensure they stay on track. Beth Uriel also covers the costs of food, transport, school books, stationery, and other expenses.
Educational Support and Reintegration at Beth Uriel
Beth Uriel is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for boys to reintegrate into school and enhance their education. With programs such as evening study hours, tutoring assistance, and a “school-in-a-box” home-schooling initiative, the organization aims to help all residents achieve their matric certificates, catering to both current students and those needing to catch up academically.
Education
Beth Uriel focuses on the education and reintegration of boys into school, providing a safe environment for them to study. The organization supports those who have been out of school and those currently enrolled, with the primary aim of helping them obtain their matric certificates.
Beth Uriel supplies students with stationery and a designated study room where everyone must study for 1-2 hours each evening to facilitate learning. A computer room is also available for those needing access to technology. Older students are encouraged to assist younger ones with their studies, and tutoring programs have been established to provide additional educational support and address any personal challenges the boys may face.
For students unable to attend traditional school, Beth Uriel offers a “school-in-a-box” home-schooling program. This program allows students to study online and prepare for national exams with tutor assistance. It is also available for those who want to return to school but have missed enrollment deadlines, enabling them to continue their education independently in the meantime.
Empowering Youth Through Coffee: The Beth Uriel Cafe Experience
Beth Uriel Cafe is more than just a coffee shop it’s a transformative program dedicated to empowering young boys with essential skills for the future.
Beth Uriel Cafe
Beth Uriel, barista training provides an incredible career opportunity for the young men in our care. For those unable to attend school due to age or paperwork challenges, this program offers a pathway to build a future in the coffee industry. Beth Uriel Cafe, the coffeeshop at Beth Uriel, is fully managed by the boys themselves, and all profits directly support the home.
The young men receive professional barista training, earning certifications that they can include on their CVs, along with valuable work experience at Beth Uriel Cafe. This opportunity also allows them to develop essential hospitality skills. The coffeeshop is equipped with professional-grade coffee machines and tills, identical to those used in top-tier cafés, restaurants, and bars. By mastering the coffee-making process, learning to use industry-standard equipment, and honing customer service skills, these young men gain a competitive edge when seeking employment as baristas.
Beyond training, Beth Uriel Cafe serves as a “business card” for Beth Uriel, offering a warm and welcoming space for visitors, including tourist groups and local coffee enthusiasts. Profits from coffee sales and merchandise such as t-shirts, hoodies go directly towards supporting the home. By purchasing from Beth Uriel Cafe, visitors are not only enjoying quality products but also actively contributing to the futures of these young men.
Most importantly, Beth Uriel Cafe is about empowerment—teaching the art and highly sought-after skill of coffee-making while providing a stepping stone to a promising career in the hospitality industry.
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