Question 1

How can one get an appointment with Madam Monica Geingos?

Accepted Answer

Meeting requests should be submitted via email to the Executive Assistant at hello@1economy.org. Please include the following information in your request:

1. Full name, organisational affiliation (if applicable), and contact details.
2. A clear and concise statement of the meeting's purpose.

Please note that all meeting requests are subject to scheduling availability.

Question 2

Does the #BeFree Youth Campus/One Economy Foundation provide monthly food parcels through social workers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, food parcels are provided depending on the availability of supplies and the specific needs of the individual.

Question 3

Can activities be attended after the #BeFree Youth Campus membership application form has been filled in at the #Befree Youth Campus?

Accepted Answer

Once you receive a confirmation message that your #BeFree Youth Campus membership application has been approved, along with your BM number, you’ll be able to start accessing campus services and participating in activities. Please note that some activities may require prior sign-up.

Question 4

What disability-friendly activities does the #BeFree Youth Campus offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer chess lessons through the #BeFree Chess Club programme for our visually impaired members.

Question 5

Does the One Economy Foundation provide financial aid for businesses, institutions, or studies?

Accepted Answer

The One Economy Foundation does not provide general funding for businesses, institutions, or studies. However, within our Youth Opportunity (YO!) Pillar, we allocate funding to participants who demonstrate exceptional potential and innovative solutions within their businesses and communities. This allocation is facilitated through our Financial Literacy Workshops and Skills and Capacity Building programmes.

Further, through the Talented Individuals Programme (TIP), funding is provided for studies. Please note that application cycles apply, and currently, the TIP programme is not open for applications.

Question 6

Does the One Economy Foundation give out scholarship opportunities?

Accepted Answer

No, the One Economy Foundation does not provide scholarship opportunities.

However, we focus on various programmes, dialogues, workshops and training aimed at supporting economic advancement and equity. For more information on our initiatives, please explore our website or get in touch with us directly.

Question 7

Does the #BeFree Cares Clinic tend to sick patients with diarrhoea, high fever, headaches, high blood pressure, flu as well as provide dressing services?

Accepted Answer

The #BeFree Cares Clinic primarily provides services within the scope of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Unfortunately, patients presenting with conditions such as diarrhoea, high fever, headaches, high blood pressure, and influenza are outside our primary service focus. These patients will be referred to state hospital facilities for appropriate medical care.

Question 8

Does the #BeFree Cares Clinic provide immunisation such as yellow fever for children?

Accepted Answer

Immunisation services for children are not provided, as our focus demographic is youth aged 13 to 35. However, tetanus vaccinations are administered to women and girls above the age of 15.

Question 9

Does the #BeFree Cares Clinic remove implants?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the removal of contraceptive implants is provided at the #BeFree Clinic for clients who had their implants inserted here.

Question 10

Does the #BeFree Cares Clinic provide full body check-ups?

Accepted Answer

The #BeFree Cares Clinic offers screening services specifically within the context of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH). These services include HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) screenings. Unfortunately, full-body check-ups are not within the scope of our services.

Question 11

Is the #BeFree Cares Clinic equipped to tend to emergencies?

Accepted Answer

While the #BeFree Cares Clinic possesses the capacity to provide initial emergency care, we strongly advise individuals experiencing acute medical emergencies to seek immediate attention at state medical facilities

Question 12

How long does it take for a #BeFree Youth Campus membership application to be processed?

Accepted Answer

Upon submission, applications will undergo a verification process. Successful applicants will be notified via SMS regarding their approval and will then be contacted to schedule an appointment for their membership card photograph. The processing time depends on the volume of applications pending review.

Question 13

Does the #BeFree Youth Campus/One Economy Foundation rent out the STEM centre for events?

Accepted Answer

Public rental of the STEM Centre is permitted for events held on weekends and during non-programmatic hours. To arrange a booking or for additional inquiries, kindly reach out to us via email at hello@1economy.org or by phone at 083 372 6550.

Question 14

Is the N$8.00 membership fee a monthly or a yearly fee?

Accepted Answer

The annual membership fee is required for the continued access to services at the #BeFree Youth Campus. Upon renewal, you do not require a new membership card, because your existing card will remain valid.

Question 15

When will one be able to print homework or other important documentation at the #BeFree Youth Campus?

Accepted Answer

Due to current resource constraints, the provision of printing services for academic assignments and other documentation is not presently available. Members will be notified should this policy be amended.

Question 16

Is one able to make use of the gym in the morning hours?

Accepted Answer

Due to current staffing limitations, gym access for members aged 19 to 35 is restricted during morning hours. Supervision of the gym area is unavailable at this time unless a trainer is present.

Question 17

Does the #BeFree Cares Clinic have doctors?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  The doctors are available according to a weekly schedule that can be found on the One Economy Foundation Website and #BeFree's social media platforms.

Question 18

Why is the membership age limit 35 years?

Accepted Answer

The #BeFree Youth Campus membership age limit is set at 35 years because the services are designed to support the Namibian youth. In Namibia, young people are considered to be between the ages of 13 and 35.

Question 19

Do membership applications get declined and if so, why?

Accepted Answer

Yes, applications may be declined due to reasons including, but not limited to, incorrect information, missing documents, or failure to meet age requirements. For application status inquiries, please contact us at 083 372 6550.

Question 20

How is the Foundation governed?

Accepted Answer

The Foundation is governed by a board that comprises a majority of independent, non-executive directors. We operate according to a robust governance framework that is periodically audited by PriceWaterhouseCoopers Namibia.

Question 21

Is the Foundation politically affiliated?

Accepted Answer

We are apolitical and we welcome young people regardless of their political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, or nationality. We uphold strong values of non-discrimination and are intentional about ensuring demographic inclusivity in our programming, representation, and funding.

Question 22

Where does the Foundation get its funding from?

Accepted Answer

The Foundation is funded by private donors.

Question 23

What is the percentage of funding that goes directly to the beneficiaries?

Accepted Answer

85% of all the funding received goes directly to programme beneficiaries, while 15% is reserved for operational costs.

Question 24

Can I individually, or as an organisation/non-profit, religious or otherwise, request for donations that are from the Foundation, instead of money?

Accepted Answer

We occasionally receive items and/or donations, which are ad-hoc and dependent on One Economy donors, so we are not able to commit to timing, quantity or what the item will be available for us to forward to any organisation.

Any donations we give out will be publicised, and our team will identify where the need we can meet is greatest. We distribute these to vulnerable groups and/or individuals on our database. If you would like to be added to our database, please send an email to admin@1economy.org, specifying the needs and number of beneficiaries.

Question 25

Where can we report child abuse/neglect/violence?

Accepted Answer

All cases of minor children are handled by social workers in the employ of the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare or any Police Station where the case warrants police intervention.

In cases where children need medical attention, the child should be taken to the nearest health facility, where a medical doctor will complete forms required for later use in court cases. Private medical doctors are usually not willing to testify in a court of law.

Question 26

I would like to become a mentee of Mrs. Monica Geingos - how do I become one?

Accepted Answer

Requests for mentorship are among the most common requests the Office of the Executive Chairperson receives. Due to Mrs Geingos' scale of engagements and time constraints, it's extremely difficult to sustain one-on-one mentorship. In lieu of this, Mrs Geingos has structured her public engagements so that they enable her to share her views on a broad range of issues in the hope that this will assist with navigating complex spaces for young people and support professionals in growing in their careers.

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