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World TB Day
CaSP would like to acknowledge the contribution and hard work of one of our students in the MA Clinical Psychology programme at UNISA. The infographic below is the hard work of Mr Wesley Pereira, a first year student in the MA Clinical Psychology programme at UNISA.
World Head Injury Awareness Day
Listen to our podcast with Prof Theophilus Lazarus on World Head Injury Awareness Day
Today marks World Head Injury Awareness Day, a vital opportunity to shed light on the importance of protecting our brains throughout all stages of life. Delve into the critical subject of brain health with a special podcast from Prof. Theophilus Lazarus. This podcast addresses critical topics of brain health, the impact of traumatic injuries from newborns to late life, established and emerging trends in neuroscience research, and more!
ENDING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AND FEMICIDE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), including violence against women, girls, and LGBTQIA+ people, intimate partner violence, domestic violence, sexual violence, and structural violence, is widespread in South Africa. In the last quarter of 2023 alone, more than 12,200 rapes were reported to the police, and the femicide rate in South Africa is more than five times the global average.
The End GBVF Movement
A multi-sectoral structure called the End GBVF Collective was formed in 2020 to coordinate the implementation of the National Strategic Plan (NSP) on Gender-Based Violence in South Africa. The national strategy seeks to urgently respond to victims and survivors of GBVF, broaden access to justice for survivors, change social norms and behaviour, strengthen existing architecture, promote accountability, and create more economic opportunities for women who are vulnerable to abuse because of poverty.
PsySSA has been part of the structure since 2022, with government, civil society, labour, private sector, research, academic, and development partners working together as part of this integrated national response to GBVF. From last year, the activities of the End GBVF Collective is referred to under the umbrella of the End GBV Movement, to reflect the growing number of organisations and individuals involved.
Opportunities to Get Involved
Opportunities for TVD members to join the End GBVF Movement and the fight against GBVF will be identified in this and upcoming issues of the TVD newsletter. Here are the first two opportunities to get you started:
- Complete the free GBVF 101 Course
GBVF 101 – Safeguarding is a free e-learning course that introduces the context and concepts of GBVF in South Africa and creates awareness and sensitivity about the complexity of GBVF and helping survivors. The aim of the course is to facilitate shared language to communicate clearly and efficiently about GBVF, and to ensure no harm is caused when working collectively in the GBVF sector. The course comprises nine stand-alone lessons with content, exercises, and additional readings. And if you have any feedback about or suggestions for improvement to the course, contact the training team on info@theworldofimpact.org.
- Sign up for the GBVF Health Check
The GBVF Maturity Health Check is a tool that helps workplaces in South Africa evaluate (quarterly) their behaviours, policies, and practices related to GBVF. If you work for or with an organisation that wants to do better, this developmental tool is what you need. Organisations use the tool to track their progress, identify improvements needed, and align with good practices, to ensure the workplace is a safe place. Participation in the current quarter ends on 24 May 2024.
To Find Out More
- Contact Leonie (leonie@leonievorster.co.za), who represents PsySSA in the End GBVF Collective
- Visit the End GBVF Movement website and the FAQ section
- Follow the End GBVF Movement on social media
- Read about the End GBVF Movement activities and more opportunities to join the fight against GBVF in the following TVD newsletter!
Join Our Team as an Psychologist in the Dynamic Cape Winelands – Contract Position
The Cape Winelands Education District is offering a contract employment opportunity for a Psychologist. This full-time position, from May 1, 2024, to October 31, 2024, involves providing psycho-educational services to approximately 23-25 schools. Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Psychology (Educational, Counselling, Clinical), HPCSA registration, education qualification and experience, and a valid driver’s license. Key responsibilities include training, developing preventative programs, implementing inclusive policies, and providing specialized support. Interested candidates should email their CV, qualifications, HPCSA registration, driver’s license, and testimonials by March 15, 2024. This position offers a great opportunity to gain experience in the education sector.
The Cape Winelands is a region characterized by a diverse mix of rural and urban areas. This unique setting presents a variety of educational environments and challenges, requiring a psychologist to be adaptable and resourceful. In rural areas, access to resources and services may be limited, necessitating innovative approaches to deliver psychological support. Urban areas, on the other hand, might offer more resources but also present different sets of challenges such as higher learner densities and a broader range of socio-economic backgrounds. Working in the Cape Winelands offers a valuable opportunity to make a significant impact across different community settings, enhancing educational outcomes and well-being for a wide range of learners, schools, and communities.