Programmes
& Services
Five structured programmes designed to rehabilitate, educate, skill, and integrate persons with disabilities into community life and the workforce.
Why Our Programmes
Matter
Build Self-Esteem
Provide skills that enable members to gain self-esteem and confidence through meaningful work and achievement.
Care for Welfare
Care for the welfare of persons with disabilities by ensuring a safe, supportive, and dignified daily environment.
Workforce Integration
Facilitate integration into the workforce to improve the standard of living for persons with disabilities.
Rehabilitate & Educate
Rehabilitate, educate, and skill persons with disabilities to reach their full potential in society.
POLICIES
HIV/AIDS Policy - Summary
Phuthanang Protective Workshop is committed to a non-discriminatory and supportive environment for all members, staff, and visitors regardless of HIV status. We promote awareness, education, and prevention through workshops and access to information, while ensuring confidentiality and respect for privacy at all times. No member will be excluded from programmes, training, or opportunities due to their HIV status. Online Reputation Management Policy - Summary Phuthanang Protective Workshop is committed to maintaining a positive and accurate online presence that reflects our mission to improve human dignity. All social media posts, website content, and online interactions must respect member privacy, use appropriate images with consent, and respond to feedback professionally. Staff and volunteers must report any negative or false online content to management immediately for proper response.
- Stigma-free support for all members
- HIV/AIDS awareness and education sessions
- Linkage to testing and treatment services
- Adherence support and counselling
- Confidential and respectful care
HIV/AIDS Policy - Summary
Health & Wellness
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Members learn professional sewing, embroidery, and overlocking skills. Products including bed linen are made and sold, generating income for the workshop and providing members with marketable trade skills.
- Sewing of bed linen and garments
- Embroidery and creative designs
- Overlocking and finishing techniques
- Machines provided by Local Economic Development
- Skills transferable to formal employment
Beading Programme
Members create beautiful beaded designs using various patterns and techniques. Beadwork is sold to generate income and showcases the incredible creative talent within our community.
- Various bead designs and patterns
- Products sold at events and exhibitions
- Showcased at World Disability Day
- Develops fine motor skills
- Cultural and creative expression
Beading Programme
Creative Arts
Food Gardening
Our food garden grows fresh produce for use in the kitchen and teaches members practical agricultural skills. Supported by Siyabonga Africa, 18 members have received formal gardening training.
- Growing fresh vegetables and herbs
- Produce used in the daily kitchen
- 18 members trained by Siyabonga Africa
- Develops sustainable life skills
- Promotes health and nutrition awareness
Food Gardening
Sustainability
ABET Training
Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) from Level 1 to Level 4 is offered on-site. 15 members have completed their certificates, opening pathways to formal employment and further studies.
- ABET Levels 1 through 4
- 15 members have completed certificates
- Classroom built by Department of Labour
- Pathway to formal employment
- Graduation ceremony held annually in March
HIV/AIDS Policy
Our HIV/AIDS Policy ensures that all members receive compassionate, stigma-free support and access to essential health information. We promote awareness, prevention, and adherence to treatment within a safe and confidential environment.
- Stigma-free support for all members
- HIV/AIDS awareness and education sessions
- Linkage to testing and treatment services
- Adherence support and counselling
- Confidential and respectful care
HIV/AIDS Policy
Health & Wellness
Join Our Community
Whether you are a person with a disability seeking support, a donor wanting to make a difference, or a volunteer ready to contribute — we welcome you to Phuthanang.
7522 Hlakwane Street, Tsakane 1550 · Next to Tsakane Clinic