Last week, South Africa marked Human Rights Day — a time to reflect not only on the freedoms we enjoy, but also on the unfinished work of ensuring every child has the right to learn, to feel safe, and to dream beyond their circumstances.

At VUSA, human rights are not just principles we speak about. They are the driving force behind everything we do. Whether in the classroom, on the rugby field, or through our daily meals programme, we are breaking down barriers that have held too many children back for too long…