Rinet’s devotion to Diversity and Inclusion ignited in 1993 when she attended UPE’s “Stereotype Reduction” programme. This was when she realised that South Africans would need to engage more to get to know and understand the different strands of their Rainbow nation. She realised that there would be a growing need in SA to create platforms where people from vastly different backgrounds could communicate in meaningful ways, and she set out to build these platforms.

Resigning from the corporate world, she started out with one team of two facilitators. The team expanded to where it stands today ~ 20 diverse and wonderfully committed facilitators across SA in 2017.

Rinet believes in and is passionately constructing her dream of a united, inclusive nation where social justice prevails. Her convictions direct her to first and foremost choose to deeply respect all human beings as equal creatures of God, regardless of colour, creed, background or position.

Victor is drawn to Diversity and Inclusion because he believes, as human beings, we have God~given abilities and should choose to use our diversity to complement one another for the good of all. Victor chooses an abundant mentality to life.

Victor has lived through the apartheid era and experienced how costly it can be to have a selfish, discriminating approach to life. He has been involved in Diversity and Inclusion programmes since 1990, and has seen it mature, evolve and become essential over the years. Delegates enjoy Victor’s sense of humour and his sharing of his personal background stories.

Victor appreciates the platform the programme offers to challenge (question) what we learned before, providing insight into making independent mind~set changing choices.

From an early age Louise has had an interest in the strength of diversity and has been challenging stereotypes and discrimination ever since.  She is fascinated by the impact of our experiences on the development of an individual’s frame of reference.

While working with Diversity in 1999, Louise realised that some companies were only training Diversity Awareness for the sake of ticking the box, often causing more harm than good. As a highly qualified Diversity facilitator, she chose to only get involved in Diversity programmes she felt would assist people in dealing with some of the real diversity issues in the workplace.

She believes her contribution to an inclusive country is to assist people to understand the causes of cultural conflict and finding solutions to these challenges.

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As a former Employee Assistance, Wellness and Transformation Manager, Pearl is a jewel on the team. Her empathy and sensitivity to people from all walks of life, her passion for people~upliftment and a unified South Africa where all people are treated with the same dignity, are the main characteristics that make Pearl an excellent Facilitator of Diversity and Inclusion.

Pearl has developed and implemented Diversity and staff engagement programmes and served on Transformation Forums for Diversity Management, Corporate Communications, Gender Mainstreaming and Change Management. She also developed a Personal Development Programme for UN Based Women Expatriates and cares deeply about issues surrounding African women and social justice.

Pearl has facilitated international transitions and change management seminars, providing counselling and high~level coaching.

Speaking close to 9 languages, Rodney can actively participate in all South African conversations and has a unique perspective on culture and language in our country.  He has been in Human Resource Development since 1988 and is a well~seasoned facilitator of learning.

Rodney’s passion for Diversity and Inclusion was sparked by his interest in and love for diverse people and their cultures, and the similarities that unite us all. He is also passionate about the promotion of equality amongst individuals in all spheres of life.  He has been involved in diversity work for numerous organisations for the past 20 years.

He believes that the whole world can work towards and achieve real unity in diversity, not only South Africa. 

Judith excels at opening up deep and meaningful conversations, making her an ideal Diversity and Inclusion Facilitator, Coach and/or Mentor for substantive growth and transformation. 

She has been involved in the training and development field since 1991.  Judith is a part time lecturer at the University of Pretoria in the School of Economic and Business Sciences and the School of Human Resources. Judith has a deep respect for the inclusion process and values her involvement with Diversity and Inclusion as an integral part of her self~ development. She delights in her contribution to co~create an Inclusive South Africa, which is an intrinsic passion for her.

Her experience with and expertise of the subject, combined with her solution~focused energy, makes Judith a sought~after D&I facilitator.

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Jacques’ credo is: “Transforming individuals ~ Transforming communities!!” which is a perfect fit for a Diversity and Inclusion Facilitator.

Jacques has a passion for moving people, teams and organisations from mediocrity to excellence. He consults at various levels within organisations to facilitate positive change at individual and team levels. He contributes to creating an environment where growth is encouraged and established in diverse teams, guiding them through the phases of forming, storming, norming, and eventually performing as a highly efficient, mature and productive team.

As learning process facilitator with Partners for Possibilities, he facilitates the development of school Principals in SA to leave a permanent footprint on the educational system of South Africa.

Marjón is an experienced, energetic, and enthusiastic facilitator of various training programmes. She is in demand for training, strategic sessions, consultation and implementation of HR systems and strategies, coaching, development work, and motivational talks.

Marjón has extensive local and international experience in Facilitation, Programme Design, Skills Gap Analyses and Assessments and travels both domestically and abroad, utilising every opportunity to gain knowledge and expertise through effective networking. Marjon has many years’ experience presenting Diversity workshops, and her frequent travels in South Africa and Africa have given her insight into the various world views, cultural etiquette and differences.

