IMAP - Improving Malnutrition through Active Participation

Sign our petition: A People's Manifesto For Early Childhood Development. It’s not a party but a petition towards whichever government party wins the SA election to prioritise young children and families.

You’re invited to also add your name to this important issue. We just reached 3000 signatures- help us get to 4000 ✍️ Every name that is added builds momentum around the campaign and makes it more likely for us to get the change we want to see.

https://awethu.amandla.mobi/petitions/a-manifesto-for-early-childhood-development?share=0e33623d-2b13-49dc-9f46-2005a92f7e93

After you've signed the petition please also take a moment to share link with others.

There is also an organisational endorsement link where your NGO/business can add its logo to the petition.

Link for organisations: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_aojZ6A9QqlKJNuZNd1C7j7r8JrQ_j2l33UxGUwiXndu64w/viewform?pli=1&pli=1

A People's Manifesto For Early Childhood Development It is 30 years after democracy, and the government has yet to properly support and invest in our youngest children and the vital work of those who care for them. The period from 2024 to 2029 is our time to change this. We call on political parties to implement this manifesto for ECD from 2024 to 202...

As your baby gets bigger and older, you can encourage them to feed themselves! Cut their food up into small chunks and watch over them as they eat 😀

Have you tried this with your little one yet? Share your stories, pics and videos below about how fun and messy the experience is

Click learn more to enter Venue: SABC Studios, Sea Point Time and date: 18:00 on Thursday 25 August 2022 Please read the competition terms and conditions.

https://www.academia.edu/77329952/A_case_study_of_ECD_facility_infrastructure_in_Philippi_South_Africa?email_work_card=view-paper

A case study of ECD facility infrastructure in Philippi, South Africa

A case study of ECD facility infrastructure in Philippi, South Africa A case study of ECD facility infrastructure in Philippi, South Africa

All moms (both HIV-positive and HIV-negative) should breastfeed their babies for as long as possible, at least until 2 years of age? If you are HIV-positive remember to always take your HIV or antiviral treatment - it will keep you and your baby healthy.

Did you know?

-Non-breastfed babies are more prone than breastfed new-borns to get respiratory (lung) and ear infections
- Breastmilk is superior to infant formula milk. Nothing can compete with breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding is the most natural and healthy nourishment for babies!
- Non-breastfed babies do not require additional formulae (Stages 3 and 4) and can begin drinking cow's milk at the age of 12 months.

World Health Organization (WHO)
National Department of Health (South Africa)
UNICEF South Africa

World Breastfeeding Week 🤱🏾

Did you know that promotes bonding between mother & child and provides food security to infants from the very beginning of life contributing to food security for the whole family?

This , let’s step up education & support for breastfeeding!

It is World Breastfeeding week!

Did you know that Breastfeeding promotes bonding between mother & child and provides food security to infants from the very beginning of life contributing to food security for the whole family?

Check out how we are promoting exclusive breastfeeding through our EAT LOVE PLAY TALK programme here:https://bit.ly/381lZU9


World Health Organization (WHO) UNICEF

📢BIG ANNOUNCEMENT:📢 We are super proud to announce that we will be launching the ELRU Academy on 1 September 2022!
The ELRU Academy will offer online accredited and non-accredited blended learning courses, perfect for those working, and available in individual skills programmes so you can pay as you learn!
Follow us for more information about the courses on offer ...

Please share this opportunity with your network:

We are looking to fill several positions and are accepting applications from qualified social auxiliary workers & unemployed young people from the communities we serve.

Successful candidates will receive training as Care Facilitators in Primary and High Schools.

REQUIRED: A Grade 12 senior certificate or equivalent qualification
Please note: Qualification and registration with the SACSSP as a Social Auxiliary Worker will be beneficial, but is not compulsory.

https://communitykeepers.org/job-opportunities-care-facilitator/