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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.
We invite you to become a content contributor
In order to continue providing our members with the highest quality, most topical content possible, EAPASA is seeking reputable contributions to EAPASA newsletter article content, covering leading practices and emerging issues from within the EAP industry. We ask that...
Old Mutual Partnership Awards
Old Mutual held its inaugural Partnership Awards (OMPA) at the end of 2019, which was designed as a vehicle to recognise the partnerships and relationships that it established with its most supportive stakeholders. This platform is intended to better enable the...
Renewal of annual membership as well as attendance and participation in chapter activities.
Dear valued EAPA-SA Member and Service Provider. On behalf of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa (EAPA-SA) Board, I would like to sincerely thank for your patronage in the past year. I would also like to take this time to remind you of...
Christmas Message from EAPASA President
On behalf of the Executive Board of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association of South Africa (EAPASA), I am delighted to extend Season’s Greetings to all our members, stakeholders, associates, sponsors and partners. We wish you a Holy Christmas and a Blessed...
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Employers have a unique opportunity to provide education, tools and programmes to improve their employees’ financial literacy and well-being. It is important for an organisation to take care of its employees through providing the wherewithal to become financially...
Eduweek Sponsor Spotlight: Sanlam
Yanush Singh – National Business Development Manager Institutional Segment at SanlamWe spoke with Yanush Singh, National Business Development Manager: Institutional Segment at Sanlam to gain insight into the purpose of Sanlam’s sponsorship of Eduweek and the benefit...
Cannabis in the workplace
As per the 2018 Constitutional Court judgment, adult South Africans are now permitted to cultivate, possess and use cannabis in a private place (this does not necessarily have to be a dwelling) for personal consumption. This case, however, does not cover the...
Eduweek Speaker Profile: Dr Pravesh Bhoodram – How to deal with fallout of unethical management decisions?
Dr Pravesh Bhoodram Department of Correctional ServicesIn the diverse multi-cultural ‘melting pot’ that is South Africa, western-trained healthcare professionals frequently encounter difficult consultations with clients who present with Cultural Syndromes both at work...
EVENTS
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...
In-Person Event: SEEDS of Self-Care hosted by Western Cape Chapter
We take great pleasure in advising you that EAPASA Western Cape Chapter will be hosting their first in-person event since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. We trust that this will be the start of a series of regular events, which will allow us the opportunity...
Eduweek 2022 Round-Up
From 6th to 8th September 2022, EAPASA’s much anticipated annual Eduweek took place at Emperor’s Palace in Johannesburg, with attendees delighted to be back to interacting in person after a two-year hiatus. The EAPASA Board were gratified to witness a post-Covid...
Women’s Month Celebrations with Free State Chapter
Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality in partnership with EAPA-FS sealed Women's Month at Free State Botanical Gardens with an intuitive session- connecting with nature to find the real inner person. This session was facilitated by Mr Harry Baloi ( Horticulturalist at...
PLATINUM CHAPTER #BACKTOACTIVELIFE
PSYCHOLOGICAL READINESS OF RETURNING TO WORK POST THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC Although the country has returned to full scale economic functionality post the Covid 19 pandemic, many people are feeling anxious about returning to work. Beside having to navigate a “ new...
Webinar 24 June: Panel Discussion – Behavioural Addictions
When it became clear, after the start of the pandemic lockdown, that Eduweek would not take place in September 2020, the EAPASA Board mobilised to find a way to bring Eduweek’s education to the Association’s members over the ensuing months in an accessible, online...
INVITATION: EAPASA Free State Fun Walk
Join us for a 5km Fun Chat as we try to rekindle as COVID19 has messed the Good we used to have. Cost: R50 per adult and R20 per child Date: 16 June 2022 Time: 7am Venue: Naval Hill, Bloemfontein Aerobics by: Ben Zweni The proceeds of the event will go to a...
Webinar 01 June: How to Navigate out of Crisis and into Creativity
Samuel Baloyi, is an author of 12 inspirational and developmental books. He is an ethicist who coaches and speaks on the 21st century professional ethics and an Education Consultant for professional development and performance improvement. He has spent many years in...
PLATINUM CHAPTER INVITATION
The Platinum Chapter in partnership with Sanlam Sky and theCentre for Occupational and Wellness Services (Health1st) invites Wellness Practitioners to attend a Professional Development Workshop. THEME: -Psychological Readiness for Employees to return tothe Workplace...
Free State Chapter General Meeting and Developmental Session
The Chapter held their first general meeting for the year, coupled with a developmental session. Amongst the topics discussed is Code of Practice: Managing Exposure to SARS-COC-2 in the workplace. The motivational speaker gave Practitioners an encouragement to serve...
ARTICLES
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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In today's fast-paced work environment, the importance of employee wellness cannot be overstated. As organisations increasingly recognise the value of a healthy workforce, the focus on nutrition and fitness as key components of workplace wellness programs is gaining...
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In South Africa, the prevalence of addiction poses a significant challenge to workplace well-being. The toll it takes on employees, organisations, and society as a whole cannot be underestimated. As wellness practitioners in the EAP industry, our role in facilitating...
Revitalising Traditional EAP Models in the Contemporary South African Business Landscape
In a rapidly evolving business environment, the EAP industry faces the challenge of staying relevant while addressing the diverse needs of the modern workforce. The South African business landscape, characterised by its unique socio-economic dynamics and cultural...