She was recently the keynote speaker in Mozambique at the African Women Leaders’ Conference as well as a speaker at the Southern African Telecommunications forum in Dar es Salaam.

Chael is well recognised in the industry as a competent and credible therapist, trainer and facilitator, business management consultant, recruitment and talent selections specialist, with the ability to raise levels of knowledge and skills in people development and engagement.

He has designed and presented various workshops and training programs, ranging from Leadership Development, and Social and Emotional Intelligence to Change Management. Chael’s speciality areas include Individual Psychotherapy for personal development and growth, In~house Corporate Workshops, Training on various topics, Improving individual social skills and performance of employees, Perception Management and Social Intelligence training in the workplace, and coaching with the focus on results.

He also facilitates training within the government arena and a number of multi~national corporate sectors with impressive results.

As a Life Coach with a teaching background, Heili’s passion is to develop people so that they can become the best version of themselves. She is especially enthusiastic about cultivating South African people’s diversity, while developing the foundation for an inclusive culture.

Heili firmly believes that the fastest route to positive change, with the greatest immediate impact, is to develop a new inclusive generation. She is inspired by her work with young adults and children on Diversity and Inclusion. Her ultimate goal is to influence the way South Africans live together as a nation and believes that every person has a narrative.

Our country’s future success lies in seamlessly integrating our narratives so that we can create an epic masterpiece wherein we can all triumph.

Andile’s interest in Diversity Management stems from his appreciation of individuals as unique beings, with diverse experiences, who have the potential to enrich others. He is convinced that embracing diversity can work favourably in a cosmopolitan world, at both personal and professional levels.

He advocates for a focus away from differences, but rather, the reason people are together in the first place, and works best when he is part of a multi~cultural team. He believes that for families, friends, colleagues and managers to get the best out of their relations, they have to deal with diversity in non~judgmental and productive ways.

Andile’s high level of empathy and relatedness to all makes him a sought~after D&I facilitator.

Ronel is a vibrant, positive, dynamic, and creative individual who uses her knowledge and skills to develop the potential of individuals, teams and organisations. Her passion for sustainable development is injected in her projects to create positive intra~ and interpersonal, diverse and all~inclusive relationships for all people in South Africa. Her specific focus areas include Career Development, Psychometric Assessments, Career Coaching, Training Management, Diversity Management. She also lectures at undergraduate and post~graduate level. Furthermore, she has written various articles and co~authored Human Resource Development textbooks that are currently used in different universities in South Africa. Her passion for developing the potential vested in all people motivates her to create a developmental mentoring undertone in any area where she is involved.

• Facilitator
• Process Facilitator
• Bank Seta Approved Assessor
• ACC Certified Life & Team Coach
• ACC Certified Career Coach

I am a facilitator of learning and taking people to a deeper area of thinking in the classroom. I integrate humour to build a rapport with my audience, have high energy, and am committed to the learning process.

My broadened view on the customer experience has grown over years in the hospitality sector; an industry which is very customer centric. A decade of experience in the financial industry then allowed me to understand the important role of employee wellness in delivering high class services and solutions.

I was motivated to further my understanding of people through ICF~accredited Life Coaching Courses, where I discovered my passion in empowering individuals to use new pathways of thinking.

I have facilitated numerous training programs and have a vast understanding of how to elevate the learning experience and achieve successful, lasting results. Being a facilitator has taught me how to interact with people from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, in a way that is patient, empathetic and encouraging.

My goal as a Life & Career Coach is to facilitate positive change by helping individuals to identify where they are now, and the visionary place they want to be. I am then able to help guide them to close this gap, by setting insightful goals, strategies and action plans.

I live my passion, which is developing and empowering people. I understand people and assist them to release their full potential.

Being people centric, I provide a unique learning experience where I will ignite, identify and inspire using the C.A.R.E model: Communicate > Attitude > Responsibility > Efficiency

Identify! Ignite! Inspire!

Saskia’s curiosity and enjoyment of diversity have been a value she has held dear for most of her life. Diversity and Inclusion grew into a work related passion in the early 90’s. She believes that truly valuing diversity is a life~long learning and has been facilitating Diversity programmes at all levels since 1993.

Her work has taken her to the Southern parts of Africa, and even as far as the Middle East. Saskia has specialised in facilitation, coaching, teams, Diversity Management, customer service and organisational development. She has an extensive capacity to research and find the most recent, relevant information on Diversity and Inclusion.

She has a professional and engaging, hands~on style, and is passionate about inspiring individuals, teams, leaders and organisations to succeed.

Nathi has facilitated Diversity Management programmes and workshops for different organisations since 1999. His unsuppressed energy and love for all people shine through, making him a well~loved facilitator.

He contributes a wealth of experience gained from a number of key positions he held in both Public and Private Sector organisations. He has served tertiary education institutions in managing both Training and Development (UKZN) and Training and Organisation Development (UDW). He was also in charge of human resources development functions as well as a Skills Development Facilitator for the university.

