 Sisters Incorporated celebrates 60 years of care and survival......  .....with one very beautiful book, called 'Survivors'. But what is Sisters? And who do they care for? Simply put, 'Sisters' is a beacon of hope in a community ravaged by domestic violence and abuse. They provide care, lodging, counseling and skills to those who need it most - which includes every woman, teenager and child in crisis and in need of healing physically, emotionally and spiritually. Sisters Incorporated was born back in 1959 when a group of women, each of whom cared very deeply about the plight of other women in trouble, got together to see how they could make a difference. Six decades later they continue to make a difference - helping many hundreds, if not thousands of women survive and thrive. But their own journey is one of survival too - due largely to the teams of caring, dedicated women that have and continue to make it happen.  And on August 24th 2019, a group of key women came together at Artscape to celebrate both their suvrival and their book.  Most important among them was Lyn Veldhuizen. Back in 1959, together with Sue Henderson, Lynn formally co-founded Sisters Incorporated - and tirelessly continues to consult and support them today.
 With especially rich memories and the fine-tuned perspective that comes with many years experience in the field of social care was Chair of the Sisters Board, Dr Amelia Jones.
 As the current Manager of 'Sisters' at the old, but warm and welcoming house in Kenilworth, Delene Roberts has been described as a diamond. And the many facets she displays on a daily basis certainly makes her reputation glitter. While she has her own brand of leadership, she stands on the shoulders of a number of strong and caring managers before her - many of whom you can read about in the book.
 In so many ways 'Sisters' has been wonderfully creative - in their actions and pro-activity, in the resourcefulness and fund raising - and now also in their skills room.....
 Woman Zone (for whom Lorraine also designed a beautiful book) salutes Delene (centre) and her dedicated 'Sisters' team - wishing them all strength and energy to continue for many years and decades ahead - as long as there is a need.  And to the visionary team who inspire and share from the bottom of their hearts - on behalf of all sisters-in-need that have or will one day benefit from 'Sisters' love and care, Thank You! You can read much, much more about the story of Sisters Incorporated in the book 'Survivors'. To find out how to get a copy, how to support or volunteer, check their website www.sisters.org.za, email them on admin@sisters.org.za or call 021 797 4190.
Photographs: Theresa Smith Event co-ordination: Beryl Eichenberger both of Woman Zone
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 The day the women of Clickatell got to share their stuff!  It was a crisp, winter morning in August and Woman Zone was proud to be invited to come and share their story with sistahs at Clickatell. Clickawho? we wondered. Well turns out this lively outfit is a B2B mobile technology company that enables startups, small-to-medium businesses and enterprises to better manage their 'chat'. Peter de Villiers opened proceedings with stories of the women in his life......and then.....  ....we got to chat!
 Finally there was an opportunity for some sweet talk with specially made motto cookies for everyone. All in all we had a great morning sharing and investing in all the Clickatell values: Curious, Collaborative, Champion, Courageous and enormously Creative. Thank you ClLICKATELL, with love from WOMAN ZONE!  The Women's Humanity Walk, a highlight of the Artscape Women's Humanity Arts Festival started this year at one of Cape Town's most iconic buildings - The Castle of Good Hope....
 .....good humour, thoughtfulness, mindfulness and spirituality from the leaders of different faiths, brought to us by SAFFI, the SA Faith and Family Institute.  Reminding the walkers of where women are still at in these troubled times, Marlene le Roux, CEO of Artscape took her place above the statue row of kings and leaders......
 ....and there was just time for some memory pics before we hit the streets....  ....where the early bird Marshalls had been strategically placed to keep everyone on track.....
 ....while wheelchairs rolled out the message.
 ...even Mother Goose came too....  ....till we finally arrived.....
 ....and great big thanks to Marlene for opening up the doors of Artscape to us all!  Viva Artscape viva. Viva Marlene viva. Viva Woman Zone viva! See you all next year. |
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