PHOLA Psychosocial Organisation

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

THE TREE OF LIFE HAS TRAVELLED.

From one context to another, people around the world have engaged with the Tree of Life.

The approach is now used in over 60 countries.

This Friday, join us as we continue exploring a methodology that has connected with people across different communities and contexts.

Friday Live | 7:00pm South African time
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14/10/2026

DISCOVER THE TREE OF LIFE: EVERY STORY MATTERS

What helps us grow through life’s challenges? Who has supported us along the way? And what strengths have helped us keep going, even during difficult times?

The Tree of Life is a strengths-based, narrative approach developed by Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo in collaboration with David Denborough. It uses the metaphor of a tree to help people explore their roots, skills, hopes, dreams, supportive relationships and the valuable experiences that have shaped their lives.

How can the Tree of Life benefit people?

Through this approach, people can:
🌳 Recognise their strengths, skills and abilities.
🌿 Reconnect with their identity, culture and personal history.
🤝 Acknowledge the people who have supported and encouraged them.
🍃 Rediscover hopes and dreams for the future.
❤️ Build connections with others and recognise that they are not alone in navigating life’s challenges.

Through our Tree of Life programmes in schools and communities, we have seen the importance of creating safe spaces where people can share their stories, recognise their abilities and appreciate the relationships that contribute to their growth.

✨ Join Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo for our Tree of Life Friday Live session!

This is an opportunity to learn more about the Tree of Life, understand how it works and explore how it can help us see our lives beyond the challenges we have experienced. Together, we will reflect on the stories, relationships, values and strengths that continue to shape who we are becoming.

Because our stories are not defined by hardship alone. They also hold courage, connection, hope and possibilities for the future.

📅 Every Friday at 7pm SAST
📍 Facebook Live at https://web.facebook.com/PholaNpo/?_rdc=1&_rdr #

Every Friday. Every story matters.

10/10/2026

At Phola NPO, we believe that the person is not the problem; the problem is the problem. ❤️💛🖤

Our Psychosocial and Mental Health services focus on providing trauma-informed mental health support, community-based programmes, and training that strengthens resilience and promotes emotional well-being.

Through culturally sensitive counselling, school-based initiatives, community workshops, and capacity-building, we work towards creating supportive spaces where individuals and communities can access the psychosocial support they need.

Mental health matters. Healing is possible, and no one should have to navigate their journey alone.

📞 Contact us: +27 64 529 0855
🌐 www.phola.org

10/10/2026

Today, 10 October, we join the world in recognising World Mental Health Day. 💚💜

At Phola NPO, we recognise the importance of mental health and the need to create supportive spaces where people feel heard, understood and valued.

Let us continue to break the stigma surrounding mental health, encourage open conversations, and remind one another that asking for support is a sign of strength. Together, we can build healthier individuals and stronger communities.

Your mental health matters. Let’s make mental well-being a priority, today and every day.

09/10/2026

YOUR WEEKLY INVITATION🌳🫵🏽💚

What if Friday could be more than the end of the week?

Join Ncazelo Mlilo for our weekly Tree of Life Live Session — a space for storytelling, reflection and connection.

Every Friday, we explore different aspects of the Tree of Life and the ways it can help us think about our stories, our lives and our futures.

🌍 Join us from wherever you are in the world.

🕖 Every Friday | 7:00pm South Africa time
📲 Live on Facebook @ PHOLA Psychosocial Organisation

Come and experience the Tree of Life with us.

Connection

09/10/2026

YOUR WEEKLY INVITATION🌳🫵🏽💚

What if Friday could be more than the end of the week?

Join Ncazelo Mlilo for our weekly Tree of Life Live Session — a space for storytelling, reflection and connection.

Every Friday, we explore different aspects of the Tree of Life and the ways it can help us think about our stories, our lives and our futures.

🌍 Join us from wherever you are in the world.

🕖 Every Friday | 7:00pm South Africa time
📲 Live on Facebook PHOLA Psychosocial Organisation

Come and experience the Tree of Life with us.

07/10/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

This October, Phola joins the global call to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.

Let’s encourage one another to be informed, pay attention to changes in our bodies, seek medical advice when needed, and support those affected by breast cancer.

💗 Raise awareness. Show support. Encourage early detection.