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EAPA-SA Conference Event Management & Marketing Services Tender
Annual Conference and Events Management EAPA-SA is looking to appoint an event management company to organize, manage and coordinate the annual EAPA-SA Eduweek event on behalf of the Association. This tender document outlines the range of services that the Company...
Prema Naidoo, attended the Staff and Wellbeing Symposium at Stellenbosch University.
EAPA-SA Western Cape Chairperson Engages at Stellenbosch University Health and Wellbeing Symposium On Friday, April 19, 2024. Prema Naidoo, the Chairperson of EAPA-SA Western Cape, participated in the Staff and Wellbeing Symposium held at the esteemed Technopark...
Board Member Nomination 2023
Valued EAPA-SA member, We would like to bring to your attention that the term of office for the current board members comes to an end in September 2023 (2018-2023). In line with our constitution, a new board has to be voted in. Voting will take place at the AGM, which...
Egoli Chapter Member Survey 2021
The EAPA-SA Egoli Chapter invites the Egoli Chapter’s members and stakeholders to support us in completing our Member Survey for 2021. The objective of this Member Survey is to obtain input from our members on the strategies and focal areas for 2021’s Operational...
Service Provider Guide Update: Feedback Required
Dear Valued EAP Stakeholder On behalf of EAPASA, I hereby wish to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you took and for joining us in the Service Provider Membership virtual consultation session held on Zoom on held last Tuesday. As custodians of the EAP...
Farewell: Cheryl Pillay
An EWP champion has earned her angel wings. It is with great sadness that I have to inform you of the passing of Cheryl Pillay, a long standing member of the Nelson Mandela Bay Chapter of EAPASA. Despite her health challenges, she was always ready and willing to lend...
EAPA-SA expresses concern over Department of Arts and Culture tender
The Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa (EAPASA), a thought leader and the industry experts in the field of EAP and Wellness, expresses concern over the alleged awarding of a tender to render wellness services at the Department of Arts and...
Termination of Complimentary membership for Conference/Eduweek Attendance
Dear Valued EAPA-SA Member On behalf of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa (EAPASA) Board, I would like to sincerely thank you for your continued support of the association. As a result of the turbulent financial climate our country and...
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The detrimental effects of the coronavirus pandemic has placed EAP, as an industry, at the forefront of employee health and wellness like never before, including in the support of care workers and other essential workers on the frontline in the fight to overcome...
EAPASA Workplace Guideline COVID-19 / SARS-CoV-19 Virus
OVERVIEW OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC A contagious disease known as Coronavirus or COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-19 Virus, was first detected in China in December 2019 and has since spread worldwide. On 30 January 2020, The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared...
EVENTS
Egoli Post Eduweek 2024 Event
Dear EAPA-SA Egoli Chapter Members, The Egoli Chapter takes pleasure in inviting you to our much anticipated Post Eduweek in person event, which will take place in Roodepoort (Address to be shared in due course). We have an awesome line up of expert speakers unpacking...
Why You Should Attend Eduweek 2024
Eduweek 2024, hosted by the South African Employee Assistance Professionals Association (EAPA-SA), promises to be an essential event for professionals in the employee assistance and human resources fields. Here are compelling reasons to attend this premier event:1....
Free State Chapter – Team Building & Year End Function
Attention all Free State Chapter members! 🌟 Join us for a Year End and Team Building function on the 30th of November.Please RSVP to one of the contact details below and bring your R50 on the day for registration.We look forward to seeing you there to connect with...
Virtual Meeting: Egoli Chapter Emergency Invite 4 August 2023
Attention all Egoli Chapter members! 🌟 An urgent matter requires our immediate attention. Egoli Chapter is hosting an emergency meeting to address the concerning issue of low attendance at their regular chapter meetings. Date: Friday, 04 August 2023 Time: 10:00 -...
EAPA-SA Free State Developmental Session and General Meeting
Date: 3 August 2023 Time: 08h30 for 09h00 Venue: Telkom Regional Head Office Building, Ground Floor, Phase 2, West Wing 195 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein, 9301 Host: GB Makhetha (Papa G)- Free State Chapter Chairperson This session is accredited with 4 CPD...
2-Day Event Ikhala Chapter Annual Seminar: Creating an Inclusive Workspace
Ikhala Chapter is hosting their Annual Seminar in East London, Eastern Cape. This is a 2 day event filled with hot topics, networking and gala dinner. Venue: Blue Lagoon Hotel in East London Date: 20 and 21 July 2023 Starting time: 9:00pm Fee: R2,000.00 inclusive of...
EAPA-SA Limpopo Chapter is hosting a CPD points accredited special seminar
YOU ARE INVITED! To attend EAPA-SA Limpopo Chapter CPD points accredited special seminar. Keynote Speakers: Mr. Alfred Thavhanyedza, Founder, Champion of Health1st Africa - Resiliency Breakthrough Mr. Hector the Motivator - South Africa's Best and Unique...
Ikhala and Nelson Mandela Chapter are hosting a session: “All Things Money”
Ikhala Chapter and Nelson Mandela Chapter are hosting a session under the theme: "All things money" on the 19th May 2023 at Traffic Hall, Struandale, Traffic Centre in Gqeberha, starting from 9h00 until 13h00. The session will have a panel discussion on Financial...
EAPA-SA recognised CPD training: SANS 16001:2020 Wellness, Health and Disease Management Standard Implementation
Date: 29th of May - 2nd June 2023 Venue: Lion House, 20 Roberts Ave, Kensington, JHB. Opposite the New Life Kensington Clinic and Medical centre. Costs: R10 995.00 incl. VAT – Includes all training materials (SANS 16001 Management System File with file dividers and...
EAPA-SA Board Exam Tender
The Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa hereby invites suitably qualified Service Providers to submit quotations for the administration of the Board Exam. Please find tender document for perusal. Region: National Tender Description: RQF -...
ARTICLES
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?...
EAP Ethics and Legislation: A Framework for Responsible Practice
“With great power comes great responsibility.” For us as Employee Assistance Practitioners in South Africa, the power to support employees’ wellbeing must be balanced with ethical considerations and compliance with local legislation. We continue to play a vital role...
The Evolution of EAP in South Africa: From Traditional Roles to Modern Challenges
“Employee wellness is not a luxury—it is a necessity in the modern workplace.” This sentiment echoes throughout the rapidly changing landscape of South Africa’s Employee Assistance Programmes. Initially introduced as a resource to address employee productivity by...
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The modern workforce is grappling with a phenomenon that is increasingly shaping the global landscape: the PolyCrisis. This term, describing the intersection of multiple, simultaneous crises—economic, environmental, social, and political—has intensified the pressure...
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In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, financial wellbeing is emerging as a critical component of employee wellness. Supporting financial health goes beyond salary and savings—it encompasses the tools and education employees need to manage their finances in a...
Revisiting Core Strategies for Employee Wellness in the South African Context
In a rapidly evolving workplace landscape, the pursuit of employee wellness has become more than just a buzzword—it's a critical component of organisational success. For wellness practitioners in South Africa, revisiting and refining core strategies for employee...
The Current State of Mental Health in South Africa: 2024 Update
Mental health in South Africa has undergone significant changes, with both improvements and new challenges emerging. Despite ongoing efforts, access to mental health care remains uneven, and awareness is still a major issue.Mental Health Statistics and Trends Recent...
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