DO MORE FOUNDATION Newsletter – March 2021

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#DoMore4Nkomazi newsletter: March 2021

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 13) Kayin Scholtz

The Early Childhood Development (ECD) sector has been hard hit by the pandemic. If we want to avoid a significant loss in human capital in South Africa, we have to prioritise and protect our youngest children

Maximize your B-BBEE spend by #DoingMore

It’s almost Financial Year end and we know how stressful it can be.  The good news is that we are here to help you maximize your B-BBEE spend! Through our registrations and standing with the Department

Real Reform for ECD: Together we can #DoMore

The Children’s Amendment Bill proposes amendments in relation to a wide range of issues impacting on children. However, The Bill does not address the very important need to reform the laws governing services for young children

(Wood)working together to #DoMorePlay!

Playing with young children sparks imagination, creativity, problem solving, negotiating relationships and a huge variety of intellectual and other skills – in fact everything they need to know about life and how to live in the

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Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 12) with Ruby Motaung

The pandemic has had devastating consequences on the Early Childhood Development sector, including the loss of 100,000 ECD practitioner jobs. In this Mzansi Edge “ECD Talk” with Ruby Motaung (Director of TREE ECD) we take a

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 11) Shelley O’Carroll

78% of Grade Four learners in South Africa cannot read for basic meaning in any national language. In other words, 8 out of every 10 nine-year-olds in South Africa are currently functionally illiterate. In this episode of Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” we explore the

Worcester newsletter: February 2021

Save Our ECD Workforce: We Are Running Out Of Time

Media release by the ECD & Basic Education Working Group of the C-19 People Coalition [3rd February 2021] The Early Childhood Development (ECD) community is outraged that it has not received any support from the Department of Social

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 10) Kopano Mobaso

Recent studies have shown that more than 6 out of 10 children face extreme poverty in South Africa. Worse still, the effects of extreme poverty on children will have life-long consequences. In this episode of Mzansi

Worcester newsletter: Capacity Building workshops for Practitioners

The Worcester Young Child Forum is gathering momentum and is attended by many varied stakeholders working with or for young children and their families. It is a great opportunity for provincial, district and local government to

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 9) Puleng Motsoeneng

Whilst the lockdown regulations have eased, the state of the Early Childhood Development sector has been left with a massive crisis on their hands. Check out the latest Mzansi Edge “ECD Talk” with Puleng Motsoeneng from

“Going green” with Vusi Mkhize

From our community gardens to your homes. Our very own Hammarsdale grower – Vusi Mkhize – shares his insights on how to start your own home veggie garden in your spare time this holiday season.

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 8) with Thandeka Rantsi

Some interesting feedback from the Mzansi Edge expedition team is the alarming number of ECD Centres that appear to have shut their doors completely with a large percentage being vandalised and looted over the past few

Amakhosi Safari Lodge partners to #DoMore!

ABOUT THE DO MORE FOUNDATION HOW WE ARE #DOINGMORE TOGETHER Whilst the Covid-19 lockdown regulations have eased, the state of the South African Early Childhood Development (ECD) sector has been left with a massive crisis on

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Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 7) with Hilary Goeiman

With rising levels of malnutrition and the state of food security in South Africa during the C19 pandemic, we had a chat with Hilary Goeiman (Deputy Director : Integrated Nutrition Programme & Project Manager First 1000

2020: Thank you for #DoingMore with us!

My African Dream sung by some of the DO MORE FOUNDATION beneficiaries from across the country. Thank you for helping create better tomorrows for the young children of South Africa during Covid-19 and beyond. Together we

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The women of ECD: on the ground with the BiggerThanMe team

Thanks to the BiggerThanMe team, the wonderful women of ECD in Worcester had a chance to shared their stories of life on the ground running an ECD Centre in a rural community in SA. Check our

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 6) with Renee Lighton

Now as you all know Kingsley and team are distributing high quality early learning materials along the journey. This is to stress the importance of early learning and provide them with stimulating games and activities that

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 5) with Joan Van Niekerk

As seen during out Mzansi Edge expedition, ECD Centres play a key role in serving some of the most vulnerable groups in poverty stricken communities across South Africa. These Centres also play a critical role in

