Union of Jewish Women, Johannesburg acknowledge housekeepers at special appreciation event
Housekeepers from all over Johannesburg were treated to food, drink, and music, thanks to the Union of Jewish Women, Johannesburg.
The housekeepers appreciation event, hosted by the Union of Jewish Women (UJW), Johannesburg, filled Jabulani Recreation Centre in Sandringham with jubilation and gratitude on November 13.
150 housekeepers and housemen from all over Johannesburg attended the fun-filled appreciation event, which kicked off with prizes being won and given to housekeepers who were among the audience.
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Guest speaker Bertha Mutemwa took to the stage and gave a speech about the importance of having gratitude, and the role it played in assisting one to navigate through life.
UJW chairperson Ingrid Koor explained that the appreciation event began in 2014. “This is an opportunity to thank the ladies and gentlemen that work in our houses, because we don’t thank them as often as we should for looking after our children and taking care of our homes.”
She added that the event has progressed, becoming more fun by incorporating fun and educational activities.
“There have been times when we invited emergency services people to demonstrate the CPR process.”
Nomsa Ncube, a housekeeper who has been attending the event for three years, said she looked forward to attending the event every year.
“It’s a special event, where we are appreciated for the work we do. We meet other housekeepers as well, who are passionate about the families they look after.”
After the speeches, the housekeepers were treated to music, courtesy of the Soweto Family Band, as well as to food and drinks.
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