“Young people have always been the drivers of social change. And this generation holds unique promise.”
~ Charlize Theron

The Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project advances and invests in the health, education, and safety of young people living in Southern Africa to create a more equitable future for all.
Featured Video
CTAOP was born in 2007, when our founder Charlize Theron FOUND HER WHY in the youth of Southern Africa. It’s now 15 years later, and we have a whole lot to celebrate.
Featured Collaboration
We created this special-edition collection with our partners at The Little Market to celebrate those bringing positive change to their communities. 50% of each purchase will support CTAOP.
Featured Campaign
In April 2022, the KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa suffered the most devastating floods on record, killing almost 450 people and displacing thousands. Give what you can to help fund our Partners’ continued recovery efforts.
Photo by Phill Magakoe / Getty Images.

Featured Video
15 Year Anniversary Video
CTAOP was born in 2007, when our founder Charlize Theron FOUND HER WHY in the youth of Southern Africa. It’s now 15 years later, and we have a whole lot to celebrate.

Featured Collaboration
The Little Market x CTAOP
We created this special-edition collection with our partners at The Little Market to celebrate those bringing positive change to their communities. 50% of each purchase will support CTAOP.

Featured Campaign
KZN Flood Relief
In April 2022, the KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa suffered the most devastating floods on record, killing almost 450 people and displacing thousands. Give what you can to help fund our Partners’ continued recovery efforts.
Photo by Phill Magakoe / Getty Images.
Our grantmaking amplifies community‑driven programs
We partner with community-based organizations that support young people, their sexual and reproductive health and rights, and the prevention of gender-based violence.