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 4) with Pam Picken

During lockdown, young children from vulnerable households have largely been stuck at home relying on their parents to “keep them busy” as Kingsley has highlighted along the journey. This is primarily due to the fact that

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 3) with Ruth Lundie

Topic: The importance of the first 1000 days As you can imagine, the most important part of any journey is the preparation upfront to make sure you have everything you need for the trip to be

Worcester newsletter: re-opening of ECD Centres

The trade-off between lives and livelihoods became very apparent in the progression of the lockdown. ECD activists and practitioners became increasingly concerned that children were not sufficiently stimulated at home, which would negatively impact on their

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: Caring for children with disabilities

How can I support my child with a disability? How can I play with my child with disabilities? Child development expert Professor Maureen Samms-Vaughan answers these and other questions.

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: Breastfeeding

UNICEF sat down with Dr. Michele Griswold, lactation expert and former president of the International Lactation Consultant Association to answer some of the many questions surrounding breastfeeding.

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: Your baby’s first foods

What are the best first foods for babies? What should I do if my baby refuses to eat? UNICEF speak to nutrition expert Dr. Purnima Menon to find out what parents need to know about introducing

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: 7 questions about babies every new parent asks

New parents have thousands of questions about how to give their baby the best start in life. We put some of the most searched for ones to Professor Frank Oberklaid, Director of the Centre for Community Child Health

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: Getting your baby’s first vaccines

Getting your child’s first vaccines can cause a lot of anxiety for many parents, but there are ways to make it less stressful for both you and your baby. Check out UNICEF’s video below with paediatric

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: How music affects your baby’s brain

Music can play an important role in your child’s growth, even before birth. Exposing your child to music ignites all areas of child development. And doing this early can help ensure that your baby grows up

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: How to build your baby’s mental health

When should I start thinking about my baby’s mental health? How can I promote positive mental health in my family? Psychologist and child development expert Dr. Lisa Damour answers these questions and more.

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: Building babies’ brains through play

Did you know that the most important interaction you can have with your child is through play? Harvard University’s Dr. Jack Shonkoff explains the most important thing a parent can do to support their child’s brain

UNICEF Mini Parenting Master Class: Baby talk

Baby talk may sound silly to you, but not to your child! In the first 1,000 days, your baby’s brain develops at a pace never repeated again. Baby talk helps give your child the best start in life.

More about the #DoMoreFriday movement!

Every Friday, people across the country are putting on their “I#DoMore” t-shirts to show how small actions can make a big difference About the #DoMoreFriday movement The #DoMoreFriday movement is about being part of the collective

Campaign launches for Real Reform for Early Childhood Development (ECD)

Overview: Why reform is needed Legislative amendments being proposed in Parliament are a missed opportunity to improve the lives of millions of children. In response, a campaign has been launched to urgently ensure that real reform

CSI must change gear to confront the new reality

By Marcus Coetzee – Management Consultant Back in January, most businesses were pursuing a Corporate Social Investment (CSI) strategy which had been fine-tuned over the years. Then the pandemic hit South Africa in late March. Everything

Take up the #2020Challenge this #GivingTuesday!

Take up the #2020Challenge today and double your impact this #GivingTuesday on GlobalGiving! For as little as R20 | $1 | €1 | £1 a month or R400 | $20 | €20 | £20 once off

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 2) with Nicole Biondi

Topic: Why investing in Early Childhood Development (ECD) makes They say that it takes a village to raise a child but what we have seen along the journey is that in order to save the ECD

Giant leaps forward: #DoMore4Hammarsdale Enterprise Development Project

In collaboration with public and private stakeholders, the DO MORE FOUNDATION seeks to catalyse real, sustained growth in the community’s food security. This is being done through a food gardens project which caters directly for the

Mzansi Edge “ECD Talks” (talk 1) with Riedewhaan Allie

Topic: The state of Early Childhood Development within South Africa About Riedewhaan Allie: Riedewhaan Allie has completed an MA in Social Work at the University of the Western Cape in 2002. Currently registered as a PhD

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Worcester newsletter: Sikunye first 1000 days programme

