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Proteas of Mzansi: nationbuilder.co.za/initiatives/ Your business is the key to a better South Africa! Nation Builder equips businesses to maximise their social impact by supplying them with expert resources, and connecting them to like-minded partners. Find out more at www.proudnationbuilder.co.za

There is strength in pausing, reflecting and praying together. 🤍Throughout the year, the social impact sector continues ...
31/08/2026

There is strength in pausing, reflecting and praying together. 🤍

Throughout the year, the social impact sector continues to show up — serving communities, responding to need, leading with purpose and working together to create meaningful change. But in the midst of the work, we also need moments to pause, reflect and pray.

Join Nation Builder for our final Prayer Gathering of 2026 on Tuesday, 15 September, as we come together to pray for the organisations serving our communities, the leaders and teams carrying this work, the partnerships that make collective impact possible, and the people and communities at the heart of it all.

Whether you are a nonprofit leader, social worker, funder, volunteer or partner, you are warmly invited to be part of this time of unity, encouragement and hope.

As we gather for the final time this year, let’s lift up the people, purpose and partnerships that continue to strengthen South Africa’s social impact ecosystem.

Let’s close this season of prayer together. We look forward to praying with you.

đź”—Click on the link to register: https://forms.gle/RFGpuKtKawaZLve76

Join us for our upcoming Western Cape Social Worker Support Initiative on Friday, 11 September 2026, 08:30 - 12:00 at Th...
25/08/2026

Join us for our upcoming Western Cape Social Worker Support Initiative on Friday, 11 September 2026, 08:30 - 12:00 at The Polo Pavilion by Back's, Val de Vie Estate, Paarl.

Start your morning with a meaningful connection over a networking breakfast before hearing from our inspirational guest speaker, Simone de Wet. Following the breakfast session, attendees will have the opportunity to earn CPD points through our interactive Journal Club discussion.

Tickets are R150 per person, and space is limited (unfortunately, we cannot accommodate social auxiliary workers at this stage). Register early to secure your seat.

đź”—Click on the link below to register and purchase your ticket: https://nationbuilder.co.za/etn/western-cape-social-worker-initiative-september-2026/.

Registration closes on Tuesday, 08 September. We look forward to welcoming you to another inspiring morning of learning, connection, and collective support.

The countdown is on! In just one week, we’ll celebrate our 10 phenomenal 2026 Proteas of Mzansi — women whose leadership...
21/08/2026

The countdown is on!

In just one week, we’ll celebrate our 10 phenomenal 2026 Proteas of Mzansi — women whose leadership and commitment are strengthening communities and driving social change across South Africa.

On 27 August, we’ll come together in the Western Cape to recognise their stories, amplify their work and celebrate their contribution to the social impact ecosystem.

10 women. One celebration. A collective impact worth recognising. 🌸

A special thank you to KWV, our event partner, and to Val de Vie Foundation, Hertz and Airlink for their valued support. We’re also excited to be collaborating with Rolene Strauss and Love, Lolla as part of this year’s celebration — with more to be revealed soon.

This Mandela Month, invest in greater collective impact.The challenges facing South Africa's social impact sector are to...
02/07/2026

This Mandela Month, invest in greater collective impact.

The challenges facing South Africa's social impact sector are too complex for any one organisation to solve alone. Lasting change happens when purpose-driven organisations connect, collaborate and strengthen one another.

In the spirit of Mandela Day, we're making it easier to join a growing community committed to amplifying impact.

For the month of July, our annual membership fee will be just R670.
This special Mandela Month offer is available to:
✔️ Current members renewing their membership
✔️ New organisations joining our network

Membership gives you access to a collaborative ecosystem designed to help organisations grow their capacity, build meaningful partnerships, access learning opportunities, and contribute to greater collective impact across South Africa.
This July, honour Madiba's legacy by investing in a stronger, more connected social impact sector.

Offer valid: 01 July – 31 July
đź”—Click on the link to apply for membership: hub.nationbuilder.co.za/member-application/

🌸 Nominations are streaming in for Proteas of Mzansi 2026 — have you submitted yours yet?Across South Africa, extraordin...
18/06/2026

🌸 Nominations are streaming in for Proteas of Mzansi 2026 — have you submitted yours yet?

Across South Africa, extraordinary women are making a difference within the social impact eco-system every day. They are leading, serving, uplifting, and strengthening their communities, often without recognition.

If you know a woman whose impact deserves to be celebrated, now is the time to nominate her.
🏆 Selected Proteas will be honoured at a special celebration in the Western Cape, receive a professional photoshoot, and enjoy one year of complimentary Nation Builder membership.

⏰ Nominations close on Friday, 26 June 2026.

Don't miss the opportunity to shine a light on a woman whose service is helping to build a stronger South Africa.

đź”— Nominate your Protea via the link below:
nationbuilder.co.za/initiatives

17/06/2026

Multigenerational Leadership: From Theory to Action 🚀

We recently concluded the second round of our Nation Builder Collabs across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape, bringing together nonprofits and social investors to collaborate on practical responses to Multigenerational Leadership.

This round marked an important shift from high-level dialogue to co-creating real-world solutions for the social impact sector. Drawing on multi-provincial, cross-sector insights, participants moved beyond discussing why succession matters and focused on how we can make it happen.

