Thought Leadership

At the heart of this mission is Juanita Pardesi, a leader who sees change not as a destination, but as a living, breathing process—one that must grow, evolve, and adapt just like the communities it seeks to empower. As the CEO of Seriti Institute, she’s guiding a movement, one that invites people to step into their power and take control of their futures.

Seriti Institute is a strategic implementing partner for the IDC’s SEF programme, a standout initiative under the Presidential Employment Stimulus (PES). Uniquely, it provides significant economic and social benefits to thousands of participants across SA.

SA stands at a pivotal moment in its history. The global shift towards sustainable energy, known as the Just Energy Transition (JET), is not just an environmental imperative; it’s an opportunity to reshape our economy, safeguard jobs and build resilient communities.

Women contribute to agriculture in rural communities, especially in developing countries. As a result, last year 4.2% of the GDP was the agricultural sector’s contribution to the SA economy.

Speakers at the event highlighted the essential role of accessible books in promoting reading comprehension skills in children and stressed the urgent need to strengthen educational resources in the wider community and elsewhere in the province.

aRe Bapaleng, a parental support programme of Seriti Institute, is addressing a vital gap in the early childhood development (ECD) ecosystem, supporting parents and caregivers in marginalised communities.

Struan Robertson works with the chief executive of development facilitation agency the Seriti Institute to source funding for development programmes.

The South African equality clause states that everyone is equal before the law and has the right to equal protection and benefit of the law. In accordance with section 9 of the Constitution. It is intended to redress inequality created by the apartheid regime.

When it comes to building collaborative muscle among organisations, see where institutional knowledge and training can be shared for mutual benefit.