According to the National Integrated Early Childhood Development Policy, the First Thousand Days offers a unique and invaluable window of opportunity to secure the optimal development of the child, and by extension, the positive developmental trajectory

Watch: Covid-19 response (October 2020)

“Our DO MORE FOUNDATION’s #GiveItUp campaign has enabled over 7 million meals to reach vulnerable communities across South Africa. YOU can get involved in the #GiveItUp campaign”” – RCL FOODS Remember in these unprecedented times we

Signs of Relief for Early Childhood Development

COVID 19 People’s Coalition- ECD Work Stream 22 OCT 2020 – The Early Childhood Development (ECD)  sector can breathe a sigh of relief this week after two major announcements provide some hope for principals, teachers and

10. Let’s play with shapes

9. Fun with counting

8. Fun with leaves

7. Healthy habits are fun

6. Healthy foods

5. Have fun learn about positions

4. Have fun learn about healthy habits

3. Have fun – move and play today

2. Lets look at circles and shapes that are round

1. Plan your day with routines and special times

Press release: World Food Day 2020 Challenge – daily meals for 20,000 children for 20 months

Durban, South Africa – 2020 has been a rough year as we have witnessed the global pandemic change almost every aspect of our daily lives. Though this time will forever be remembered as a time of

Celebrating World Food Day 2020!

Today is World Food Day and thanks to your support we have secured daily meals for over 2,600 young children every school day for the next 20 months! That’s 1,4 million meals reserved for young children

ECD Sector at Risk of Being Decimated by Government Inadequacy

On 7 and 8 October 2020, Department of Social Development (DSD) Minister Lindiwe Zulu and eight MECs are to appear in the High Court for their role in the near collapse of the Early Childhood Development

SA’s early childhood development sector in the balance

30 SEPTEMBER 2020 – 13:00 GABRIELLE WILLS AND JANELI KOTZÉ & JESAL KIKA-MISTRYPicture: Gallo Images / Foto24 / Lucky Maibi The future of SA’s early childhood development sector is uncertain, with Covid eroding previous gains Following the

The collapse of early childhood development is a constitutional crisis – urgent action is needed now

By Sonja Giese• 1 October 2020 In our time of crisis, if we want to avoid a significant loss in human capital potential in South Africa, we have to prioritise and protect our youngest children. If South

Worcester newsletter: Media and communications

Bigger than me The Do More Foundation received an incredible opportunity to have some of its interventions in Worcester recorded and shared on social platforms Facebook and Instagram. This was done through narratives of local ECD

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Press release: 18.09.2020

The DO MORE FOUNDATION partners with Kingsley Holgate to #DoMore for young children living ‘on the edge’ Durban, 18 September 2020: Today the world-renowned adventurer and humanitarian, Kingsley Holgate, set out with his son Ross on

Letter of support: Mzansi Edge expedition with Kingsley Holgate

2020 has been a rough year as we have witnessed the global pandemic change almost every aspect of our daily lives. This time will forever be remembered as a time of frustration, loss, change, panic and

Mzansi Edge expedition

Humanitarian focus on alleviating hunger with food provisions to rural families bordering wildlife areas still impacted by the loss of tourism income from the Covid-19 lockdown. With the easing of travel restrictions within South Africa, the

Golden Key World Food Day

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Thank you for committing to #DoMore this World Food Day!

Share your good deed on social media by clicking on any of the buttons below and challenge others to take up the #2020Challenge by tagging your friends and family in the post!

Worcester newsletter: Ease hunger programme

One of the challenges presented during lockdown, was the issue of child hunger and child nutrition. Children in vulnerable communities often get their one substantial meal for the day at ECD facilities, and with the closure

Worcester newsletter: Wonderbag – Building opportunities for small enterprise development

The DO MORE FOUNDATION entered into an agreement with the Wonderbag Company to supply Wonderbags to ECD practitioners. This wonderful resource frees up time and as a consequence allow users to spend more time on other

Mandela Day 2020 Achievements (Infographic)

Covid-19 Bank Account

EFT DETAILS FOR THE #DoMoreFeeding FUND DURING COVID-19 Account Name: The Do More Foundation Trust – Covid 19 Feeding Bank: FNB – Durban, 223 626 (RMB Bank) Account No. – 62848932712 Use Reference: see below Covid-19

