From Head Girl to change-maker: Delice Lumba on Youth, Gender & Resilience

In this episode, we sit down with School of Hard Knocks coach Delice Lumbu, whose journey—from becoming Head Girl to navigating personal safety on her morning runs—informs the powerful work she does with young people today.

Delice talks about learner disengagement, gendered expectations, emotional regulation, and the impact of trauma on dropout. She shares what keeps her hopeful, why flexibility matters in youth work, and how affirming “you are worthy” can change the trajectory of a girl’s life.

A grounded, honest conversation about resilience, gender, and helping learners stay connected to school and their future.