HEROES OF HOPE

Providing aftercare and trauma-informed life skills programs is crucial for the holistic development of learners. These services go beyond academics, offering a safe environment where students receive help with homework, engage in enriching activities, and build relationships with supportive adults.

Trauma-informed life skills programs address the emotional and social challenges learners face, especially those exposed to high levels of trauma, such as food insecurity, violence, and abuse. By equipping students with tools to manage stress, build resilience, and develop healthy relationships, we help them overcome obstacles and thrive.

HEROES OF HOPE – TRAUMA INFORMED-LIFESKILLS PROGRAM

In South Africa, children face high levels of trauma from various factors. Research shows the impact of trauma on children mirrors adult Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Our Heroes of Hope program, developed with Arise (a local NGO), helps children recognize trauma, change negative thinking, and process their experiences in safe spaces. We train facilitators to deliver this 9-week program in schools, and pilot feedback from Langa has been overwhelmingly positive.

We aim to expand this program nationwide and train Deaf facilitators to extend its reach to Deaf schools. Partner with us 

At Sakh’Ulutsha, we take our responsibility to the youth we serve very seriously. As trusted figures in their lives, young people often feel safe disclosing personal traumas and challenges to our team members. While we are not equipped to address these issues directly, we are dedicated to providing a compassionate listening ear and carefully referring them to the appropriate support channels.

Our role involves working closely with school support services, social workers, parents, and other professionals to ensure that any reported cases of abuse or trauma are addressed promptly and effectively. By fostering trusted relationships with youth, we help them take the first step toward receiving the help they need.

This collaboration is crucial, and we are honored to be a part of a support network that prioritizes the well-being and safety of young people.