Skills Development Centre
Veggie Garden, Meals, and Creche
Our Story: Building a Stronger
Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo
Together, we are cultivating hope, empowering lives, and nurturing our community's future.
Historical Background
Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo Community Projects emerged from a profound concern for the widespread unemployment, poverty, crime, and various social issues plaguing the Joe Slovo community. Our founder envisioned a solution and inspired a group of dedicated women to turn a local dumping site into a vibrant vegetable garden. This initial project not only produced fresh vegetables for community members but also sparked a broader mission. We researched land ownership, secured a 99-year lease with CPA, and began laying the groundwork for a permanent structure to house our growing initiatives.
To create a self-sufficient, empowered, and healthy community where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, free from the grips of poverty, crime, and social disadvantage.
To uplift the Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo community by providing sustainable solutions for food security, skill development, early childhood education, health awareness, and social support, fostering an environment of moral values, growth, and long-term success.
Our Objectives
Regenerate Moral Values
Educate youth on life values, and the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.
Address Health Crises
Combat STDs/HIV & AIDS and other communicable diseases.
Food Security
Provide nutritious soup kitchens and establish vegetable gardens.
Community Collaboration
Partner with organizations sharing similar objectives.
Land Compliance
Cooperate with the government on land use and compliance.
Educational Services
Offer essential educational services to children, including primary school preparation and aftercare.
Safe Environment
Ensure a safe and nurturing learning and play environment.
Promote Children's Rights
Advocate for and protect the rights of children.
Skill Development
Implement programs in sewing, general work, and recycling to foster entrepreneurship.
Health Promotions
Train community caregivers to assist with health tracing and promotions.
Our Team & Governance
Led by our dedicated Chairperson, Ayanda Xalabile, our organization is composed of 90% women and 10% men.
We are a registered NPO (184-776) and PBO, with a tax clearance certificate and BBBEE certification. Our operations are fully audited, ensuring transparency and accountability. Our volunteers are registered with the Department of Labour for UIF and COIDA, and we are also registered with National Treasury.