At just 12 years old, Trisdun Robbetze has already proven that age is no barrier to making a positive impact. Her journey into community involvement began in 2021 when she volunteered to help pack food parcels for underprivileged university students. After seeing the difference these efforts made in the lives of others, she was inspired to take action herself.
In 2024, Die Voortrekkers (Org Meyer Voortrekkers' Elephant Team) discussed community engagement projects, and their December homework assignment was to identify problems in the community and come up with ways to solve them. Trisdun went beyond this assignment and created a comprehensive project plan to start her own project in 2025. She approached Stuttaford Van Lines, who agreed to provide boxes for her project.
Determined to make a difference, Trisdun started Projek Saamstaan, a community project that aims to collect second-hand items for families in need. Her involvement with the Voortrekkers connected her with a Rata Social Services counselor, who is now supporting her to bring this project to life.
Through Saamstaan, Trisdun aims not only to provide essential items to struggling families, but also to encourage a spirit of giving and unity within the community. She believes that small acts of kindness can have a ripple effect, inspiring others to lend a helping hand.
Trisdun is a pupil at President Steyn Primary School in Alberton. Her dedication and leadership continue to shine through her independent efforts.
Trisdun Robbetze's efforts fit beautifully with the core values and principles of Die Voortrekkers. This youth organization emphasizes leadership, service, and community involvement. Here's how Trisdun's project fits in:
- Service and Citizenship : The Voortrekkers encourage their members to be contributing citizens and provide voluntary service. Trisdun's initiative to collect second-hand items for families in need embodies this principle, as she actively works to improve her community.
- Christian Values : The organization is founded on Christian principles, which promote a lifestyle of helping others and kindness. Trisdun's project, Saamstaan, embodies these values by promoting a spirit of giving and unity.
- Leadership : The Voortrekkers strive to develop young leaders who can take initiative and make a positive impact. At just 12 years old, Trisdun demonstrated remarkable leadership by not only identifying a community need, but also creating and executing a plan to address it.
- Community Involvement : The Voortrekkers encourage their members to be actively involved in their communities. Trisdun's project is a perfect example of this, as she connects with local businesses and social services to support her cause.
Trisdun's journey and her project, Saamstaan, are testament to the values that Die Voortrekkers stand for, demonstrating that young people can indeed make a significant difference in their communities.
To help Saamstaan grow, Trisdun is looking for individuals and companies willing to support her project. Businesses can help by placing a donation box in their reception area where staff and customers can contribute clothing, toys and books.
For collection arrangements or to get involved, please call or WhatsApp Waldo at 073 029 0052 or Christa at 076 090 1683 or send an email to bemarking@orgmeyer.co.za
Left to Right : Eben Meyer, Trisdun Robbetze, Stephan Human, Phillip-William
Kühn
Back (Left to Right):
Willie-Waldo Kühn (Deputy Field Cornet), Stephanie Human (Home Council), Trisdun Robbetze,
Stephan Human
Front (Left to Right):
Derby Human (Home Council), Rev. Francois Meyer (Field Cornet), Eben Meyer (Youth Leader), Derick Smith, Phillip-William Kühn
