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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...
We invite you to become a content contributor
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...
STATEMENT FROM EAPASA ABOUT COVID-19
Date: 17 March 2020 SUBJECT: STATEMENT FROM EAPA-SA ABOUT COVID-19 Dear Delegates, Members and Stakeholders, In light of President Ramaphosa’s address on Sunday 15th of March 2020 regarding the Covid-19 outbreak and the state of disaster restrictions that the...
We invite you to become a content contributor
Call for content: The Board would like to showcase members and add to the Association’s valuable body of knowledge by inviting EAPA-SA members to become newsletter content contributors.
EVENTS
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...
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...
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 -...
EAPA-SA IKHALA CHAPTER INVITES YOU TO THE FIRST DEVELOPMENT SESSION FOR 2023
Topics of the day: EAPA-SA Standards Review by Ms Govender Stakeholder Management by Ms Bodlo Lifestyle Management by Mr Tshona DATE: 09 MARCH 2023 TIME: 09H00 TILL 13H00 VENUE: East London Train Station, Station Street Station Building HR Building Training...
ARTICLES
How do physical and mental health converge?
Although the mind and body are often viewed as separate entities, mental and physical health have been proven to be interrelated. Good mental health can positively affect an individual’s physical health. In turn, poor physical health can negatively affect their mental...
Practical Ways to Create Psychological Safety at Work
There is a large body of research that shows that leaders play a critical role in fostering employee motivation and satisfaction. The consequence is that it is not enough for managers to drive strong employee performance. They also need to take care of their team...
Why Workplace Integrated Wellbeing Initiatives Should Start With Promoting Teamwork
In today's constantly evolving world of work, employee wellness is more important than ever. As organisations strive to improve productivity it is essential for them to recognise the role that employee wellness plays in achieving their goals. One proven way to enhance...
Employee assistance in 2024: Closing the gaps in Employee Health and Wellness
Employee health and wellness isn’t just good for workers, it is one of the key factors in an organisation’s success. To counteract the mental health “recession” that has escalated because of the Covid pandemic, employers need a strong, tailored wellness strategy,...
Embedding mental health and wellbeing into organisational strategy
When faced with the undertaking of improving workplace wellbeing, traditionally employers may have queried whether it should be their responsibility to support employee wellbeing. Today, particularly in the wake of Covid, it is understood that organisations have a...
Educating your employees on unconscious bias
In a diverse country such as South Africa, where people from different races, culture and backgrounds make up one nation, addressing unconscious bias within organisations is not just a matter of ethical responsibility but also a strategic business imperative....
Digital solutions for employee mental health
There is growing evidence that the use of digital tools is beneficial to enhance the delivery of a variety of health care services. When it comes to employee health and wellness, offering digital mental health support and resources can help to send a message that an...
Navigating The Intersection of Culture And DEI
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is at the top of many organisations’ agendas, in both private and public sectors around the world. Activating diversity is a process that involves recognising and embracing differences within the workforce for the benefits that it...
Preparing your employees for tomorrow
Employing an engaged and hardworking workforce is still the greatest asset an organisation can have. It follows that if leaders want their organisations to remain successful and see growth in dynamic market conditions, amid thriving competition, they will need to...
Integrating coaching into your EAP: Why it matters for your clients and your company
Over the past three decades, life coaching has developed into a respected profession but only in more recent years has it been an employee support channel offered by EA professionals. Traditionally, coaching was found mainly in the domain of corporate executives and...
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