EAPA-SA | Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa

Welcome to the Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa

The EAP Association (EAPA) is the largest, oldest and most respected professional association for persons in the employee assistance program field. EAPA represents more than 3500 individuals and organisations with an interest in employee assistance across 40 countries.

With nearly 5,000 members in over 30 countries around the globe, EAPA is the world’s most relied upon source of information and support for and about the employee assistance profession.

EAPA-SA hosts professional Eduweek events, manages the standards and ethics and has been working with SAQA and the DPSA in offering training and other resources to fulfil its mission.

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Fundamentals First: Strengthening the Backbone of Mental Health Services in South Africa

As South African workplaces grapple with rising stress levels and a complex array of mental health challenges, We as EA Practitioners have become essential in supporting employees’ mental well-being. But delivering effective mental health services requires a solid...

Year in Review: Major Trends and Developments in EAPA this year

As the year draws to a close, we are reflecting on a transformative period. This year, we witnessed major shifts that continue to reshape how our services are delivered, measured, and valued within organisations across the country. Amidst economic pressures and...

Returning to the Roots: The Essence of Employee Assistance

In a time when the corporate landscape is flooded with cutting-edge solutions and complex wellness models, the core essence of Employee Assistance Programmes often risks being overshadowed. Originally established as a support framework to address employees’ personal...

Assessing the Effectiveness of EAPs in the Workplace

As South Africa’s workforce navigates an era marked by rapid digital change, economic challenges, and rising mental health awareness, the role of EAPs has never been more crucial. But are these programmes truly effective in addressing today’s complex workplace issues?...

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Eduweek 2024 Highlights

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The awards are about recognising best practice and exceptional achievement, and sharing the knowledge and experience in the association community.

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