Justice Desk Africa

21/12/2023

📢 Exciting News! Justice Desk Africa is Moving! 🌍

Dear Justice Desk Africa Community,

We're thrilled to share some exciting news with you! Justice Desk Africa is moving to a new and improved page to better connect, engage, and share our impactful journey with you.

👉 Follow Us at Our New Home: https://www.facebook.com/justicedeskafrica

Why the move? We want to ensure you receive the latest updates, inspiring stories, and opportunities to make a difference directly in your feed. This transition will help us create an even stronger online community dedicated to human rights, justice, and positive change.

What You Can Expect: 🌈 More Inspiring Stories 💬 Engaging Conversations 🌐 Impactful Updates 🎉 Exciting Campaigns and Events

How to Stay Connected:

Click the link to our new page: https://www.facebook.com/justicedeskafrica
Hit "Follow" or "Like" to stay in the loop.
Share this post with your friends who share our passion for justice.
We're immensely grateful for your ongoing support, and we can't wait to continue this journey with you at our new Facebook home!

🤝 Together, let's keep standing up for justice and making a positive impact. See you on the other side! 💙

🌍

Justice Desk Africa is an award-winning human rights organisation which operates across Africa.

13/12/2023

It's the Season of Compassion: Give the Gift of Justice for

As we embrace the joyous spirit of the December holidays, let us also extend our generosity to make a lasting impact on the lives of those less fortunate. Consider contributing to Justice Desk Africa's projects, a noble cause dedicated to promoting justice, education, and empowerment. Your support can provide invaluable opportunities for children in these projects, ensuring their continued involvement in the coming year. By giving during this festive season, you are not only gifting the joy of learning and growth but also fostering a brighter future for these young minds. Together, let's make a collective effort to empower the next generation, enabling them to return to the Justice Desk Africa's projects with renewed hope, enthusiasm, and the tools they need to build a better tomorrow. Your generosity is a beacon of light that illuminates pathways to education, justice, and a promising future for these children. Join us in spreading the warmth of compassion and making a positive impact this holiday season.

To donate, please follow this link: https://www.givengain.com/cc/its-the-season-of-compassion-give-the-gift-of-justice/

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

07/12/2023

Congratulations to our new Chairperson!

On the 6th of December 2023, Petrina Pakoe was voted in as the new Chairperson of Justice Desk Africa's Board of Governors!

Petrina Pakoe is a community development practitioner passionate about children and social justice.

To read more about Petrina, please read our latest blog article by following this link: https://www.justicedesk.org/post/petrina-pakoe-voted-in-as-justice-desk-africa-s-new-chairperson

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

06/12/2023

Empowering survivors beyond the report: A reminder that healing is a journey, not a destination.

Let's stand together during , offering support, strength, and solidarity to survivors as they navigate their path toward resilience and recovery.



Justice Desk Africa is supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and Edmund Rice Foundation Australia. Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australian High Commission in South Africa

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

06/12/2023

On Tuesday 10 October, our Justice Desk Africa team spent the day at St Mary's. In the morning our team facilitated 2 talks with the primary school children at St Mary's Prep and in the afternoon the team facilitated another two talks at St Mary's College.

The morning talks focused on South Africa with its vibrant history, people, and cultures. Students learned about the importance of being a good citizen, of caring for others and our planet earth, as well as the importance of promoting equality everywhere you go.

At the conclusion of the day, the school's Head Teacher presented Justice Desk Africa with a donation of 250 pounds, to support our work. A massive thank you to this wonderful school for welcoming us so lovingly and for their amazing support of our work!

At St Mary's College we spoke with two different classes of students, encouraging and inspiring teachers and young people to get involved in activism work and be part of efforts to create effective change for the better. After the talks, various students were invited to stay and learn more from our team. Students were extremely eager to learn about the many advocacy initiatives being led by our very own Youth Ambassadors across Africa, and how they could do the same in their country.

A big thank you to the Edmund Rice Network office in England for making this trip happen!

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

05/12/2023

Educate, Empower, Report: Join us in the journey of breaking the silence during the .

Understanding the process of reporting sexual offenses is crucial. Let's stand together to support survivors and create a safer world for all.



Justice Desk Africa is supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and Edmund Rice Foundation Australia. Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australian High Commission in South Africa

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

05/12/2023

Our Justice Desk Team spent the day at St Aidan's Catholic Academy in Sunderland, training students in 3 sessions. The school's core values are hard work, trust, and fairness. Their values-driven policies, clear vision, and consistent routines demand and nurture a strong sense of moral purpose, personal responsibility, integrity, honesty, and respect for others among their students.

Our team ran three training sessions with various groups of students focused on our concept of Everyday Activism. Students were taught about the difference between works of charity and justice and were equipped with powerful tools that could be used by students to advocate for a more just and equal society. The students were incredibly focused as they grappled with the importance of our lesson, and left feeling inspired and eager to start their advocacy campaigns in their schools. We were incredibly happy to see the students' commitment to engaging in works of justice, and in supporting their future Youth Ambassadors in their work.

A massive thank you to the Edmund Rice Network office in England for sponsoring, hosting, and coordinating our UK tour.

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

04/12/2023

Empower your voice, break the silence.

Join the movement for as we shed light on the steps to take once you recognise that you have or are currently experiencing gender-based violence and would like to open a case.

National Shelter helpline 0800 150 150
Pride shelter trust 021 423 2871 / Whatsapp: 068 574 4062
South African Depression & Anxiety Group 011 234 4837
Su***de helpline: 0800 567 567
Cipla 24 hour Mental Health Helpline 0800 456 789 / Whatsapp: 076 882 2775
Childline 116

Together, let's stand strong against gender-based violence.



Justice Desk Africa is supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and Edmund Rice Foundation Australia. Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australian High Commission in South Africa

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

04/12/2023

As part of our team's UK tour, they were invited to be the keynote speakers at the Edmund Rice Schools Network annual Teachers Conference.

Our team led a full day of training on all things human rights, social justice, and everyday activism. The aim was to educate and inspire teachers so that they would go back to their schools, and lead their students in works of advocacy. Our Mbokodo girls also led sessions on gender-based violence and even ended the day off with a self-defense class which was enjoyed by all!

The day was filled with activities, videos, dance challenges, and much more, as our team took the participants on a journey of justice. Students were able to access various Justice Desk Africa training and educational materials as well as have one-on-one discussions with our team on their individual school contexts and how they could make a difference.

A massive thank you to the Edmund Rice Network office in England for sponsoring, hosting, and coordinating our UK tour.

The Mbokodo Project in South Africa is supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and Edmund Rice Foundation Australia. Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australian High Commission in South Africa

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.

01/12/2023

Hear the story behind 16 Ways for 16 Days, as the inspiring founder, Barbara shares the roots of her motivation and the essence of everyday activism. Join the movement and explore the power of small actions in making a big impact.



Justice Desk Africa is supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and Edmund Rice Foundation Australia. Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australian High Commission in South Africa

Thanks to the support of Misean Cara and Edmund Rice Development.