Tekano Health Equity in South Africa

Applications are now closed! We have received an exceptional number of applications, and we will begin with the selection process. Thank you to everyone who applied and for helping to spread the word. Good luck to all applicants! If you want to learn more about the Tekano Fellowship, click here: https://bit.ly/3T4QrRS

The 16th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity in Colombia wraps up today. Our fellow Azeeza Rangunwala recently presented her work with health organisations, low-carbon healthcare, and climate resilience, highlighting the link between health systems and biodiversity. Along with 34 fellows from our sister programmes, she also participated in the Atlantic Fellows Climate Convening, where they developed an action plan to tackle the inequalities of climate change, prioritising justice and the environment. Watch Azeeza as she shares why biodiversity is important to her work. #TekanoFellowship  #COP16 #AtlanticFellows

"Extended Reality (XR) is a transformative tool. It supports non-pharmacological therapies, and content can be tailored to the context and reality of the people served. It is also a powerful, creative, and fun medium for communities to have difficult conversations, shift harmful narratives, and influence behavioural change, especially regarding mental and brain health," said our fellow Abongile Davani after attending the inaugural XR Health Equity residency in Oxford. Abongile was alongside our fellow Tendai Chisirimunhu Kathemba and fellows from our sister programmes. Read: https://bit.ly/3YjgOGM #HealthEquity #AtlanticFellows

Recently released data reveal that at least 30% of people living in South African townships show symptoms of depression, and approximately 25% suffer from anxiety disorders. The worsening socio-economic conditions, like unemployment, poverty, and crime, contribute to this mental health burden. As we wrap up World Mental Health Awareness Month, our fellow Michel'le Donnelly, from the South African Federation for Mental Health, shares her thoughts on how to deal with the mental health issue. To learn more about Tekano, click here: www.tekano.org.za. #AtlanticFellows #TekanoFellowship  

Also, on this #WorldFoodDay, our fellow Mzikhona Mgedle and his team from the Langa Bicycle Hub distributed food to elderly people and people living with disabilities in Langa using bicycles. To learn more about Mzikhona, please click here: https://bit.ly/4h6wEvI #AtlanticFellows #TekanoFellowship

This #WorldFoodDay, our Fellow Tinashe Njanji, along with several partners, protested outside Parliament in Cape Town against skyrocketing food prices, calling for access to healthy and affordable food for all. Watch Tinashe as he expands on this. To learn more about Tekano, click here: www.tekano.org.za #AtlanticFellows #TekanoFellowship

Today marks the #InternationalDayOfTheGirlChild, a day to celebrate the strength, resilience, and potential of girls around the world. Our fellow Zimbini Madikiza from the Rural Health Advocacy Project says every girl, including those in rural areas, deserves the opportunity to dream, learn, and lead. To learn more about Tekano, click here: www.tekano.org.za #AtlanticFellows #TekanoFellowship

📢Join our Team!📢 We’re looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Procurement and Operations Manager to join our team in Cape Town. You’ll be responsible for overseeing and managing procurement processes, operational projects, and supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with our ethical policies and driving efficient, cost-effective solutions. Are you interested? Apply here: https://bit.ly/4fRNRby Deadline: 18 October 2024 #AtlanticFellows #TekanoFellowship

📢 A reminder to apply for the Fellowship Programmes Manager position based at our office in Cape Town. You will be responsible for developing and executing plans for the fellowship programmes activities, including curriculum design, budget monitoring, and evaluation of programme outcomes. 🗓️Application Deadline: 11 October 2024. Apply Here: https://bit.ly/4fRNRby #TekanoFellowship #AtlanticFellows

Today, we are launching a series of community engagements focused on our collective well-being at the @Wits Club & Conference, Johannesburg. This gathering brings together our fellows, board members, and partners to reflect on the political landscape and its impact on our mission. Under the concept of Tswela Pele—meaning "moving forward"—we aim to transform our stories and experiences into reflections that inspire action and strengthen community ties. We're focusing on shifting mindsets at the individual, organisational, and community levels, considering what changes we can realistically make. To learn more about us, click here: www.tekano.org.za #Tekanofellowship #Atlanticfellows #TswelaPele