UWC Student Leadership Academy

UWC Student Leadership Academy We offer engaging opportunities that facilitate the development of leaders who become active citizens WHO ARE WE? WHAT DO WE DO? WHERE ARE WE LOCATED?

We are the Office of Leadership & Social Responsibility (LSR) at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). We are part of the Centre for Student Support Service (CSSS). Our friendly team is dedicated to offering the best possible leadership development opportunities for UWC students. Our focus on active citizenship and community engagement encourages students to apply their leadership skills in re

al world situations. By means of our five programmes - Leadership Programmes, Enactus, Student Organisational Development, Social Responsibility Initiative, and Entrepreneurship Development - we strive to ensure that UWC graduates are armed with the knowledge and skills to be change agents in their communities. Visit us in the Student Centre on the third floor in the Office of Leadership & Social Responsibility. Stop during the week (Monday through Friday) between 8h30 and 16h30. GET INVOLVED! To get involved with LSR, stop by our office, call us (021 959 2726), send us an email ([email protected]), or visit us online (www.uwc.ac.za/Students/SD/CSSS/Pages/LSR.aspx).

04/09/2026

Keeping the Women's Month energy alive, the wisdom
doesn't stop.💜🫂

Snippets from our 6th Annual UBUFAZI Dialogue Event! It was absolutely incredible!💜 If you missed out, make sure to save...
28/08/2026

Snippets from our 6th Annual UBUFAZI Dialogue Event! It was absolutely incredible!💜 If you missed out, make sure to save the date for next year! 😉

Join us for the 6th Annual Ubufazi Dialogue! 🗣️✨This year, the Student Leadership Academy tackles a critical topic: “The...
18/08/2026

Join us for the 6th Annual Ubufazi Dialogue! 🗣️✨

This year, the Student Leadership Academy tackles a critical topic: “The Double Bind of Sexual Health Care Seeking Among South African Womxn.”

👥 Guest Panelists:
• Dr. Michelle De Jong (Senior Lecturer & MPH Programme Coordinator, UWC)
• Limpho Makapela (Programmes Coordinator, Gender Equity Unit, UWC)
• Phaphamani Zoneleni (Nursing/Midwifery Student & Digital Health Researcher)

🗓️ Date: 27 August 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 - 14:00
📍 Venue: L1: New Arts Building (Opposite DL Building)

ONLY 80 SEATS AVAILABLE. Secure your spot and RSVP today.

Please note: This event is exclusive to womxn.

70 years ago, 20,000 women delivered 100,000 signatures to Pretoria. When the Prime Minister refused to face them, they ...
09/08/2026

70 years ago, 20,000 women delivered 100,000 signatures to Pretoria. When the Prime Minister refused to face them, they stood in total silence for 30 minutes. History tells us they were as immovable as rock, their words remind us that their ultimate strength came from a place of deep heart, vulnerability and humanity.

Their personal words and interviews reveal:

“I felt a lump in my throat when I looked at this large army of women; dignified women, courageous women. I felt so humbled to be part of such bravery.” - Sophia Williams-De Bruyn

“I must say I had a tough time, but my spirits have not been tampered… This old girl is still her old self.” - Lilian Ngoyi

“They can lock up my body, but they cannot lock up my mind.” - Helen Joseph

“Our diversity does not have to divide us. Sometimes, it is precisely our different experiences that bring us together around a common cause...” - Rahima Moosa

Swipe to read from the frontliners, and check the last slides for the fierce organisers; Bertha Gxowa, Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Fatima Seedat, Albertina Sisulu, Dorothy Nyembe, Florence Mkhize, Frances Baard and Ruth Mompati, who helped lead the march.

