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Latest news and reports at The Love Trust.
ALUMNI ACHIEVERS
September 24, 2022
CHILOANE SIBLINGS
Tshwarelo Chiloane (on the left side) excels in sport with achievement at provincial level for netball, together with her brother Lesego Chiloane (on the right side) who has been recognised by the well-known soccer club Mamelodi Sundowns.
Tshwarelo in 2021 was a Grade 9 student at Eqinisweni Secondary School in Ivory Park and in 2022 was set to take part in the regional netball trials. Having received trophies and awards at nearly every level of the sport that she's completed in so far has hugely boosted her confidence both on and off sports field and made her more assertive towards her goals and ambitions. "I have gained leadership skills," she says, "I've leant determination and I've made good friends. "She believes that playing sport has given her a platform to shine, besides making her more fit healthy student.
Lesego was attending Grade 8 at Tsolosolo ya Africa Secondary School in Ebony Park in 2021 and is expecting to train with the under 17 Mamelodi Sundowns soccer team in 2022 as center back.
Similar to his sister, his sport has given him access to new places, environments, and people. All of which contribute to broader experience and different outlooks from that of his community and school. "I have gained leadership skills and made fantastic new friends," he says.
Lesego also believes that soccer has provided him with the opportunity to push him and test his limits; this has helped him discover the type of person he is. He also won numerous awards, medals and trophies that speaks to his success as a soccer player. He will soon be testing his mettle against other aspiring soccer players, many of whom are older than him, for a spot in the under 19 Mamelodi Sundowns team.
Tshwarelo and Lesego thank their former primary school Nokuphila, for preparing them to be accomplished athletes they are, and for the love and support they gave them during their times there, such as donating sporting kit and other equipment. "Thank you Nokuphila for sharing your faith and offering us hope."
The biggest thank you should be to their number one fan and greatest supporter- their mother, Thelma Chiloane. She has ensured their sporting aspirations continued beyond Nokuphila, and takes a keen interest in their school careers as well. Having the unwavering support and love of a parent, is priceless for any learner, and a key factor in the healthy growth and developments of a child both on and off the sport field.
BONISILE NYATHELA AWARDED A FULL SCHOLARSHIP
August 9, 2022
Bonisile Nyathela, a 2021 graduate, awarded a full scholarship to the prestigious Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls, attributes the opportunity to the support and encouragement of Nokuphila School: "they are very patient, they acknowledge you, and they help you in every step of the way. They also encourage us to have a special relationship with God. "Nokuphila gives parents the assurance that their children are "in a great space and that their future is bright."
A JOURNEY OF HOPE FOR MPHO KEKANA
August 9, 2022
Mpho Kekana, Nokuphila School graduate, was awarded a full scholarship at St John's College, through the facilitation and assistance of The Love Trust. As a Grade 9 pupil in 2021, he talked about overcoming the many challenges to adjusting to life in high school at St John's. Despite the challenges he continues to perfom well, and enjoys subjects such as biology, maths, English, and history, as well as playing sports such as basketball, and hockey. He also enjoys boxing lessons after school and maintains contact with Nokuphila School and his friends- he holds lasting memories of school outings and field trips.
THE LOVE TRUST NEW SCHOOL IN TEMBISA
May 18, 2015
The school is meant to have a significant impact on the children's development and create an environment in which young children live and learn. While working and listening to the community in Tembisa Township, Love Trust saw the need to establish a place where children were given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Nokuphila School in Tembisa, one of our projects, was started with the intention of creating new opportunities for vulnerable children and their families. We hope to serve in a way that will open horizons and provide for an improved quality of life.
The school serves 257 disadvantaged children from Grade 0 to Grade 4. The school has also seen some successes. The Grade 1 pupils scored 90% in numeracy and 80% in literacy in the 2014 Annual National Assessment Test. The Love Trust grew out of the need to serve vulnerable children and their communities.
THE LOVE TRUST INVITES YOU TO JOIN US AS WE HIGHLIGHT OUR 13-YEAR JOURNEY OF QUALITY EDUCATION AND ECD TEACHER TRAINING. (Investec: Journey of Hope)
02 February, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Johannesburg- The Love Trust, a journey of hope, invites you to join us as we highlight our 13-year journey of quality education and ECD teacher training.
