VENUE: Women’s Jail – Lekgotla
Date: 20 March 2025 | Time: 14:00 – 15:30 | Presented by: Cosmic Haven
Caring for the carer: how to implement self-care tools as activists and NGOs
Essential self-care for activists and NGO workers. Learn practical tools to manage stress, burnout, and emotional toll from seasoned facilitators, enhancing mental wellbeing in social justice work.
Over the past few years Cosmic Haven have been working with many NGOs and activists and have found a lack of mental health support and self-care resources within the space. This workshop aims to provide a practical approach to self-care and managing the stress and emotional toll that this work can take in a healthy and balanced way. This session will focus on improving the self-care and mental wellbeing of activists and all those involved in social justice, adapted from their in depth 4 week self-care course, they will focus specifically on practical tools and skills that will help you to deal with stress, burnout and compassion fatigue.
Kian Balton
Communications Manager and Facilitator
Kian Balton is a Communications Manager and Facilitator at Cosmic Haven, where he leads digital engagement and facilitates programs that empower young people. As Communications Manager, Kian oversees content creation, brand strategy, and community engagement, ensuring the organization’s message reaches and resonates with its audience. In his facilitation role, Kian designs and leads workshops focused on mindfulness, resilience, and personal development. He has developed and implemented impactful training sessions, equipping young people with the tools to navigate challenges, build confidence, and foster self-awareness. Kain’s work includes conducting online seminars on critical social issues and mentoring facilitators to deliver inclusive and effective educational programs. With a background in Psychology and International Relations, Kian integrates his expertise in mental health, advocacy, and education to create transformative learning experiences that inspire growth and social change.
Leola Rammble
Coach & Mentor
Leola Rammble is a highly skilled and accomplished professional with over 25 years of experience spanning the public, private, and holistic sectors. Leola’s journey has evolved from managing large-scale development programs and public sector transformation initiatives to leading a successful career as a coach and mentor, empowering individuals and organizations through Executive, Holistic, Business, and Archetypal coaching. Drawing on a deep understanding of governance, strategic leadership, and project management from her time as a consultant and in the NGO sector, Leola now focuses on guiding personal and professional transformation through holistic practices, mindful leadership, and trauma recovery. Her unique blend of public sector expertise and holistic healing provides a powerful foundation for her work as a transformational coach, enabling clients to achieve profound personal growth, purpose, and resilience.

