Common Good

Our employment initiative's #JobJourney course character development & self-awareness topics are key to our participant's success in preparing for their 1st or next job. Understanding how thoughts & emotions influence circumstances is essential for living a more fulfilling life.

And she went on to say, "At all 3 schools, I was filled with hope as our enthusiastic team proudly took us around the schools, showing us the work that they are doing with the teachers, and the impact that they are making in the lives of both the teachers and the learners."

This is what one of our staff, Linda Mentoor, had to say about the experience, "I have gained new respect for our education team as they go out each day to serve the most vulnerable, our children, in extremely challenging and dangerous conditions."

We recently had the incredible opportunity to visit the 3 schools our education team works in! It was a fun and eye-opening experience for our broader staff team, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the realities of our learners and school staff. #CollaborationSchools

Our early life initiative, Sikunye is asking churches to support caregivers in playing brain building games with the children in their community. Follow @sikunye as they look at simple activities to improve young children’s ability to think, communicate, and connect with others.

During our employment initiatives' #JobJourney, participants imagine they start their journey with an empty backpack & by the end of the course, they have filled their bag with these job readiness essentials. For this young school leaver, better time management was the key!

Together we can ensure that children get a strong start to life, have access to excellent education & be on a career pathway when they finish school. #GetGoingForGood on 14th of Oct by joining #TeamCommonGood in the Cape Town Marathon 5km Peace run. ow.ly/2RZG50PLaqE

Clement Thobejane had this say, "Everybody knows about the rate of unemployment in S. Africa, but this program gave me hope, pointers & tools to approach employment effectively. I am now re-energized & ready to face the world as a new individual who seeks success for himself."

This #CollaborationSchool principal said, "Learners attended the annual community 'Library Spelling Bee' competition. We won 1st prize as Gr6 Lihle, brought the trophy home!" A reflection on how well our schools continue to strengthen the culture within their walls & communities.

As men look to take on the role of a parent, it can be a daunting task, but it is also an exciting opportunity to shape a life & share the love of being a parent. Follow our early life initiative, @sikunye #BarriersToFatherhood for more on this topic of #Fatherhood.

🏃‍♀️ Ready to Run for #TeamCommonGood in the Sanlam Cape Town race? 🏃‍♂️You can #GetGoingForGood and create a lasting impact on the futures of our early life, education, and employment program participants! 📋 Sign up: ow.ly/3L7T50PK1mf

Our employment initiative's #JobJourney course teaches that resilience is essential in difficult life & working environments. Resilience is a muscle we can build! 💪 🌟 Watch this space as we will be giving feedback on their upcoming September training!

With the school staff collaborating with our instructional coaches, it helps ensure improved practices & leads to better results. 🤝 When a school creates this culture of #collaboration, it has the potential to take it to the next level. 📈 #ProfessionalGoals #ImprovedPractices

When this #JobJourney participant was asked what they learnt from our employment initiative's course, they answered 'Assertiveness'. We train participants to ask questions, express needs & make decisions confidently which can provide big benefits to their work prospects.

🔝📝 What happened as a result has convinced us more than ever that the ongoing coaching of willing teachers can significantly shift the quality of teaching and learning in any classroom.

Newly qualified Miss Benzi was tasked with teaching Life Sciences at Silikamva. In her favour were a diligent department head & weekly instructional coaching from a Common Good coach. And crucially, Miss Benzi’s receptiveness to this support & willingness to put it into practice.

⛪ Your church context is unique & understanding this is crucial to effectively encourage dads. Follow our early life initiative, @sikunye's series on #BarriersToFatherhood to gain a better understanding of what fathers in your context need support in & some actions you can take.

📢 The state of fatherhood in South Africa does not exist in a vacuum. Real and pervasive factors are at play that hinder the participation, presence and engagement of fathers and father-figures.

In most countries women are still largely or exclusively responsible for childcare at home, even as their participation in the labour force increases. However, the Nurturing Care Framework emphasizes the importance of men’s role as caregivers.

We are looking for Primary School Instructional Coach who is a pioneering, resilient, dynamic individual. You will be responsible for ensuring the professional development & growth of the educators as well as other network curriculum projects. Apply: ow.ly/n1mt50PwmAp