Solidarity is an important value for any society, as well as for the entire global community. It is a quality that is based on equality, inclusion, and social justice through the recognition of a set of common, universal values that characterise us as human beings with dignity. “Solidarity is so important that it represents the […]
This is not a job, it becomes a lifestyle – it takes far more commitment than an 8h00 to 16h00 job. BUT the reward is also way better in terms of making a difference in the lives of others. When you see change – real change in someone’s eyes – it touches you forever and […]
Have you ever experienced the incredulous look in a foreigner’s eyes when you explain to them that Africa is infact a continent and not a single country? And when you tell them you’re from SOUTH Africa and they ask you where that is? And all this before even starting to explain that no lions do […]
The team at Brownie Points is excited to announce this awesome opportunity now available for young South Africans! On 2 December 2018 Tyler Perry and BeyGOOD made an amazing commitment on the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 stage, and now it’s all coming to life… Funded by Tyler Perry through BeyGOOD, the Global Citizen Fellowship Program will unearth […]
I remember my first day of work like it was yesterday. I felt hopelessly lost and out of my depth. Nothing during my studies or the years leading to my professional debut prepared me for the reality of work life. Nothing really could. Because the truth is, nothing beats real-world experience. This unspoken truth applies […]
Fundraising is like dating, you don’t get married on the first date… With Valentine’s Day coming up, I want to share some of my personal experiences about fundraising, as I always laugh about how similar it is to dating. Because I, like most, don’t “like” fundraising (or dating!!), I do my best to make sure […]
As NPOs we may too often hear statements such as: “What?! You want to conduct a performance evaluation on me as a governing body member?… You should just be happy that I am on your governing body (board) in the first place.” However, it’s vital to conduct timely evaluations of governing body member’s performance. […]
As a medical professional, how would you like to lose yourself in Africa’s wildest nature while rediscovering a love to help those in need? Well here is your chance. Tshemba Foundation offers a unique opportunity for doctors to seek well-deserved refuge and refind their passion for the profession. As part of their voluntourism initiative, the […]
Today is the big day. Today is #GivingTuesdaySA. Today is the global day of giving celebrated on the Tuesday following Black Friday and Cyber Monday. “USD301M (R4.2B) was raised in 2017 in 24 hours around the world.” Giving Tuesday harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage local philanthropy and […]
Giving Tuesday SA encourages all South Africans to give to a cause in whichever way they choose leading up to #GivingTuesdaySA on 27 November 2018. It’s a simple idea. Just find a way for your family, your community, your company or organisation to come together to give something more. Then tell everyone you can about […]