VENUE: Conference 1 – WJ
Date: 22 March 2025 | Time: 14:00 – 15:30 | Presented by: Khuma Transnet Community Centre
Breaking Down Barriers: Human Rights and Social Justice in Our Communities
Examining Systemic Barriers, Advocacy, and Community-Led Solutions
Join Khuma Transnet Community Centre for a transformative discussion on human rights and social justice. Engage with leaders tackling systemic barriers and building community-driven solutions.
Breaking Down Barriers: Human Rights and Social Justice in Our Communities is a transformative dialogue series facilitating thought-provoking discussions on human rights and social justice. This platform convenes community leaders, advocates, and change-makers to: examine systemic barriers and inequalities, share successes and best practices, explore innovative solutions.
Mrs. Lettie Fatyela
Educator & Rehabilitation Expert; Board Member, Kgorogo Social Investments
Selotlegeng Lettie Fatyela is a dedicated educator and rehabilitation expert. With a teaching degree (1997), she spent 14 years teaching at Klerksdorp Correctional Centre, rehabilitating prisoners. She later became Sectional Head: Formal Education and worked with learners at Kakatlela Primary. Fatyela participates in the Safer South Africa program, promoting law and labour interests, and serves as a board member for Kgorogo, a non-profit organization focused on crime prevention education.
Pinampi Maano
CEO, Kgorogo Social Investment; Executive Member, Rekgonne Innovations
Maano is a dedicated community leader and social entrepreneur. With extensive experience in correctional services, education, and community development, he has held various leadership positions, including CEO of Kgorogo Social Investment and Executive Member of Rekgonne Innovations. Maano has received numerous awards for his work, including the Dira Sengwe Emerging Award and SAHTAC Scholarship. He continues to drive positive change through his work in community development, education, and social justice.
Bobby Mauoane
Executive Director, Equity Health Innovations; Community Health Consultant
He is a seasoned Community Health Consultant with expertise in ASRH, HIV, STIs, TB, and Clinical Research. With over 11 years of experience, he has worked in Sub-Saharan Africa, specializing in assessments, evaluations, research development, and stakeholder relations. As Executive Director of Equity Health Innovations, he leads projects that transform communities. She is passionate about collaborative work and seeks partners to drive positive change in public health.
Mildred Maropefela
Founder & Executive Director, Gay Umbrella; Provincial LGBTQIA+ Advocate
Mildred Maropefela is a seasoned project coordinator with 15+ years of experience managing data projects. She possesses expertise in field and community-based work, research, and project management. Founder and Executive Director of Gay Umbrella, advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights. Notably: Provincial and national LGBTQIA+ movement leader; Civil Society Forum Chairperson (2015); Co-Chair, Provincial Council on AIDS (2020); Provincial CSF Chairperson (2024-present) .
Mildred’s extensive experience, leadership skills, and dedication to LGBTQIA+ advocacy have earned her recognition and influential roles in South Africa’s civil society sector.
