Union of Jewish Women of South Africa (UJW)
The Union of Jewish Women of South Africa is committed to investing in all the people of South Africand will continue in its endeavours to create a better quality of life for all.
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South African SDI Alliance (SASDIA)
The SA SDI Alliance has pioneered people-centered development initiatives by and of the poor since 1991. It supports urban poor communities to find solutions to homelessness, landlessness and poverty.
We build community-organising capacity, pursue collaborative partnerships and implement informal settlement upgrading, livelihoods, and housing projects.
Continue reading →South African New Economics Network (SANE)
The SA New Economics Network is a network of organisations and individuals developing new economic and financial odels designed to promote poverty alleviation, community self-reliance, civic development, ecological sustainability, social equity, and economic justice for all South Africans.
Continue reading →Southern African Association of Science & Technology Centres (SAASTEC)
VISION
To contribute to the improvement of life of Southern African nations by improving scientific knowledge and skills through the utilization of interactive living science and technology discovery centres (S&T centres).
SAASTEC is recognised by the South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) as representing interactive science centres in the country.
Southern African Association of Science and Technology Centres (SAASTEC)
MISSION
To contribute to the improvement of life of Southern African nations by improving scientific knowledge and skills through the utilization of interactive living science and technology discovery centres (S&T centres).
To disseminate knowledge in science and technology to the public in general and the youth in particular through imaginative and enjoyable hands-on exhibits, displays and programmes, so that they can appreciate the relevance of science and technology in their daily lives.
- To serve as a catalyst for our youth to develop their creativity and to nurture their interest in related fields.
- To establish a centre of excellence and innovation in non-formal science education.
- To provide satisfying careers for the S&T centre workforce.
National Co-operatives Association of South Africa (NCASA)
The National Co-Operatives Association of South Africa (NCASA) is the apex body representing Co-Operatives across the nation. Established in 1996, NCASA empowers Co-Operatives through advocacy, strategic support, and resources, promoting sustainable growth and social development. As the leading organization, NCASA unites Co-Operatives from various sectors, driving economic transformation and ensuring their collective voice is heard at national and international levels.
NCASA is dedicated to building a prosperous and inclusive economy for all South Africans.
Continue reading →National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC)
The National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) is the vehicle by which Government, labour, business and community organisations will seek to cooperate, through problem-solving and negotiation, on economic, labour and development issues and related challenges facing the country.
Continue reading →National Youth Development Outreach (NYDO)
In 1990 Billy Paulson established a Community Development Organization called “Youth Development Outreach” (YDO). With a mission to train, teach and develop young people and taking a firm stand against the evils of society influencing the youth. This would be accomplished through unconditional acceptance.
Over the years, the organisation has grown and developed to offer a comprehensive range of prevention and intervention services, as well as developmental programmes aimed at shaping the future of South Africa by developing new skills, knowledge and values among children, youth, and their families, to help them achieve their fullest potential in life.
To achieve its mission, NYDO focuses on addressing the underlying socio-economic conditions that increase the risk factors for criminal behaviour, such as poverty, unemployment, and inadequate parenting
Continue reading →National Religious Association for Social Development (NRSAD)
NRSAD represents the concerns and interests of different faith welfare networks, which include Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Islamic and Jewish traditions. It has established itself in a relatively short period as an important national role-player that strives to fulfil the following functions:
consultations with government departments and ministries;- joint lobby processes for changes on programme level; and
- implementation of a new development partnership with the government.
Planned Parenthood Association of South Africa (PPASA)
Planned Parenthood Association of South Africa (PPASA) Western Cape Province is the largest and oldest South African non-governmental organisation (NGO) for sexual and reproductive health information/services that are provided to the community. PPASA is affiliated with the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), which works in and has facilities in more than 180 countries around the world for the past 70 years.
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