02/10/2025
On 27 September, we hosted our very first Au Pair Open Day Training in Belgravia, Harare. The day was filled with energy and excitement as participants gathered to learn more about this new and inspiring career path.
Mrs. Bellona Chopera, Founder of Professional Presence, opened the program by introducing the Au Pair Training initiative and sharing insights on service ethics.
Lorraine Shaw, owner of Purple Turtle nursery school, Springboard - learning for Life, and TEDx speaker, gave a practical and heartfelt presentation on “A Day in the Life of an Au Pair” and “Parents’ Expectation”.
Kitumetsi Majaga from ER24-7, spoke about the importance of first aid and led a practical class activity.
Closing the day, Lorna Ndlovu from Professional Presence guided participants through topics on child safeguarding, creative play, and homework supervision.
The event was vibrant, informative, and well-received, marking the official launch of Professional Presence’s Au Pair Training Program in Zimbabwe.