Jacobina Smith

Jacobina Smith is an 18-year-old who lives in Windhoek, Namibia, but their home town is in Tsumeb. They were raised by their mom and aunt. Jacobina describes themselves as a “kind , caring , humble and generous person who gets really jealous when I see that someone can provide for another another person while I can't, so that's why I always try my level best to give a helping hand where it's needed.” When they are not busy with school work or helping around the house, Jacobina goes to an old age home to help with cleaning and organising to help make sure that the people who live there are comfortable. Jacobina also helps other students with subjects they are struggling with and motivates them to always have a positive mindset, no matter what situation they are in.

One action Jacobina would like you to do:

“I believe the only way people can help make my work strong is by changing their attitude and the way they act - if we are not helping each other then who will. There are so many ways people can change lives, such as contributing to old age homes and orphanages by giving their old clothes or money, but they seem to turn a blind eye on that . Nowadays woman and children are being abused, raped and worst of all they're are disappearing without a trace because of human trafficking. I believe there will be no development if we don't help each other to create a better and a safer world. I believe [young people] can build a legacy if we all work together and get rid of all the poverty and violence that is shaking our world.”