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12 June 2024
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Story Zinzi Zumana
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UFS Lekgotla Men’s Well-being Programme: addiction dialogue encourages empowerment and exchange of ideas.
The University of the Free State (UFS)
Division of Student Affairs hosted a ‘Dialogue on Addiction’ at the Equitas Senate Hall on 20 April 2024 as part of the UFS Lekgotla Men’s Well-being Programme. Led by the esteemed
Ace Moloi, male students’ well-being was addressed by focusing on topics relating to substance abuse, the ‘hookah pipe’, pornography, and digital addiction.
Ogaisitse Diseko, an expert on substance abuse, highlighted the misconceptions and societal impact of substances such as ‘bath salts’. Male students shared personal experiences, emphasising the need for early interventions and community backing to combat addiction.
Prof Noluxolo Gcaza, a Nelson Mandela University Professor specialising in digital wellness, presented on digital well-being, internet safety, and managing screen time. The dialogue concluded with Billy Mogadi sharing his journey from addiction to recovery, underscoring the human toll and the possibility of transformation.
Mogadi’s story resonated deeply, fostering hope and empowerment among attendees. The event highlighted the power of dialogue and support in addressing addiction issues. By promoting genuine interaction and providing the necessary tools, such initiatives contribute to community well-being and development. The UFS Lekgotla Men’s Well-being programme advances its goal of fostering healthier lives through open communication and mutual support.
Students attend workshop on copy writing
2008-10-16
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A workshop on copy writing was recently presented on the Main Campus of the University of the Free State (UFS) in Bloemfontein. Prof. Angelique van Niekerk from the Department of Afrikaans and Dutch, German and French arranged the workshop on behalf of the Department of Communication and Information Studies. The workshop, presented by Ms Jana du Plessis from Vega Brand Communication School, focused on among others the Loerie and Pendoring advertising competitions and alternative media. Here are, from the left: Ms Lebogang Mokwena, third-year student in Integrated Marketing Communication, Prof. Van Niekerk, Ms Du Plessis, Ms Lindiwe Tabana, third-year student in Integrated Marketing Communication, and Dr Dalmé Mulder, Department of Communication and Information Studies.
Photo: Lacea Loader
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