#hcifreflectionsReflecting on a Year of Impact | Community Impact Through Partnerships

This year, our journey has taken us across South Africa, visiting some of our remarkable implementing partners and witnessing firsthand the transformative power of their initiatives.Here are some highlights:At the Lebone Centre & ICDP Trust we had the privilege of spending the morning with Queenie and Noksi as they carried out their work on the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Raising Programme at clinics in Makhanda, Eastern Cape. Witnessing the dedication of the entire Lebone team was truly inspiring.Our time with Grace Vision reinforced the importance of accessible healthcare in rural communities. During our visit, we saw firsthand how their outreach programs restore sight and, with it, hope and independence for individuals who often lack access to these vital services.In the Western cape, at Levana Primary School, Earthchild Project introduced Environmental Education and life skills through activities like composting, worm farming, and yoga. These hands-on lessons empower children with life skills and foster a deeper connection to the environment.During our time with African Solutions to African Problems we explored two vibrant community gardens with immense potential for expansion. These gardens are more than just spaces for cultivation—they are hubs of solidarity among women.In the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal, we engaged with the community of Thanda at uMthwalume and Ndunge Village, where we were welcomed by their solar-powered, modern Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre. Their Imbewu ECD centre employs a story-based curriculum that nurtures children as thinkers, meaning-makers, and explorers. Additionally, we visited one of their organic farms, which not only provides food security for the farmers’ households but also generates income through produce sales.The work of our partners at the Ndumo Community Project has been nothing short of transformative. Witnessing their dedication was deeply moving, and their efforts are a shining example of sustainable community development.In the Free State, our visits included the inspiring Lesedi Educare Association where a dedicated team delivers quality early learning programs for vulnerable children. We also visited Tshepang Educare in Bethlehem and ECD centres in Kanana, Orkney. Among the remarkable individuals we met were Vuyani Pontsa, whose dedication shines at Happy Hearts ECD Centre, and Dora, whose achievements at Bokamoso Education Trust in Makwallo Location left a lasting impression.Our partner support visits throughout the year reaffirmed the value of hands-on engagement, providing opportunities to learn and collaborate. These moments highlighted the power of partnerships to drive sustainable impact and build resilient communities.Explore more about the projects and impact here: zurl.co/ltnUk#HCIFReflections ... See MoreSee Less