As South African women face difficulty, grief, unfairness, and inequality on a daily basis, our local non-profit organisation The Love Trust is empowering women through its teacher training centers across the country.
Investec presents a journey of Hope with The Love Trust. With a belief to bring change through education we are determined to deliver shared value with our partners and deliver measurable impact in the communities we serve.
Founded in 2009 The Love Trust is a South African non-profit organisation with the vision to narturer future generations of servant leaders through the delivery of excellent Christian education to vulnerable children in disadvantaged communities.
At the Love Trust, we are committed to impacting education through the teacher, our values-driven approach supports building a stronger South Africa.
We reach over 20 000 children from disadvantaged communities through the 850 teachers we have trained or who are currently in training with us.
You can visit our website www.lovetrust.co.za and select your preferred date and we will contact you closer to the time to confirm your attendance.
The event is to take place under the following details:
The Love Trust - Open Days 2023
- 04 April 2023
- 08 June 2023
- 21 September 2023
Event Address: Nokuphila School, 59 Steyn Rd, President Park AH, Midrand, 1685
Duration: From 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Contact us at: (071) 103 8722 or amo@lovetrust.co.za
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THE LOVE TRUST- "LEAVE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE THAN YOU FOUND IT"
07 February, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
The United Nations chose 5 September as International Day of Charity in commemoration of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 "for work undertaken in the struggle to overcome poverty and distress, which also consitute a threat to peace."
The day is meant to sentitise and mobilise "people, NGOs, and stakeholders all around the world to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities."
The Love Trust will use this year 5 September as the opportunity to reflect on what International Day of Charity means to them and the importance of NGOs and NPOs and their partnerships with people and companies.
A large part of it has to do with making progress towards the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development: "a universal call to take action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity." So the day in itself, is about bringing awareness to and recognising the barriers that poverty places on overall International development.
At the Love Trust, we strive to reduce poverty and social inequality through holistic education and care of primary and pre-primary children, including nutrition, psycho-social and remedial support. We impact children's education through the teacher.
"People should better understand the needs of the most vulnerable, and how people can step up and make a difference where they are." "Come one, come all and celebrate such an iconic day with us", chairperson of The Love Trust, Dr Jerry Gule.
As the late Desmond Tutu used to say, "Do a little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelme the world.
Event Address: Nokuphila School, 59 Steyn Rd, President Park AH, Midrand, 1685
Contact us at: (071) 103 8722 or info@lovetrust.co.za
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Contact Us
Love Trust, Cnr 19th and 11th Roads, Erand, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
+27 11 318 2481
+27-11-318-2482
The Love Trust
Founded in 2009 The Love Trust is a South African non-profit organisation with the vision to nurturer future generations of servant leaders through the delivery of excellent Christian education to vulnerable children in disadvantaged communities.
The Love Trust
Mission in action
At The Love Trust, we strive to reduce poverty and social inequality through holistic education and care of primary and pre-primary children, including nutrition, phycho-social and remedial support. We impact children's education through the teacher.
Annual events
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ANNUAL EVENTS
1. International Day of Mathematics- 14th of March: we take a deeper look at the barriers to this subject that The Love Trust and Nokuphila are overcoming and the extended support we provide for our alumni learners.
2. International Day of Charity- 5th of September: chosen by the United Nations, The Love Trust celebrates the International Day of Charity in commemoration of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 “for work undertaken in the struggle to defeat poverty and distress, which as well constitute a threat to peace.”
3. On the 20th of November we, together with the rest of the universe, celebrates the Universal Children’s Day. The United Nations hopes to – on this day promote global togetherness, create awareness of the challenges that children encounter, and improve the welfare for all children.
4. International Volunteer’s Day- 5th of December: The Love Trust celebrates this day annually and is recognised as a reminder that together in collaboration, there is more that can be achieved.
