An afternoon of Connection, Inspiration, Awareness and Hope
Saturtday, 11 October: We held a Pink October Lunch at D’Aria Winery as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Women from across the community came together in the spirit of Inspiration, Awareness and Hope to hear and enjoy interesting discussions over a wonderful luncheon.
We were honoured to have as our guest speakers, Rachel Kolisi and Dr Shas Cacala, head of breast and endocrine surgery at Tygerberg Hospital, who shared insightful and inspiring messages on mental health, self-care, and the life-saving value of regular screenings.he
Praise Jongwe, Communication & Fundraising manager (CIC) & Rachel Kolisi
Dr. Ally Ramphal, CIC Board Member, asks a question of Rachel Kolisi
Rachel Kolisi, Dr. Shas Cacala, Head of Breast and Endocrine Surgery, Tygerberg Hospital, and Suzanne Trotzky, General Manager, D’Aria Winery
Rachel Kolisi & Fikile Kalimashe, Marketing Manager, Blaauwberg Beach Hotel
Matrix outreach at the Athlone Community
Friday, 15 August: We took part in the City of Cape Town Matrix’s outreach at the Athlone Community Centre, continuing the celebration of Women’s Day and emphasising the importance of women’s participation in leadership and the economy.
Community members had the opportunity to engage with a range of support organisations, including the Department of Social Development, the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children, Mosaic, The Trauma Centre, the City of Cape Town’s health and wellness services, Correctional Services, Taurus Gas, and the SPCA.
Women's Day Event
Saturday, 9 August: In collaboration with TLC Outreach Projects, we had the privilege of hosting a truly special Women’s Day event, and what an incredible day it was!
We were deeply honoured to welcome Rachel Kolisi as our guest speaker, whose words of encouragement, resilience, and empowerment touched every heart in the room.
The room was filled with beautiful, strong women who came out in numbers to celebrate, learn, and inspire one another. The energy was electric, the stories were moving, and the connections made will leave a lasting impact.
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Your support made this day possible and helped us create a space where women felt seen, celebrated, and valued. Your investment in our community is sowing seeds of change and hope.
Here is to every woman who continues to rise, lead, and uplift others. Together, we are unstoppable!!!
Mandela Day Appreciation
Tuesday, 22 July: This Mandela Day, we shared sweet treats with SAPS members at Milnerton and Melkbosstrand to say thank you for their dedication to keeping our community safe.
GBV Awareness Outreach at Table Bay Mall
Friday, 13 June: We had a meaningful and impactful morning at Table Bay Mall, engaging with members of the community about GBV Awareness and distributing Kolisi Foundation Power-2-Packs, in collaboration with SAPS Table View, helping to raise awareness and support for important social issues while strengthening community ties.
If you’re struggling, our experienced trauma support volunteers are available free-of-charge to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to share your feelings.
Celebrating our Newest Volunteers
Thursday, 5 June: We proudly celebrated our newest volunteers, who successfully completed the CIC Personal Growth and Trauma Support training courses!
We can’t wait for them to join our dedicated team, bringing fresh energy and skills to serve our communities.
Their commitment will undoubtedly enhance our ability to offer hope, support, and empowerment to individuals in crisis.
Pictured with our new graduates is Ronel O’Reilly, our CIC Training Facilitator.
RES Healthcare Community Healthcare Day at Joe Slovo
Sunday, 18 May: Our CIC members were honoured to participate in a community healthcare day held yesterday at the Marconi Beam Primary School in Joe Slovo, led by a team from RES Healthcare.
With the support of over 65 volunteers from various community-driven organisations — including medical doctors, speech therapists, occupational therapists, audiologists, a breast cancer awareness group, and others — more than 300 children and adults were screened and provided with essential healthcare services.
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness Outreach
Saturday, 19 April: We were at Flamingo Square this morning, together with Table View SAPS Victim Support, for a GBV Awareness Outreach.
If you’re here, or planning to shop at Flamingo Square, please come and chat to us. We’ll be here until 12h00.
Thank you to the Kolisi Foundation for providing the Power-2-You packs we’re handing out to each visitor.
We had a great time at Flamingo Square this morning, together with Table View SAPS Victim Support, engaging with members of the community who came to talk to us about our GBV Awareness Outreach and handing out Kolisi Foundation Power-2-Packs.
If you’re struggling, our experienced trauma support volunteers are available free-of-charge to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to share your feelings.
