Question 1

Who is Conray Marcus?

Accepted Answer

Conray Marcus is the Founder & CEO of Conray Wilbur Marcus Youth Development, a Western Cape-based initiative empowering disadvantaged youth through career exhibitions and career clubs. The organisation is patroned by Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman of Gift of the Givers.

Question 2

What is your mission?

Accepted Answer

To engage Grade 11 & 12 learners and unemployed youth with career guidance, bursary information and mentorship — building partnerships with schools, government and institutions, and encouraging young people to think positively and plan for success.

Question 3

How can I volunteer?

Accepted Answer

Visit the Get Involved page and complete the Volunteer Registration form. Our team will contact you about current opportunities that match your skills and availability.

Question 4

How do I donate?

Accepted Answer

You can make a once-off or monthly donation via the Donate section on our Get Involved page. All donations directly fund our career exhibitions and career clubs.

Question 5

How do I become a mentor?

Accepted Answer

Complete the mentor application on the Get Involved page. Career Club mentors are working professionals who commit to supporting a small group of learners over an extended period.

Question 6

What programmes do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We run two flagship programmes: large-scale Career Exhibitions connecting learners with universities, colleges, banks, government departments and corporates, and ongoing Career Clubs offering ongoing mentorship — see the Programs page for details.

Question 7

Which age groups do you assist?

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We primarily serve Grade 11 & 12 learners, as well as out-of-school and unemployed youth in urban and rural areas of the Western Cape.

Question 8

Where are you located?

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We're based in the Western Cape, South Africa, and run career exhibitions and career clubs across the province.

Question 9

How do schools partner with you?

Accepted Answer

Schools can reach out via the Contact page or the School Partnerships form under Get Involved to host a career exhibition or refer learners to a Career Club.

Question 10

Can companies sponsor projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes — universities, colleges, banks, government departments and corporates all participate in our Career Exhibitions. Complete the Sponsor or Corporate CSI form on the Get Involved page and our team will be in touch.

Question 11

How do I register for a programme?

Accepted Answer

Each programme listing includes a registration link, or you can contact us directly and our team will guide you to the right next step.

Question 12

How can I contact Conray?

Accepted Answer

Use the Contact page form, email conray@conraymarcusyouthdevelopment.co.za, or reach out via WhatsApp — details are on the Contact page.

Question 13

How do I book a speaking engagement?

Accepted Answer

Please use the Contact form and select 'Speaking Engagement' as the subject, including your event date and audience details.

Question 14

How do I become a partner?

Accepted Answer

Complete the Partnership form on the Get Involved page, describing your organisation and the collaboration you have in mind.

Question 15

What is a Career Exhibition?

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A large-scale event bringing universities, colleges, banks, government departments and corporates together in one venue, giving learners direct access to career and bursary information.

Question 16

What is a Career Club?

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A smaller, ongoing group selected from exhibition attendees, offering continued mentorship, bursary/NSFAS application support and career guidance from working professionals.

Question 17

Do you help with bursary and NSFAS applications?

Accepted Answer

Yes — bursary information and application support are a core part of both our Career Exhibitions and Career Clubs.

Question 18

Can I make monthly donations?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the Donate form on our Get Involved page lets you choose between a once-off or recurring monthly donation.

Question 19

How do I join a Career Club?

Accepted Answer

Career Club members are selected from Career Exhibition attendees, or you can register your interest directly via the Get Involved page.

Question 20

How can I support youth development?

Accepted Answer

You can support us by volunteering, mentoring, donating, sponsoring an exhibition, or partnering as a school, institution or business — every form of support helps.

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