HIV/AIDS POLICY
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HIV/AIDS POLICY
1. PREVENTION
At The Love Trust, we promote awareness and education concerning HIV/AIDS to prevent transmission. We provide condoms and promote safe sex practices, needle exchange programs, education on HIV testing, and awareness for high-risk individuals.
2. CARE AND SUPPORT
The Love Trust support individuals affected with HIV/AIDS by offering access to healthcare, treatment, and medications. We as well offer counseling and emotional support to assist people cope with the psychological and emotional difficulties of living with this virus.
3. ADVOCACY
The Love Trust advocate for the rights of individuals living with HIV/AIDS and strive to eradicate judgements and stigma that has to do with the virus.
4. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
We interact with the local community to encourage responseveness of HIV/AIDS and reduce the blow-out of the virus. We interact with local government including other community institutions to create associations and coordinate determinations.
5. MONITORING AND EVALUATION
The Love Trust frequently monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the programs and policies to guarantee that we meet our desired objectives and contribute a positive impact in the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS.
ONLINE REPUTATION MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
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ONLINE REPUTATION MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
1. Monitor online conversations
At The Love Trust, we keep tracking of every online mentions of our company, whether positive or negative, and interact appropriately.
2. Create and maintain a powerful online presence
The Love Trust have an existing up-to-date website, active social media pages, and regularly publishes content that is appropriate to our mission and mandate.
3. Reply to negative responses
We take negative responses seriously and reply ethically and professionally, giving solutions or explanations where appropriate.
4. Interact with stakeholders
The Love Trust actively interact with its stakeholders via social media, email, and other communications channels, keeping them updated about the Love Trust's activities and responding to their inquiries and concerns.
5. Collaborate with influencers and media outlets
Collaborating with influencers and media houses can assit to build the Love Trust's intergrity and reach an extensive publics.
6. Create a crisis management plans
During the cause of a crisis, The Love Trust have an existing plan to manage the chaos, and clear communication strategies and majors to deal with every concerns.
7. Promote positive reviews and testimonials
Requesting reviews or testimonials from satisfied beneficiaries, donors, or volunteers can assist us build our online reputation. We also Include links to our website and social media pages in our communication to make it easy for audience to drop a review.
INTEGRATED BRAND MARKETING PLAN
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INTEGRATED BRAND MARKETING PLAN
Introduction:
The Love Trust is committed to impacting education through the teacher, our values-driven approach supports building a stronger South Africa. We reach over 20 000 children from disadvantaged communities through the 850 teachers we have trained or who are currently in training with us. In this marketing plan, we will outline our strategy for boosting our brand visibility and leading interaction with our desired societies.
Objectives:
-To boost brand awareness by 75% within one year.
-To enhance interactions with our target societies by 50% within one year.
- To raise about R300,000 in donations in one year.
- To form associations with at least 5-7 institutions that align with our values and mission.
Target audience:
Our target audience includes:
- Individuals who are passionate about positive social change.
- Media (coverage).
- Non-profit sector practitioners.
- Donors and volunteers.
Marketing strategy:
1. Storytelling:
We utilise our social media platforms, blog, website, and newsletters to share events of our impact, successful events of the societies we work for, and the difficulties we encounter.
2. Collaboration:
We work together with like-minded institutions amplify our reach and impact. We identify institutions that align with our values and mission and strive to form strategic associations to succeed shared objectives.
Tactics:
1. Social media marketing:
We use targeted promotions on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to enhance brand awareness, gain more followers, and lead interactions.
2. Influencer marketing:
We collaborate with influencers who align with our values and target audience, to help and promote our campaigns.
3. Participation in events:
We attend social occasions, conferences, and exhibitions to network and interact with people who are passionate about positive social transformation. It assists us to maintain good relations with prospective donors, volunteers, and supporters.
4. Newsletter Marketing:
Newsletters are always sent out to keep our target audience updated about current and pending occasions, campaigns and fundraising undertakings. We utilise personalised content that our recipients can resonates with.
Conclusion:
This integrated brand marketing plan will guide us to our desired audience, boosting our brand visibility and interactions, raising funds, maintaining relations, and boosting social impact. By aligning our communication platforms and assigning interactive content, we will establish a tangible impact in the societies we work for.