Bertha Centre

@BerthaCentre

We work towards social impact & justice in Africa, through teaching, knowledge-building, convening & catalytic projects with a systems lens on social innovation

South Africa
gsbberthacentre.uct.ac.za
Joined November 2013
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  1. 7 hours ago

    Today we enjoy greater freedom due to the extraordinary sacrifices of ordinary South Africans who protested 62 years ago for basic human rights. What will your contribution be to & universal culture in South Africa today & in the future?

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  2. 8 hours ago

    Previous SAB Student Seed Fund awardee Vittoria Technology just launched a project to improve access to reliable, affordable in sub-Saharan Africa, using technology. Congrats Liam & team!

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  3. Mar 18

    Climate action has to be a collaborative effort. The Symposium on 29-30 Mar will mobilise sustainable instruments to support for a socially inclusive, low carbon & just transition in SA. More -

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  4. Mar 18

    Negotiations for the global UN Ocean Treaty have resumed and may be finalised this year, according to experts. Goal 14 of SDGs is to "Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources".

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  5. Mar 17

    What needs to be done to empower, upskill & develop SA's youth to be able to best handle any mental well-being challenges? See snapshot of responses from or more here -

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  6. Mar 16

    A is someone taking creative action to solve a social problem. An inspiring example of this is Siyabonga Stengana, who converted illegal dumping sites into recreational spots for public use. Read more -

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  7. Mar 16

    African are revolutionising , according to - A great example of this is 2021 Student Seed Fund winner Mandla Money, whose blockchain enabled financial service is fast & affordable.

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  8. Mar 15

    We recently collaborated on a blended finance report to provide guidance to development actors on which instrument to use in which context. View it on our website -

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  9. Mar 15

    If you're a non profit organisation interested in learning about fundraising and effective leadership, consider attending this free, live webinar at the end of this month with Professor Arthur C. Brooks -

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  10. Mar 14

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  11. Mar 14

    Great to see growing conversation that systems lens is needed for education change. Central to concept of systemic school improvement is realisation that sustainable school improvement will happen if school interventions aim to change schools & the subsystem in which they operate

    Systemic School Improvement Interventions in South Africa: Some Practical Lessons from Development Practitioners
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  12. Mar 14

    Tomorrow at 10am will host a on 'Vaccine Safety: Side Effects & Adverse Events Following Immunisation (AEFIs)'. Learn more and register:

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  13. Mar 11

    Our next session will be on 1 April & we look forward to hearing from Bertha Scholars! Read more on the topics and speakers on the poster below and register here -

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  14. Mar 11

    An prevention shot could possibly impact many people's lives - however, a recent move by the industry to block licensing for generics may get in the way. Read more on the Doctors Without Borders website -

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  15. Mar 11

    Our partner have launched a new learning to support immunisation programmes in middle-income countries (MICs), who often face common challenges. Read more -

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  16. Mar 10

    How do we identify & create safe spaces to discuss mental health challenges? Our partner organisations weigh in for our Mental Well-being campaign. Read more insights here:

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  17. Mar 10

    Do you have ideas to share on systems thinking innovation and social justice? Volunteer as a Bertha Centre Brown Bag speaker! Contact us berthacentre@gsb.uct.ac.za Watch past sessions here -

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  18. Mar 10

    Of the other priorities for mental health youth programmes shared in todays workshop, some of which included - having positive role models; and trauma informed practice.

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  19. Mar 10

    When discussing the priorities, Deborah points out: "It is important for us to know what is available in our communities and also how to refer individuals…resources that are accessible, affordable & tailor made for young people.”

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  20. Mar 10

    "When supporting someone around mental health, language plays a critical role" ~ Lungelo Buthelezi

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