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4.5.8. Development and Leadership Unit (DLU) The Development and Leadership Unit’s vision is to develop high and positive impact world leaders for a better society, by creating a vibrant student life experience. The DLU aims to create an environment that is enabling, empowering and one that allows the space for constructive debate, critical enquiry, civic engagement as well as one that challenges the status quo for the benefit of the students and the society at large. There are a variety of learning platforms DLU develops students through, such as: • Leadership Camps, Roundtables, Training and Development • Journeys of Discovery • Outdoor Experiential Related Learning. By creating a unique out-of-classroom environment, DLU is able to maximise the opportunities for studentpersonal growth and intense self-discovery through exciting and challenging co-curricular activities and student leadership training. The focus is on: • Leadership Development and Experiential Programmes • First Year Experience (FYE) Programme • Student Entrepreneurship and Innovation • Diversity Programmes and Initiatives • Bursary Wrap-around Support The DLU provides continuous training to all student structures on campus. This includes all clubs and societies, School and Faculty Councils, House Committees and the Student Representative Council.
