Learning circles
Why Teacher Voices Must Shape South Africa’s Education Future.
23 October 2025South Africa’s teachers stand on the frontlines of our democracy’s greatest promise: education as a pathway to equality, dignity, and opportunity. Every day, they navigate overcrowded classrooms, scarce resources, and the weight of societal inequalities—yet they remain the backbone of our education system. And still, their voices are too often absent in the very conversations […]
Teachers want to advocate for themselves and their colleagues, but too often, speaking up comes at a cost.
23 October 2025In a recent session with teachers, a powerful and sobering conversation unfolded. Teachers shared openly about the realities of trying to advocate for themselves and for one another within their schools. What emerged was not just individual frustration but a collective struggle that many teachers can deeply relate to. Advocacy in education is not a […]