Ilitha Labantu

Ilitha Labantu extends its sincere appreciation to all the parents, caregivers and School Governing Body (SGB) members who attended the Positive Parenting & Family Enrichment Workshop as part of the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative (SSLC).

Thank you for your active participation, meaningful contributions and fruitful engagement throughout the workshop. Your willingness to learn, share experiences and engage in important discussions reflects our shared commitment to protecting the rights, dignity and wellbeing of children, while strengthening families and fostering positive partnerships between homes and schools.

Together, we share a collective responsibility to create safe, supportive and nurturing environments where every child is protected, valued and empowered to learn, grow and thrive, ensuring that no child is left behind.

Ilitha Labantu hosted a Positive Parenting & Family Enrichment Workshop at Intshukumo Secondary School in Gugulethu as part of the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative (SSLC), bringing together parents, caregivers and School Governing Body (SGB) members from schools across the Metro Central District (Gugulethu, Nyanga and KTC) and the Metro East District (Khayelitsha).

The workshop forms part of Pillar 4 of the safe schools leadership collaborative programme: Parents & SGB Capacity Building, which aims to strengthen the knowledge and capacity of parents, caregivers and School Governing Body members to promote positive parenting, healthy family relationships, stronger school-home partnerships, and the wellbeing, safety and holistic development of children.

Through interactive discussions and practical activities, participants reflected on the important role that parents, caregivers and SGB members play in creating safe, supportive and nurturing environments where children can learn, grow and thrive.

Together, we continue strengthening families, empowering school communities and building safer, more inclusive and violence-free schools.

Ilitha Labantu hosted the Youth Ambassadors Midyear Strategic Planning Workshop at the Gugulethu Public Library as part of the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative (SSLC) Programme.

The workshop brought together Youth Ambassadors from participating schools to reflect on the progress made during the first half of the year, share experiences, identify challenges, and develop action plans for the implementation of Safe Schools Club activities during Term 3.

As part of Pillar 3: Safe Schools Clubs, the workshop strengthened learner leadership by encouraging participants to collaborate, exchange ideas, and identify practical solutions to the challenges facing their schools and communities. Youth Ambassadors reaffirmed their commitment to promoting safe, inclusive, and violence-free school environments while championing positive values, peer support, and the prevention of gender-based violence.

We thank every Youth Ambassador for their active participation, enthusiasm, and commitment to creating safer and more inclusive school communities. Together, we continue to empower young people to become leaders and active agents of positive change.

Ilitha Labantu will host a Positive Parenting & Family Enrichment Workshop as part of Pillar 4: Parents & SGB Capacity Building under the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative programme.

The workshop aims to equip parents and School Governing Body (SGB) members with practical knowledge and skills to strengthen positive parenting practices, build healthy family relationships, improve communication between families and schools, and contribute to the wellbeing, safety and holistic development of children.

This interactive engagement will also provide an opportunity for participants to reflect on the important role that parents, caregivers and SGB members play in creating safe, supportive and nurturing environments where children can learn, grow and thrive.

Date: Friday, 10 July 2026
Time: 09:30 – 15:00
Venue: Intshukumo Secondary School, NY50, Gugulethu

Parents, caregivers and School Governing Body (SGB) members are encouraged to attend this informative and empowering workshop.

For more information about the programme, or if you are a parent or School Governing Body (SGB) member interested in participating, please contact Ilitha Labantu on 021 633 2383.

Ilitha Labantu will host a Youth Ambassadors Midyear Strategic Planning Workshop on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, at the Gugulethu Public Library as part of the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative (SSLC) Programme.

The workshop forms part of Pillar 3: Safe Schools Clubs of the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative, which seeks to empower learners to become confident leaders and active participants in promoting safe, inclusive and violence-free school environments. Through learner-led initiatives, participants are encouraged to champion positive values, strengthen peer support, raise awareness of gender-based violence and other social challenges, and inspire meaningful change within their schools and communities.

The Midyear Strategic Planning Workshop will provide Youth Ambassadors with an opportunity to reflect on the progress made during the first half of the year, assess the impact of activities implemented within their respective schools, identify emerging priorities and challenges, and collaboratively develop strategic action plans to guide the implementation of Safe Schools Club initiatives during the third school term.

Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026
Time: 10h00 – 13h30
Venue: Gugulethu Public Library

The workshop will also strengthen collaboration among Youth Ambassadors, encourage the sharing of ideas and best practices, and ensure that learner-led activities planned for Term 3 respond to the needs and realities of their schools and communities.

Through the Safe Schools Leadership Collaborative, Ilitha Labantu remains committed to empowering young people to become leaders and active agents of positive change while strengthening safe, inclusive and supportive school communities.

For More Information On The Programme Please Contact Us On: 0216332383

Day 5 and final day of Ilitha Labantu's June/July 2026 School Holiday Programme, in partnership with the Gugulethu Public Library, welcomed young people aged 14 to 17 for the final session of this week's programme.

Today's activities provided participants with a safe and engaging space to learn, connect and reflect through a variety of interactive discussions and group activities. The programme encouraged critical thinking, teamwork and open conversations on issues affecting young people.

Participants explored topics including leadership, healthy relationships, gender-based violence, consent, personal safety, peer pressure and making informed, positive life choices. These discussions equipped young people with practical knowledge and life skills to help them navigate everyday challenges with confidence.

The programme forms part of Ilitha Labantu's ongoing commitment to creating safe spaces where children and young people are empowered with knowledge, life skills and opportunities for personal growth while enjoying their school holidays.

Day four of Ilitha Labantu's June/July 2026 School Holiday Programme took place today in partnership with the Gugulethu Public Library, as children aged 11 to 13 concluded their two-day programme.

Participants enjoyed a range of engaging and educational activities designed to promote creativity, teamwork, confidence and self-expression, while learning about children's rights, personal safety, healthy relationships and the importance of speaking out against violence and abuse.

Tomorrow marks the fifth and final day of the programme, where we look forward to welcoming children aged 14 to 17 for a day of learning, empowerment and meaningful engagement.

Day 2 and the final day of the two-day workshop on Understanding the Psychological Impact of Gender-Based Violence: A Clinical and Trauma-Informed Perspective, hosted by Ilitha Labantu in partnership with Community Cohesion, concluded with professionals from across various sectors further strengthening their understanding of trauma-informed responses to gender-based violence.

Building on the foundation established during Day 1, participants explored advanced concepts related to trauma, survivor-centred care, practitioner wellbeing and effective interventions that promote healing and resilience. Through practical exercises, case studies, group discussions and shared experiences, participants deepened their knowledge and enhanced the skills needed to provide compassionate, ethical and trauma-informed support to survivors.

The workshop brought together social workers, auxiliary social workers, counsellors, child and youth care workers, victim support personnel, frontline GBV responders, community development practitioners, educators and health professionals, creating a valuable platform for learning, collaboration and professional networking.

By strengthening the capacity of frontline practitioners, Ilitha Labantu and Community Cohesion continue to contribute to a more informed, coordinated and survivor-centred response to gender-based violence, ensuring that those affected receive the support they need with dignity, empathy and care.

Day 3 of Ilitha Labantu's June/July 2026 School Holiday Programme, in partnership with the Gugulethu Public Library, welcomed children aged 11 to 13 for the first of a two-day session.

Today's programme featured a variety of fun and interactive activities that encouraged learning, creativity, teamwork and self-expression, while providing participants with a safe and supportive environment during the school holidays.

Through these activities, participants explored topics including children's rights, personal safety, self-esteem, healthy relationships and making positive choices in an age-appropriate and engaging way.

The programme forms part of Ilitha Labantu's ongoing commitment to creating safe spaces where children and young people are empowered with knowledge, life skills and opportunities for personal growth while enjoying their school holidays.

Day 1 of the two-day workshop on Understanding the Psychological Impact of Gender-Based Violence: A Clinical and Trauma-Informed Perspective, hosted by Ilitha Labantu in partnership with Community Cohesion, brought together professionals from across various sectors to strengthen their understanding of trauma-informed responses to gender-based violence.

The workshop brought together social workers, counsellors, child and youth care workers, victim support personnel, frontline GBV responders, educators, health professionals and other practitioners committed to enhancing support for survivors.

Throughout the day, participants explored the psychological impact of trauma, trauma-informed approaches to care, survivor behaviour, mental health, and practical strategies to provide compassionate, survivor-centred support. Through interactive discussions, case studies and practical exercises, they gained valuable knowledge and practical skills that will strengthen service delivery within their respective communities.

Tomorrow, participants will continue building on today's learning as they deepen their understanding of trauma-informed practice and effective support for survivors.