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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
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...
Webinar 04 May: Preventing a Financial Crisis
EAPASA’s Eduweb seminar on 4th May, “Preventing a Financial Crisis”, was well presented by Jean Archery who is a certified financial planner, accredited workplace coach, author and speaker. It was, in part, Jean’s personal experience in educating her daughter on money...
ARTICLES
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In today's fast-paced and often stressful work environments, the concept of spirituality is gaining traction as a means to enhance employee well-being and productivity. For wellness practitioners, understanding the benefits and boundaries of spirituality in the...
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Gender-based violence (GBV) is often thought of as a problem confined to homes and streets, but it also lurks in the seemingly safe confines of workplaces. As wellness practitioners, understanding and addressing GBV in the workplace is crucial. This article delves...
Addressing Toxic Leadership in South African Organisations
Toxic leadership is a pervasive issue affecting workplaces worldwide, and South African organisations are no exception. Characterised by behaviours such as abusive supervision, authoritarianism, narcissism, and unpredictability, toxic leadership can have devastating...
Shifting Disability Discourse in the Workplace: EAP’s Role in Inclusivity
In recent years, there has been a significant shift in how disability is perceived and addressed within the workplace. The move from viewing disability through a purely medical lens to adopting a more inclusive, intersectional approach has profound implications for...
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Being an EAP in South Africa, we are faced with delicate tasks, like balancing the needs of a distressed employee against the operational demands of their employer. Ethical dilemmas like these are not only challenging but also integral to our role. Navigating them...
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As the world continues to evolve at a rapid pace, so too does the landscape of the workplace. For wellness practitioners in our industry, understanding and addressing employee anxiety has never been more crucial. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing mental...
Reassessing the Role of Leadership in EAP and Wellness Programmes
In the realm of EAP and workplace wellness, leadership is not just a role but a cornerstone that shapes the environment and effectiveness of wellness initiatives. This article explores how leaders within the EAP sector can redefine their approach to foster a robust...
Enhancing Employee Wellness within the Private Sector
In today’s fast-paced business world, the importance of employee wellness cannot be overstated. The private sector, with its dynamic pressures and challenges, provides a unique landscape for implementing wellness initiatives. For wellness practitioners looking to make...
Digital Age Wellbeing: Impacting Employee Behavior and Financial Health
In the digital age, employee behaviour and financial health are undergoing significant transformations. As wellness practitioners in the EAP industry, it's vital to grasp these changes to effectively support the workforce. Here, we explore how digital tools and the...
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In an ever-evolving workplace, the presence of multiple generations offers a unique blend of challenges and opportunities. For wellness practitioners within the EAPA-SA and broader EAP industry, understanding these dynamics is critical. Here are five key areas to...
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