Famsa reflects on year’s progress at AGM
The work of the Family Life Centre in Parkwood to address issues of mental and emotional well-being of individuals and families continues.
The Family Life Centre Famsa Johannesburg, held their annual general meeting (AGM) at their offices in Parkwood. The non-profit organisation’s (NPO) 74th AGM was held on October 6. Delivering the chairperson’s report, Henry Sebata said despite the hurdles, he was pleased to report that Famsa Johannesburg continues to make a significant impact on the lives of those they serve. “In these trying times, funding has emerged as one of our most pressing challenges. Government funding remains a vital lifeline for our operations and I extend my deepest gratitude to the Department of Social Development for their continued support,” said Sebata.
He added that the changing attitudes of society towards mental and emotional well-being in recent years has been promising and they are committed to furthering this progress.
The chairperson further launched the NPO’s new vision and mission statements which read as follows:
A globally recognised organisation, that understands the unique needs of all our clients, a specialised service provision that caters to each individual, family and community efficiently, effectively and with precision.
We remain committed to excellent mental health services offered by expert professionals. We are inclusive of all diverse groups including individuals, families and communities.
Director Jennifer Papers said her three-year journey as director was not an easy one but was worth every bit of blood, sweat and tears. She said the year has been eventful. “Our partnership with Tshikululu enabled us to expand our work in the gender-based violence sector through sports tournaments; leadership pageant in partnership with Sipho Sethu Arts Projects in Alexandra, couple’s retreats, youth dialogues, anti-bullying programmes in schools, support groups for young mothers, trauma and grief victims and victims of violence.”
She shared more projects they have achieved through the year including one with AWARE.ORG, in partnership with Father, for a nation that focused attention on the impact of binge drinking on men’s mental health.
The treasurer’s report by Lethabo Mputla highlighted that the biggest expense arose from salaries as the organisation made sure the workers were properly remunerated for the hard work they put in. She said the biggest concern is the electricity and rent bills. Mputla said that the NPO is, however, comfortable with the changes and upgrades – for instance, the fact that each satellite office has its own computers, landline and office furniture.
“By addressing the unnecessary expenses picked up this financial year and continued income-generating activities that have already been implemented this year, we look forward to an improved net profit as of March 2024,” said Mputla.
Details: Family Life Centre 011 788 4784.
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