Nelson Mandela once said, “It is in your hands to make of our world a better place.” At the UWC Student Leadership Acade...
18/07/2026

Nelson Mandela once said, “It is in your hands to make of our world a better place.” At the UWC Student Leadership Academy, we take those hands and build change. Today, we honor Madiba’s legacy by doing exactly what our pillars demand: Creating the change. Leading the change. Sustaining the change. Happy Mandela Day! 🇿🇦✨
bethechang

🚀 WE ARE HIRING FOR 2027! 🚀Are you ready to create, lead, and sustain real change? The Student Leadership Academy (SLA) ...
07/07/2026

🚀 WE ARE HIRING FOR 2027! 🚀
Are you ready to create, lead, and sustain real change? The Student Leadership Academy (SLA) is looking for our next Intern Facilitator for 2027! 🌟
If you are passionate about student development and want to make a massive impact within the Centre for Student Support Services (CSSS), this is your sign to apply.
📅 Contract: 1 Year (1 Jan 2027 – 31 Dec 2027)
📍 Where: Student Leadership Academy
📌 How to apply: Check out the flyer details or click the link in our bio for the full document and requirements!

Spot the Interns👀 It’s been half way into the year and the interns of 2026 have sailed through half of the storm. They b...
06/07/2026

Spot the Interns👀 It’s been half way into the year and the interns of 2026 have sailed through half of the storm. They burnt in the sun, they beat the drums, they were spotted in the mirror, stood on boxes and infront of class, one graduated, another left. In the midst of all that, they had a family behind them. 🫂🫶

Let’s gooo👯🏾‍♀️

23/06/2026

A powerful day of open dialogue at the annual UDUBS Men in Conversation. Under the theme "Why Young Men Are Struggling: Masculinity, Identity and Pressure in the South African Context," we unpacked mental health, economic pressures, and identity. We are committed to creating safe spaces for vulnerability, personal growth, and positive masculinity at UWC. ’skeepTalking.🗣️✨

Fifty years ago, the Youth of 1976 stood up to change the course of South African history. Today, in 2026, the battlefie...
12/06/2026

Fifty years ago, the Youth of 1976 stood up to change the course of South African history. Today, in 2026, the battlefield has shifted, but the weight is still heavy. From the pressure to succeed to the struggle of defining who we are in a rapidly changing world, being a young South African right now is a lot.
We’re using the language of our daily brews to unpack our daily truths. We want to know: What is your current lived experience as it pertains to your identity, pressure, and purpose?

How to Join the Conversation:
Join any of our live sessions on our social media platforms on the 17th of June 2026 at 13:00- 14:00. Drop your "order" in the comments or bring it to the chat! Are you:

Doppio: Redlining, but thriving. 🔴🤯
Espresso: Do not disturb. I need to get to the finish line. 🏁🤫
Americano: Modest pressure, maximum focus. No distractions, just practical progress. 🎯💼
Cappuccino: Everything is aligned, under control, and moving smoothly. ☁️✨
Latte: Unbothered, supported, and coasting. Life is good. 🧘‍♂️🍃
Cold Brew: Stepping back, slowing down, and protecting my peace. 🧊🙏
Iced Americano: Rising pressure, meet rapid response. Staying cool, crisp, and quick. 🧊🏃‍♂️
Matcha Latte: Calmly locked in. Zero anxiety, maximum momentum.😮‍💨🌻
Chai Latte: Soft-landing mode activated. Looking for comfort, warmth, and zero drama.🍃🙂
Iced Tea: Light, refreshed, and unbothered. Just coasting. 😌🤩
Chamomile Tea: Pressure hit the limit. Stepping back to soothe the nerves and find my center.😣🫶
Frappuccino: Stress-evasion level: Expert. Powered entirely by sugar and chaotic vibes.🤪🤩

50 years later, our voices still matter, and our cups are overflowing with stories. Let's talk about the froth, the bitterness, and the sweetness of being the youth of today.

05/06/2026

Fun fact: Did you know that the plastic bottle caps and bread tags you throw away every day can actually be recycled and the profits used to fund a wheelchair for a student?

We are launching our Cap, Tag and Wheels Social Impact Project. Join us to change a life, one piece of plastic at a time!

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