Phola Mzansi Social Enterprise

09/04/2026

The Women Changing the World Awards – South Africa Region, held on 27 March 2026, served as a significant platform to recognise and celebrate women whose work continues to drive meaningful change across communities and sectors.

Phola Mzansi is proud to contribute to a movement that values recognition, connection, and the advancement of women’s leadership and impact.

08/04/2026

Take your practice deeper with globally recognised, trauma-responsive training.

Phola International presents the Advanced COURRAGE Training — an immersive two-day workshop rooted in the award-winning Tree of Life and COURRAGE methodologies. Facilitated by Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, this advanced training is designed for practitioners ready to strengthen their therapeutic skills, refine their practice, and confidently respond to trauma using narrative and experiential approaches.

Participants will engage with the 10 steps of the COURRAGE methodology, explore real project case studies, take part in hands-on experiential learning, and create their own COURRAGE photo storybooks. This training is ideal for professionals working in mental health, education, community development, and social impact spaces who want to create meaningful, sustainable change.

🎓 Certificate of participation provided
📅 Multiple 2026 dates available on the flyer
⏳ Two-day intensive training
💡 Global, results-driven approach to healing and impact

Step into a space of learning, courage, and transformation — and expand the way you support others. ✨

08/04/2026

Prevention begins with conversation, reflection, and responsibility.

The O.U.T.T.R.A.G.E.D Methodology is a collective narrative therapy framework designed to engage men and boys in meaningful dialogue around violence and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention. This training equips practitioners, educators, and community workers with tools to facilitate awareness, support behaviour change, and nurture non-violent, values-driven identities.

Through guided reflection and experiential learning, participants are supported to strengthen personal agency, challenge anger- and violence-dominated narratives, and step into roles as community champions and agents of social justice.

Join Phola International in advancing trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches to GBV prevention — and be part of creating safer, more accountable communities.

🎓 Certificate of participation provided
📅 Multiple 2026 dates available on the flyer

08/04/2026

Begin your journey with a globally award-winning healing methodology.

Phola International invites practitioners, educators, and community workers to Level 1: Introduction to the Tree of Life — a powerful, culturally grounded training facilitated by Ncazelo Ncube Mlilo, co-founder of the Tree of Life approach.

This 7-hour immersive workshop introduces the history and foundations of the Tree of Life methodology, the narrative ideas that shape it, and the Imbeleko approach. Through experiential learning, participants will explore the four key parts of the methodology and gain practical tools to support individuals and communities affected by trauma.

Whether you are new to narrative practices or seeking to strengthen your trauma-responsive work, this training offers a solid, inspiring foundation.

🎓 Certificate of participation available
📅 Multiple 2026 dates
⏰ 10AM–5PM (London time)
🌍 Internationally recognised training

Step into learning that restores dignity, builds resilience, and expands your impact.💚

07/04/2026

27 March 2026 was an evening filled with joy and rich narrative stories from a cross-section of women who gathered to receive awards in recognition of their impactful work in various categories in South Africa. The guest speaker, Professor Tinuade Adekunbi Ojo from the University of Johannesburg, delivered an inspiring speech, encouraging women to strive for more and make the world a better place for humanity. She commenced by quoting an African proverb, “If you educate a woman, you educate a nation.” She further stated, “Tonight, we gather not merely to celebrate achievements, but to honor impact – the kind that reshapes communities, disrupts inequality, and builds new possibilities for posterity. We are here to recognize women who are not waiting for change, but who are driving it – boldly, relentlessly, and often against tremendous odds. In the context of South Africa, the story of women changing the world is deeply historical, profoundly political, and unmistakably present. Women in South Africa are not just participating in change – they are redefining the terms of engagement. They are shifting leadership from domination to inclusion, and from extraction to sustainability. Tonight, we celebrate women who have not only kept pace, but who have set the pace. In the words of Maya Angelou, who eloquently captured the spirit we celebrate tonight, “I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it.” The convenor of the Women Changing the World Awards in South Africa, Ncazelo Mlilo, thanked the guest speaker for her presence and support, as well as for her poignant and candid speech, which encouraged women to continue dismantling inequalities that limit women’s full participation in society.

02/04/2026

Understanding autism starts with awareness—and grows through acceptance 💙

Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a lifelong developmental condition that affects how individuals communicate, interact, and experience the world. Every person on the spectrum is unique, with their own strengths, needs, and ways of navigating life.

At Phola, we believe in shifting the narrative—from misunderstanding to compassion, from stigma to inclusion. By educating ourselves and others, we can create spaces where neurodiverse individuals feel seen, respected, and supported.

Let’s continue to learn, listen, and lead with empathy.🤍

02/04/2026

Today we observe World Autism Awareness Day💙

Autism is a spectrum, and every individual experiences the world in their own unique way. Today is a reminder to move beyond awareness—to understanding, acceptance, and inclusion.

At Phola, we believe in creating spaces where every person is seen, valued, and supported. Let us continue to challenge stigma, educate our communities, and stand in compassion with individuals and families affected by autism.

Together, we can make a difference.🤍

01/04/2026

Moments that moved us. Moments that matter.

The Women Changing the World Awards South Africa Region event was more than just a gathering—it was a powerful celebration of women who are driving change, often behind the scenes and against all odds.

Each image captured here tells a story of resilience, courage, and purpose. From shared laughter to powerful testimonies, this was a space where women were seen, heard, and honoured.

We are proud to have been part of a moment that not only celebrates impact but inspires even greater change.

Here’s to the women who continue to rise, lead, and transform communities every single day.

01/04/2026

01/04/2026

April marks Health Awareness Month 🇿🇦❤️

At Phola, we believe that healing begins with awareness. This month, we join the nation in encouraging individuals, families, and communities to prioritise their health, physically, emotionally, and mentally.

Through our work, we continue to equip communities with the tools to overcome trauma, build resilience, and access the support they deserve.

Let us use this moment to:
Check in on our health, support one another, break the silence around mental health, and choose healing, every day.💪💚💛

Together, we can build healthier, stronger communities.

27/03/2026