Learn Support Grow with Womandla Foundation

In this episode, Amandla Kwinana sits down with the brilliant Dr Samkelisiwe ‘Samke’ Nyamathe to explore the ever-evolving dynamics of women’s friendships. As a medical doctor, public health clinician, and mentor, Dr. Samke brings her unique perspective on why friendships are vital for personal growth, especially for ambitious women navigating their careers and lives. Dr Samke shares the importance of having friendships that challenge and sharpen you, encouraging growth rather than stagnation. From the innocent bonds of childhood to the deeper connections formed in adulthood, they delve into the joys and complexities of maintaining meaningful friendships.  With actionable insights and heartfelt reflections, this episode reminds us to value the people who choose to stay in our lives and to take friendships seriously as a cornerstone of success and well-being.  The Learn Support Grow podcast is brought to you by the Womandla Foundation, in partnership with Tactile Technologies. Produced by Nina&Nola (www.ninaandnola.com) Special thanks to the Women of Womandla (all over SA and beyond)! Learn Dr Samke recommends A Thousand Splendid Sons by Khaled Hosseini which takes the reader through an adventurous friendship journey that leads the characters to overcome the most daunting obstacles with startling heroism: https://www.takealot.com/a-thousand-splendid-suns/PLID61662671?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi_G5BhDXARIsAN5SX7rftJV4ONKJIJN0dQTHiU48z9vXLVfFSW9B4Ngq3YYVyYuWXED8bNcaAi2YEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&gclsrc=aw.ds You can also add this movie to your Netflix watchlist: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (2008) is a timeless and extraordinary tale of innocence, friendship and the horrors of war.   Support Take the time to know yourself and what you need in each friendship, and communicate that with your friends. Be mindful to reciprocate and find out what your friends, especially those strong friends, also need from your friendship. Grow Dr Samke found growth in A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson, an inspiring guide to how to live a more fulfilling and spiritual life: https://exclusivebooks.co.za/products/9780722532997 ----- To advertise on the show, contact Sam on [email protected] All funds raised go toward Womandla Foundation's programs and initiatives. For more info, visit www.womandla.com. ----- Beat Provided By https://freebeats.ioProduced By White Hot

In this episode, we’ll dive into what it means to be an empowered woman and how women can uplift and support one another. Dr. Shauna Weatherspoon shares her personal journey of empowerment and her passion for initiatives like the Womandla Foundation’s Dignity Drive. The Learn Support Grow podcast is brought to you by the Womandla Foundation, in partnership with Tactile Technologies. Produced by Nina&Nola (www.ninaandnola.com) Special thanks to Harmony Botya for making this interview happen. ----- Learn Servant Leadership: Forbes published an article about how women can be encouraged to be the natural leaders they can be: https://www.forbes.com/sites/adigaskell/2020/02/25/women-are-natural-servant-leaders-but-need-encouragement-to-take-on-the-role/ Support Support and mentor girls and women in your community or see how you can contribute to women empowerment organisations such as Womandla Foundation (https://www.womandla.com/our-impact) and Raising Our Daughters Foundation (https://www.rodfoundation.org/impact)   Grow Empower Yourself: Dr Shauna recommends planning your life and letting go of tasks that are not essential. Find out what your priorities are (in the various areas of your life) and make time for them. ----- To advertise on the show, contact Sam on [email protected]. All funds raised go toward Womandla Foundation's programs and initiatives. For more info, visit www.womandla.com. ----- Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

In this episode, Heléne Smuts dives into the importance of having those tough, honest conversations we often avoid. She explores how confronting difficult topics can actually strengthen relationships, build trust, and pave the way for deeper connections. The Learn Support Grow podcast is brought to you by the Womandla Foundation, in partnership with Tactile Technologies. Produced by Nina&Nola (www.ninaandnola.com) Special thanks to Samkeliso Sihlangu and Sam Gqomo for your assistance. ----- Learn Learn more about Transactional Analysis: watch this short video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxn8FxE0sgY Support Practice getting comfortable: follow and share Heléne’s tools on how to get comfortable with hard conversations with friends and colleagues and start practising them in your professional and personal life.   Heléne recommends reading Crucial Conversations for more on the topic https://www.takealot.com/crucial-conversations-third-edition/PLID72357742?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwo8S3BhDeARIsAFRmkOP5_cihPE0aHPEms440L9Oau2V0XaOVlRU3iU2kaTbLA37ljyhgjesaAsf_EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Grow Take the Lead: Get your copy of  Heléne’s book, Ditch Mediocrity, to step up your leadership game https://www.amazon.com/Ditch-Mediocrity-Hel%C3%A9ne-Smuts/dp/0620938242 ----- To advertise on the show, contact Sam on [email protected]. All funds raised go toward Womandla Foundation's programs and initiatives. For more info, visit www.womandla.com. ----- Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

In this episode, Nokuthula takes us through her journey into the male-dominated IT industry, and her initial intimidation which she overcame through hard work, support from mentors and self-belief. The Learn Support Grow podcast is brought to you by the Womandla Foundation, in partnership with Tactile Technologies. Produced by Nina&Nola (www.ninaandnola.com) Special thanks to the Goethe Institut Johannesburg for the use of their library. ----- Learn MANCOSA, a long-standing partner of the Womandla Foundation, offers courses for those interested in careers in IT,  Tech or Artificial Intelligence (AI): https://www.mancosa.co.za/school/school-of-information-and-digital-technology/ Support Boost your self-esteem: Dove, one of our Womandla Women in STEAM Awards 2024 sponsors, hosts the Dove Self-Esteem Project to help young people overcome body image issues and fulfill their potential by building positive body confidence and self-esteem. https://www.dove.com/za/dove-self-esteem-project.html Grow Become a mentor: Join Womandla Foundation as a mentor and support our mentorship and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) school projects in Durban and Cape Town. Contact Sam on [email protected] ----- To advertise on the show, contact Sam on [email protected]. All funds raised go toward Womandla Foundation's programs and initiatives. For more info, visit www.womandla.com. ----- Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot