Valesca Erlank
SA Humanitarian/African Political Activist
Born 20-07-1985
in Knysna
South Africa
Her personal value:
Honest and truthful; Dynamic energy; Teaching and leading others; Confidence which enables her to achieve objectives; Loyal, natural balance; Social Skills;Imaginative; Good with words; Strong communication skills; Warm and devoted, ability to rise to any situation; Orator (Public speaking); Warm hearted and compassionate; Noble, unbiased, empathetic; Good writing ability; Sensitive, vigorous and creative; Unconditional love for all humanity/communities.
Hands-on experience within the following:
Public speaking; Fundraising; Community project initiatives; Politics (South Africa & Africa); Administration; Leadership; Awards; Social responsibility; Management; Public relations; Coordinating; Debates; Inspiration; Motivation; Media; Visions; Missions.
Business Address
Educational history
Secondary
P.W. Botha College, George (2003)
Tertiary
Pretoria, South Africa | 2012 - present
African Leadership - African Politics
Pretoria, South Africa | 2012 - present
Women Rights & Communications - African Leadership
Achievements
Awards
2nd Runner Up Role Model | Mzantsi Rolemodels | 2010
Mzantsi Africa | Philanthropist (Humanitarian) Award 2010 | 2010
Mzantsi Africa | Debutante Award 2010 | 2010
Mzantsi Africa | Overall Debutante Award 2010 | 2010
Mzantsi Africa | Overall Philanthropist (Humanitarian) Award 2010 | 2010
Shortlist and nomination
Nominated for: Best use of advocacy
Category: Community
Nominated for: Extraordinary Women
Category: Community Builder and Humanitarian
media exposure
Deliver youth speech; African youth leadership: Nairobi Kenya
Western Cape Humanitarian Awards/ Role Model
Western Cape Humanitarian Award Nominations
Academic Achievements
Debutante | 2003
PW Botha
Public Speaking | 2003
PW Botha
Other Achievements
Youth Group Leader | 2003
VCSV (2002 & 2003)
Youth Leader | 2002
NG Church Tuinedal George (2001 & 2002)
Office of the Vice President, Nairobi, Kenya
Kariobangi South, Kenya Christ Chapel Orphanage
Activities
Memberships
SA Representative , 2011 - present
Youth Development International
community
Committee Member, 2007 - present
Thembalethu HAART
Fundraiser/ HIV/Aids Activist, 2007 - present
Highly Active Ante-retroviral Therapy Project
Other Activities
Anti Apartheid Activist
Volunteer, 1992 - 1995
STOP CRIME CAMPAIGN HEIDELBERG WC:
Set up events and weekly meetings at least twice a week at a community hall for the youth (white & coloured) to become friends, learn the cultures and educate them about the problems faced among humanity. (Drugs, sexual activity among teens, crime, abuse)
This was done by acts, dances and public speaking. Raising issues in the community which had to be addressed and our voices had to be heard alongside the words: ‘’Say NO to APARTHEID!
Testimonials
Vice President Hon. Dr Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka
"''I want to take the opportunity to welcome Valesca, all the way of the Republic of South Africa. She is doing tremendous work and coming to Kenya as inspirational speaker, bringing together the youth of Kenya. Inspirational young leader who cares so much about the less privileged. Valesca will also visit orphanages and her heart is there, working for those who are disadvantaged. I want to thank her. This show how close; South Africa and Kenya have come. This is the way to go. God BLESS you, Valesca.''" - 2011
Bonnie Kim; AUTHOR & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER/CO Founder ITF Kenya
"Valesca has a heart of gold. Her humanitarian heart for the world is beyond limits. I was so much humbled to see her love towards our orphanage children's and as she visited Vice President of Kenya, Kalonzo Musyoka Foundation and bought foods and gifts for them. She holds heart that needs to be shared by everyone. Deep within her she is ready to help everyone, her work is exceptional, quality and superior excellent service towards the lowly." - 2011
Piet van der Hoven; Chief Whip for the African National Congress (George)
"Her sunny, outgoing personality, her positive spirit and her clear vision about a democratic, non racial, non sexist, free South Africa contribute to a great extend." - 2006
Paul Adams; TSiBA
"The following week I lecture which means you as key note speaker would have delivered this amazing inspirational word of faith; courage; love; forgiveness and hope to the multitudes. The first of many to follow. I can feel it in my bones. " - 2011
Owen 'mshengu' Greenland; American Writer
"Valesca, what a brilliant mind you have." - 2011
Lungisa Daca
"Thanks so much Valesca for sharing with us your provision for the Kenyan people. We hope the words will do the trik and inspire the youth of that country to aspire for a better country and a better Africa. We hope these words will help bring about hope where there was none especially for the youth. Best of luck in your trip." - 2011
Marc Noel; EU COOPS Brussels
"Much is in you!" - 2010
Warren Whitfield; CEO Addiction Action Campaign
"Why aren't there more people like you on this planet?" - 2010
Leonard Ramatlakane; Previous Minister of Community Safety in the Western Cape
"I am delighted to hear your positive attitude. It makes me believe in the future with fighters like you for the youth. That's very good attitude, being positive is what makes life much exciting.
" - 2010
Dr. Phillip David Dexter; National Spokesperson for the Congress of the People
"I sense great love, courage and kindness in you. Wise beyond your years stay that way and you will always lead. Leaders are never born, they are produced by history. You could be the one." - 2010
Bonga Shembe; African National Congress
"Your words are worth their weight in gold, Valesca." - 2010
