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NGOs are founded on the principles of service, resilience, and steadfast commitment to social change. However, behind the scenes of community upliftment efforts lies an often-overlooked crisis—the mental and emotional toll on those who devote their lives to supporting others.
The South African NGO sector has long been a lifeline for marginalized communities, bridging gaps where government services have failed. Yet, behind the façade of international generosity, a pressing question remains: Is USAID truly empowering South Africa’s civil society, or is it entrenching a culture of dependency that stifles self-sufficiency and innovation?
11 December 2024 – Johannesburg: During the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and
Children, Khulisa Social Solutions engaged with over 20,000 individuals from diverse backgrounds and
communities.
28 November 2024 – Johannesburg — In a deeply significant and courageous effort marking the 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence (GBV), three LGBTQIA+ rape survivors, none of whom have ever seen their rapists brought to justice, stepped forward to facilitate the first in a planned series of dialogue circles aimed at empowering marginalized groups, including women, children and people living with disabilities.
Since its establishment in 1997, Khulisa Social Solutions has stood as a beacon of hope and transformation, pioneering restorative justice and peacebuilding initiatives across South Africa.
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are essential pillars of South Africa’s socio-economic fabric, addressing the nation’s most pressing issues, from poverty alleviation, education, and healthcare to gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and youth empowerment. These organisations fill crucial gaps in services, often providing direct support to the most marginalised and vulnerable communities.
NGOs appreciate peace-making in addressing societal problems; however, many organisations need to be trained to better deal with the various sociological challenges in communities.
Alexandra, South Africa – The journey toward creating a brighter future for Alexandra is well underway, but sustaining and expanding this impact requires continued support.
Khulisa Social Solutions has released a compelling report revealing significant gaps in civic
knowledge and engagement among the youth in Carletonville, West Rand.
Discover how Khulisa evolved from South Africa’s first rehabilitation program for young offenders to a national organization working with 150 communities and 350 NGOs, enhancing social cohesion and creating a lasting social impact.
Khulisa Social Solutions has released a research report, detailing the outcomes of dialogue circles hosted in the community of Alexandra in Gauteng from January to May 2024. Partnering with eight local grassroots NGOs, these entities facilitated 368 dialogue circles, providing evidence on how the lives of 3,995 participants have been positively impacted.
With Madiba’s vision for equality, Mandela Day has a strong focus on social justice issues. At Khulisa Social Solutions, our core mission is to foster social cohesion in our country, and we can only do this with your help!
Do you have a skill and time available? then join us in building a healthier South Africa for all.