Posts Tagged ‘Early Childhood Development’
Part 2 – Acceptance, Healing and Skills: CP Block Week
Our final cerebral palsy Block Week for the year welcomed six children and their guardians daily. Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects muscle movement and coordination, and it can vary in severity. The week was not only about learning new techniques and strategies but also about emotional growth. Guardians like Nokwe, whose son…
Read MorePART 1 – Siyakwazi’s Therapy Block Weeks: Tailored Interventions, Tangible Progress
In term three of 2024, Siyakwazi hosted two specialised Block Weeks at our Resource Centre – one focused on cerebral palsy (CP) and the other on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These interventions are not just weeks on our calendar; they represent a cornerstone of Siyakwazi’s approach to inclusive, holistic development and tailored support for children…
Read MoreA Testament to Commitment: Dlukulwane Primary School’s Partnership with Siyakwazi
Siyakwazi’s journey with Dlukulwane Primary School in KwaXolo began in 2023 when we first met *Bongani, a child with a learning disability who had been referred to the Inclusion Programme. Though Siyakwazi had not yet established a partnership with the school, it was clear that the teachers, especially Mrs Mseleku, were dedicated to addressing barriers…
Read MoreSupport for Babies: Nurturing Development in the Early Years
In the tender years from birth to two years old, every smile, touch, and word carries immense significance. Siyakwazi has seen firsthand that many families are often unaware of a child’s innate ability to learn from such an early age. Through Siyakwazi’s Early Learning Programme, home visits – already 736 completed in 2024 for 150…
Read MoreDISABILITY RIGHTS AWARENESS MONTH – UNDERSTANDING DISABILITIES: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE CHALLENGES
PRESS RELEASE KwaNzimakwe, South Africa – In recognition of Disability Rights Awareness Month (3 Nov–3 Dec), Siyakwazi, a local non-profit organisation, aims to raise awareness about the diversity of disabilities, including those that may not be immediately visible. Disabilities can affect a person’s physical, sensory, cognitive, or mental functions and may be present from birth, be…
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