SayProCSHC-2 Annual Events and Calendar
Recurring Monthly Events
| Month | Event Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Every 1st Week | Intern Induction & Orientation | Welcoming and orienting new interns to SayPro policies, departments, and expectations. |
| Every 2nd Week | Intern Capacity Building Workshop | Sessions covering professional skills (e.g. communication, project management, tech tools). |
| Every 3rd Week | Supervisor & Mentor Feedback Meeting | Monthly performance reviews and progress discussions between interns and supervisors. |
| Every 4th Week | Intern Peer Learning Circle | Intern-led discussions and knowledge sharing to build community and reflective learning. |
Quarterly Events
| Quarter | Event Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 – March | University Partnership & MoU Review Roundtable | Engage with university partners to review collaboration outcomes and student pipelines. |
| Q1 – March | Internship Fair & Career Expo | Showcase SayPro departments and projects to attract new interns. Includes mock interviews and career booths. |
| Q2 – June | Mid-Year Internship Evaluation Forum | Halfway performance and outcome review. Identifies improvement areas and training needs. |
| Q3 – September | Intern Wellness & Mental Health Week | Activities focused on stress management, work-life balance, and emotional intelligence. |
| Q4 – December | Internship Graduation & Recognition Ceremony | Celebrate successful completion of internships, present certificates, and share highlights. |
Key Annual Milestones
| Date | Event Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| January 15 | Annual Internship Planning & Strategy Meeting | Set goals, timelines, and strategic objectives for the internship programme. |
| February 1–28 | Annual Recruitment Drive | Engage universities and promote the internship programme across campuses and online. |
| July 10 | Mid-Year Learning Conference | Gather all interns and stakeholders for a mini-conference with guest speakers and skill labs. |
| October 5 | Graduate Internship Research Presentation Day | Interns present research or project outcomes from their internship journey. |
| December 10 | Year-End Stakeholder Review | Evaluate the programme’s impact with university partners, SayPro leaders, and funders. |
Special Thematic Events (Optional Additions)
| Theme | Event | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Women in Leadership | Panel with SayPro female leaders & alumni | March (Women’s Month) |
| Digital Skills for the Future | Hackathon or tech bootcamp | August |
| Public Service Careers | Workshop with civil society and government experts | May |
| Interns Takeover Week | Interns shadow executives and lead key meetings | November |