About Us
Our story is one of hope and resilience — for 20 years, Sizakuyenza has stood alongside abused women, children, and vulnerable families in Philippi, offering safety, healing, and empowerment to help them rebuild their lives with dignity.
Our Organizational DNA
At Sizakuyenza NPO, our identity and purpose are rooted in the belief that every woman and family deserves safety, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive. Our Vision, Mission, and Values together form the DNA that drives everything we do.
Vision
Sizakuyenza has a vision of a peaceful, thriving and prosperous Philippi where people feel and are safe from harm.
Mission
Our mission is to create a supportive community where abused women and vulnerable families in Philippi and the surrounding areas can find safety, healing, independence, and empowerment, and rebuild their lives with dignity and confidence through our psychosocial support services and sheltering programmes.
Values
We uphold the following values:
- Acceptance
- Accountabilty
- Confidentiality
- Compassion
- Empathy
- Impact
- Integrity
- Perseverance
- Teamwork
- Transparency
OUR STORY
and nioSizakuyenza, meaning “We will do it!”, was founded in 2005 to respond to the severe social challenges in Philippi, Cape Town. At the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis, families were torn apart, leaving many child-headed households and increased abuse against women and children. Misunderstanding of the disease, along with rising substance abuse, deepened the crisis.
To provide safety and psychosocial support, Sizakuyenza established the Safe Home and developed programmes for Families and Children and Substance Abuse. Today, the organisation runs three core programmes: Victim Empowerment , Community Outreach, Children and Families. Recognising the intertwined impact of HIV, substance abuse, and gender-based violence, Sizakuyenza also conducts workshops addressing these issues as a destructive cycle that continues to affect the community.
Our Gallery
Step into the heart of Sizakuyenza NPO through our gallery. Each picture tells a story of hope, resilience, and transformation. From community outreach programs and youth empowerment workshops to safe spaces for women and children, our gallery captures the impact of your support in action.
latest news updates
This section shares stories of hope, updates from our programmes, and highlights of the challenges and victories we encounter on the ground. From women regaining independence, to children rediscovering their sense of safety, to community initiatives that break the cycle of abuse — these are the moments that inspire us to keep pushing forward.
Staff members
Programmes
Our Board Members
United by a shared vision for lasting social impact, they provide strategic guidance, ensure accountability, and uphold our values of transparency and integrity.
Kathleen Dey
Chairperson
Sonwabile Dwangu
Board Member
Bukelwa Sontshantsha
Board Member
Nontsikelelo Sigege
Director
Khashifa Chilwan
Board Member
Charlton Ziervogel
Board Member
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