1 MILLION MEALS IN HONOUR OF MADIBA – TOGETHER WE CAN DO MORE

Durban, 21 July 2020: While aspects of daily life are returning to ‘normal’, the impacts of the Covid-19 lockdown will remain for a long time. We see this in the million or more jobs expected to

1 MILLION MEALS FOR MANDELA DAY

Consumers can help #GiveItUp to DoMore Durban, 8 July 2020: Women from Worcester in the Western Cape tell a story that is familiar to millions across South Africa. “I am living with my mother and three

Together we can provide 1 MILLION MEALS FOR MANDELA DAY, says the DO MORE FOUNDATION

Durban, 8 July 2020: While aspects of daily life are returning to ‘normal’, the impacts of the Covid-19 lockdown will remain for a long time. We see this in the million or more jobs expected to

Covid-19 updates

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Mandela Day 2020

Thank you for #DoingMore

Top tips from UNICEF (videos)

#DoMoreFeeding in Pongola

Help feed a vulnerable family from the Pongola community by sponsoring a Covid-19 Food Bucket for R200/each. One bucket feeds one family for an entire month. While lockdown rules are being relaxed, Pongola is heavily dependent

Covid-19 response (Update: 07 May 2020)

Making the most of family time during Covid-19

We call on government to support the Early Childhood Development (ECD) sector

The President’s bold commitment of R500 billion to support social and economic interventions in the country offers us an opportunity to include sectors and individuals who have been excluded from previously relief measures. The Early Childhood

Covid-19 response (Update: 23 April 2020)

#DoMoreFeeding Fund contributors

#DoMoreFeeding strategy summary

#DoMoreFeeding in Nkomazi

Donate by card via PayFast Make a secure donation through PayFast using Visa, Mastercard, Instant EFT & more. Simply fill in the amount you would like to donate below in the “Price” box and click the

Help us #DoMoreFeeding!

Donate towards the cause that is bringing MORE food to MORE vulnerable families during Covid-19. Together we can #DoMore!

How we are #DoingMore in response to COVID-19

Keeping positive during the lockdown

Building family harmony starts with everyone feeling good about themselves. During the COVID-19 epidemic, you may experience negative feelings, such as sadness, anxiety, fear, and even depression. Helping yourself and your family members keep a positive

A daily routine to play, learn and grow

Routines help young children to feel safe in a time where everybody else worries. Here are a few ideas on basic routines to follow during the day. Credit for content development: UNICEF, DSD and DBE

THE DO MORE FOUNDATION GAMIFIES NUTRITION EDUCATION – AND EVERYBODY WINS

Durban, 6 March 2020: When the DO MORE FOUNDATIONbroke a world record by making 107 418 peanut butter sandwiches in an hour onWorld Food Day in October 2019, it was just the beginning of a plan

Thank you for helping us #DoMorePlay!

A huge thank you goes out to all who made this campaign possible! With your support we were able to provide 120 play kits to ECD Centres across SA – giving the young children who attend

DO MORE FOUNDATION: 2019 Achievements

Take a look at what we have been able to achieve this past year. Thank you to all our followers and supporters for your continuous passion, generosity and collaboration towards our vision. When we work together,

Play in Early Childhood

Playing with young children sparks imagination, creativity, problem solving, negotiating relationships and a huge variety of intellectual and other skills – in fact everything they need to know about life and how to live in the

The Best Start in Life: SDG Academy video

Many of the challenges we face as South Africa including poor literacy and numeracy, school failure rates, poor quality matric rates and unemployment have their roots in poor early childhood development. SDG Academy perfectly summaries the

Join the #DoMorePlay campaign this December!

Help us impact over 5000 young children this holiday season This December we are giving young children from impoverished communities across SA a better start by equipping the Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres/pre-schools they attend with

SOUTH AFRICA UNITES ON WORLD FOOD DAY TO SMASH A WORLD RECORD

October 16, 2019 RCL FOODS’ DO MORE FOUNDATION, together with 50 corporate partners across South Africa, made history this World Food Day (16th October) by making 107 418 sandwiches in one hour! This phenomenal feat crushed