About STET
Empowering Black South African women through education, technology, and mentorship since 2015
Our Story
STET (Support Teacher Empowerment Trust) was founded in 2015 with a simple yet powerful mission: to empower Black South African women through education and technology.
What started as a small initiative to support women teachers has grown into a comprehensive organization that impacts thousands of lives across South Africa each year.
Today, we run multiple programs including coding academies, bursary schemes, mentorship programs, and technology training, all designed to create opportunities and transform communities.
Our Mission
To empower Black South African women through quality education, technology training, and mentorship, creating pathways to economic independence and leadership.
Our Vision
A South Africa where every woman has equal access to quality education and technology skills, enabling them to thrive in the digital economy.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Excellence
Striving for excellence in everything we do
Empowerment
Empowering women to reach their full potential
Community
Building strong, supportive communities
Innovation
Embracing innovation and technology
Our Journey
Milestones that shaped our organization
STET Founded
STET was established to support teacher empowerment and education in South Africa.
Coding Program Launched
First coding and robotics academy launched for young women.
Bursary Program Expansion
Expanded bursary program to support 100+ women in STEM fields.
5,000+ Students Impacted
Reached milestone of impacting over 5,000 students across South Africa.
Digital Transformation
Launched comprehensive digital platform to reach more students online.
Annual Reports
See our impact through the years