Programme Facilitators
Phoenix Zululand has built up a cadre of around 12 part-time facilitators who are responsible for implementing programme work. Some of these facilitators are ex-inmates themselves; some are pastors and ordained clergy; others are community volunteers.
All have considerable experience in implementing our programmes. Facilitators are given constant mentoring, training and refresher-training, and morale in the organisation is high.
-
-
Lead facilitator: Mondli Mabika
It’s only been a few weeks for me being part of the Phoenix team but I feel what Phoenix stands for is great for the individuals who actually participate. My group feels more aware and alive through the sessions we’ve had. I hope this doesn’t come across as offensive but if I was an inmate I would be highly grateful to programs such as Phoenix.
-
-
Lead facilitator: Themba Nhlebela
Phoenix has taught me to listen without judging. The title ‘facilitator’ brightens my life. After spending time in prison myself, my life fell apart. I can’t find suitable words to show my gratitude to Phoenix.
-
-
Lead facilitator: Nolulamo Jama
To me Phoenix is an organisation that helps people think positively about themselves and be able to set goals for a better future. That’s what it means. Over the years with the organisation, I’ve learned that participants are a mirror in which I see my own self and I am able to discover my own journey of change and growth. Whenever I’m with the group and conducting a session I always use “we” rather than “you” as I feel that gives them a sense of belonging and acceptance. It is a highlight for me to see participants being remorseful for what they’ve done and taking full responsibility, and acknowledging the pain and suffering they’ve caused the victims. That gives a sense that they’re on the right path.
-
-
Lead facilitator: Londiwe Buthelezi
I have learnt that it is important to know yourself, be humble and aware. Don’t be judgemental. Forgive and forget and find a spirit of ubuntu. This comes out when we do our sessions on restorative justice. Thank you for a wonderful programme. I’m learning a lot through it myself.
Co-ordination
A director is responsible for co-ordinating the work of the organisation.
-
-
Director: Jane Argall
Working with Phoenix since its inception has been a rewarding journey. It has opened up new horizons for us and for the inmates we are privileged to know and work with. Our commitment to this work is very much framed within a Quaker perspective. Promoting peace, non-violence and transformation in South Africa is an uphill task – but one that we must all undertake. We simply must.
Governance
Phoenix Zululand is overseen by an active Board of Management comprising representatives of the Quaker community, the legal profession, other church representatives and the Department of Justice. The Board of Trustees has primary oversight of Phoenix Zululand programme work. It holds responsibility for the financial oversight of the work, monitoring and evaluation and has full decision-making powers.