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness Outreach
Wednesday, 26 March: Today, we partnered with SAPS Table View at their Customer Service Centre (CSC) to hold a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) awareness outreach. The focus was on educating and empowering vulnerable groups within our community and raising awareness of GBV.
Our Social Auxiliary Worker, Phumza, was there to engage with visitors to the CSC and also to conduct a survey with visitors to gauge their understanding of GBV and to determine if they would like further information.
‘Power 2 You’ bags from the Kolisi Foundation were handed out. These packs included a self-defence spray (with directions on how to use it), a card with important telephone numbers, a whistle, details of the Community Intervention Centre, a Women’s Journal, as well as a pamphlet on GBV, containing important information and contact details.
Celebrating International Women's Day
Thursday, 13 March: Our CIC Social Worker, Francisca, along with Phumza, our CIC Social Auxiliary Worker, facilitated an enlightening Human Rights workshop at St. Oswald’s Anglican Church in Milnerton.
Celebrating International Women's Day
Saturday, 8 March: To celebrate International Women’s Day, the theme of which is “For all Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment”, our CIC Social Worker, Francisca, and Phumza, our CIC Social Auxiliary Worker, held a GBV workshop for members of the Dunoon community.
Golden Years Senior Citizen Club
Tuesday, 24 December: A big thank you to John Farelo for generously donating Christmas gift hampers to the members of the Golden Years Senior Citizen Club.
Trauma Containment Workshop at the British High Commission.
Over two impactful days, we recently had the privilege of facilitating a Trauma Containment Workshop at the British High Commission. This interactive and insightful session brought together professionals committed to fostering resilience and emotional well-being in their environments.
Barrydale GBV Awareness Outreach.
Table View SAPS GBV Awareness Outreach.
On Friday, 29 November, we were back at Table View Bayside Mall as we joined Table View SAPS for a GBV Awareness Outreach.
We were so pleased by how many passers-by wanted to know more about why we were there and the services provided by the CIC.
Thank you to the Kolisi Foundation for providing the Power-2-You packs we handed out to each visitor.
Circle of Compassion: Empowerment and Upliftment Outreach
On Wednesday, 27 November 2024, our CIC Social Worker, Francisca, was invited to speak at the Circle of Compassion NPO in Brooklyn, where they focus on widows in the community with Empowerment and Upliftment.
Francisca shared insights about the CIC, including its founding, our mission, and service delivery areas. She highlighted our work with GBV survivors and discussed ways women can amplify their voices to support one another.
Additionally, each widow shared her personal journey and the struggles she has faced.
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness Outreach
On Friday, 8 November 2024, we partnered with SAPS Table View at their Customer Service Centre to hold a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) awareness outreach. The event focused on educating and empowering vulnerable groups within our community and raising awareness of GBV.
Our Social Auxiliary Worker, Phumza, also conducted a survey with visitors to gauge their understanding of GBV and to determine if they would like further information.
‘Power 2 You’ bags from the Kolisi Foundation were handed out. These packs included a self-defence spray (with directions on how to use it), a card with important telephone numbers, a whistle details of the Community Intervention Centre, a Women’s Journal, as well as a pamphlet on Gender Based Violence, containing important information and contact details.
CIC Personal Growth and Trauma Support Training Courses Graduates
On Thursay, 3 October 2024, We proudly gathered to celebrate our latest group of volunteers who have successfully completed the CIC Personal Growth and Trauma Support training courses.
We look forward to them joining our existing volunteers to serve our communities by offering hope, support, and empowerment to people in crisis.
Table View SAPS Community Outreach Campaign
Barrydale CIC Satellite Launch
Mandela Day
CIC Celebrates 23 Years
Community Outreach
During February ’24, our CIC volunteers, along with other community-related organisations, participated in the Table View Police Station’s Community Outreach Campaign.
This provided us with the opportunity to share with our community the therapeutic and counselling resources we offer to victims of trauma.
16 Days of Activism March
We joined Table View SAPS and a number of other organisations, including TLC, CPF, and Living Legends in taking to the streets this morning, as part of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, marching from the TV SAPS station to Church on the Rise.
16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign
In December, as part of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign, CIC team members, Francisca, Phumza and Marion, recently hosted a High Tea, that included a Gender-Based Violence workshop. “Power 2 You” packs, donated by our partner the Kolisi Foundation, were also handed out.
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