We were privileged to host Minah Koela, Chief Executive Officer at Beautiful Gate, as our case-study speaker, sharing valuable insights on sustainable succession within the South African social impact landscape.

It was also a privilege to have Marlene Coetzee-George, our previous case study guest join the Western Cape Collab. Their collective experience and willingness to share practical leadership lessons continue to enrich this important conversation.

How encouraging to see the co-creation of solutions as we continue to map the way forward for Multigenerational Leadership and Inclusive Succession Planning!

Nominations for Proteas of Mzansi 2026 are now open!Nation Builder’s Proteas of Mzansi initiative celebrates South Afric...
09/06/2026

Nominations for Proteas of Mzansi 2026 are now open!

Nation Builder’s Proteas of Mzansi initiative celebrates South Africa’s unsung heroines—women who serve their communities with courage, compassion, resilience and commitment.

These are the women behind the work of community upliftment: the changemakers, caregivers, leaders and bridge-builders whose impact deserves to be seen, honoured and amplified.

Selected Proteas will be celebrated in the Western Cape through a meaningful day of honour, including a professional photoshoot and official ceremony. Each honouree will also receive one year of complimentary Nation Builder membership, connecting them to a national network of changemakers, resources and collaborative opportunities.

If you know an inspirational woman working in the social impact space, nominate her for Proteas of Mzansi 2026 today.

Let’s celebrate the women whose service is helping to build a stronger South Africa.

đź”— https://nationbuilder.co.za/initiatives/

Join the National Movement: Strengthen Child Protection Through Collaboration!đź’šThe 2026 Child Protection Month campaign,...
29/05/2026

Join the National Movement: Strengthen Child Protection Through Collaboration!đź’š

The 2026 Child Protection Month campaign, led by the South African Government and launched on May 3rd, is united under the powerful theme: 'Working together in ending violence against children.' This national effort relies on intersectoral collaboration—uniting government, civil society, development partners, community structures, and families—to promote the rights, safety, and well-being of every child.

As part of this shared responsibility, Nation Builder, in partnership with Arise, invites NPOs and child-facing teams to our practical 2026 Child Protection Workshop Series. This series offers interactive, practical workshops designed to empower NPOs and child-facing teams with essential tools to strengthen child safeguarding practices.

đź—“Upcoming Workshops: (CPD accreditation pending with the SACSSP)
20 August 2026 | Child Protection & Safeguarding: Build the Foundation by mastering safeguarding principles, legal frameworks, and practical responsibilities.

17 September 2026 | Beyond the Policy: Ensure long-term success by embedding safeguarding into your daily practice, systems, and team behaviours.

đź”—Click on the link below more information on our upcoming workshops: https://tinyurl.com/nudn8d7s

Let's work together to safeguard our children. Join the conversation today!

Always Remember These Emergency Contacts:
Report abuse to the South African Police Crime Stop line: 08600 10111.
Get support from the Department of Social Development’s Command Centre: 0800 428 428.

We’re excited to highlight our Emerging Evaluator, Lebo Nchachi, who will moderate a panel at gLOCAL Eval Week.Co‑creati...
25/05/2026

We’re excited to highlight our Emerging Evaluator, Lebo Nchachi, who will moderate a panel at gLOCAL Eval Week.

Co‑creation and co‑learning shape how we work and lead. We’re proud to see Lebo take on this role and represent Nation Builder’s commitment to practical, equitable evaluation in the social sector.

The panel will explore how AI can strengthen evaluation capacity, improve data‑driven decision‑making, and reinforce M&E systems in resource‑constrained settings, while assessing time- and cost-saving opportunities in analysis and reporting.

Join members, partners and stakeholders online on Wednesday, 03 June from 12:00–13:30 for “The Role of AI in Building Evaluation Capacity in Resource‑Constrained Settings,” hosted by the South African Monitoring and Evaluation Association Emerging Evaluators. For more information and to register, visit: https://glocalevalweek.org/event/role-ai-building-evaluation-capacity-resource-constrained-settings

Join us for our upcoming Western Cape Social Worker Support Initiative on Friday, 05 June 2026, 08:30 - 12:00 at The Pol...
15/05/2026

Join us for our upcoming Western Cape Social Worker Support Initiative on Friday, 05 June 2026, 08:30 - 12:00 at The Polo Pavilion by Back’s, Val de Vie Estate, Paarl.
Start your morning with a meaningful connection over a networking breakfast before hearing from our inspirational guest speaker, Dr Meghan Cyster, dental surgeon, Mrs SA semi-finalist 2026, and advocate for community upliftment. Following the breakfast session, attendees will have the opportunity to earn CPD points through our interactive Journal Club discussion.
🎟️ Tickets are R150 per person, and space is limited (unfortunately, we cannot accommodate social auxiliary workers at this stage). Be sure to register early to secure your seat.

đź”— Click on the link below to register and purchase your ticket. Registration closes on Tuesday, 02 June. https://nationbuilder.co.za/etn/wc-social-worker-initiative-june-2026/

We look forward to welcoming you to another inspiring morning of learning, connection, and collective support.

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Head Office: Workshop17 Tabakhuis, Paarl/Cnr Tabak & Louws Street, Southern Paarl
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Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
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