Zondi is also a founding pastor of Truevine Community Church eThekwini, and Truevine Community Church Pietermaritburg. He is married to Thobi and they are blessed with two daughters, Tumelo and Sethabile.

Ephraim has vast experience in both the Public and Private sector. He believes in cultivating mutual respect for all people and takes his calling as a Diversity and Inclusion facilitator very seriously, trusting in the transformative effect of the programme.

Ephraim runs his own HRD business, and has a great desire and dedication for people development and approaches it with his extraordinary focused energy. His company is accredited for four national qualifications from NQF 2 to NQF 5. He is currently appointed to train ten executive committee members of the Ba~Phalaborwa Local Municipality on Municipal Governance which he is facilitating himself.

As a strong community leader, Ephraim is blessed with three children and a very happy marriage.

Johannes has been involved with the Diversity and Inclusion programme since 1999 when Rinet Griessel enrolled for a Sepedi Course for non~mother~tongue speakers he was presenting.

When Johannes agreed to serve as a D&I facilitator, he was unaware of the personal impact and transformation this programme would bring him. He believes that there is still a lot to learn about one another, and he continues to gain insight and knowledge from the delegates. He asserts that diversity is a journey where one never really arrives and maintains that a willingness to learn from one another can break barriers.

He is invigorated by seeing delegates arrive at the workshop with a particular mind~set and listening to the testimonies of how the programme changed them.

Joanne Barnfather has been consulting in the Training and Development field since 2001. She has worked in both the Private and Public Sectors and has been a guest speaker at many conferences over the years.

Since her involvement in Diversity in 2010, Joanne believes that, “This is not just a South African ‘thing’, but a worldwide challenge. She believes that the changing face of the world today results in a greater need for Diversity and Inclusion. Companies and countries that have invested in the value of diversity, however, become OUTSTANDING AND EXCEPTIONAL, which excites her.

Joanne is convinced that being a fully functional member of any team means that we need to be able to understand, embrace, and use diversity to create strength.

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Illona is highly qualified and completed additional training at The People Business Leadership Coaching Academy in 2007 and qualified as a Senior Executive Personal and Leadership Coach. As both a business consultant and an executive business coach, her core focus is business performance turnarounds, which often get hampered by stereotyping and perceptions.

She excels in Leadership & Leadership Coaching/Development, Executive Business Coaching, Organisational Effectiveness, Corporate Stress Audits and Change Management. Her involvement in Transformation and Wellness of Organisations drives her passion for Diversity and Inclusion work, and her wealth of experience and knowledge, adds value to all people development forums.

She is an excellent, active listener. She focuses on the conversation and skilfully directs it to improved insights and performance.

Sonja believes people and organisations share unlimited and varied potential. She sees her role as facilitating ways for individuals, teams and organisations to flourish. Her approach is to enable mastery and autonomy through designing and delivering structured and unstructured learning processes. She is passionate about assisting individuals, teams and organisations to discover and pursue their purpose.

After completing an Equal Opportunities training programme at the Defence Equal Opportunities Management Institute (DEOMI) in the Unites States, she is realising her passion to achieve equity and inclusivity in companies and communities.

She has extensive experience in learning facilitation and coaching on middle and senior management level. She uses a wide variety of assessment and diagnostic methodologies, tools and techniques including various climate and culture surveys.

Her consulting portfolio includes providing services to clients across a multitude of industry sectors both nationally and internationally. These include Manufacturing, Communication, Retail, Government, Petroleum, Academic Institutions, Not For Profit Organisations and NGO’s.

Sonja’s extended experience in the international arena of Diversity and Inclusion stands the team in good stead. Her vast knowledge and expertise in ths area is a deep well from which the D&I team and delegates gratefully benefit/drink.

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So why do I want to be part of In SA? Cause I love South Africa! I am a South African! My identity is imbedded in South Africa. I am not European, not American not British ~ I am an African. I love our colourful country, with all its shapes and sizes, especially all the hearts. Every person is beautiful and unique. That is why I am part of a group of colourful South Africans who love our country and who spread the love.

Yaya (Rudo) Dzenga, is a professional Skills Development Facilitator, Executive Coach and author.

She has over 10 years’ experience in designing and developing training material for the banking sector and None profit organizations.

Yaya is often referred to as ‘the lemonade lady following her talks that encourage people to find ways to turn negative experiences around. It is no wonder, she is passionate about diversity and inclusion matters. Her talks and books highlight the challenges faced by communities and organizations when diversity is not embraced.

She is committed to harnessing the power in diversity and inclusion.

Unathi is a vibrant Transformation Facilitator/Trainer with 11 years of experience in both the Public and Private sectors. His ability to speak six South African languages allows him to engage and connect with a diverse audience. He specialises in Personal Development and Transformation.

He is passionately devoted to his contribution in assisting communities and businesses to tap into the transformational power of Diversity Appreciation; showcasing the critical contribution of our differences to the development and success of communities and our nation.

Participants appreciate Unathi for the energy and enthusiasm he brings into a conversation. Unathi has been involved in Diversity and Inclusion Management and since 2012.