Help Jozi My Jozi with 5 volunteers for Ekhaya & Ekuthuleni Shelter Donation Fundraiser
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Help Jozi My Jozi with 5 volunteers for Ekhaya & Ekuthuleni Shelter Donation Fundraiser
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Jozi My Jozi Movement Jozi My Jozi is a movement rooted in a genuine love for Johannesburg. Grounded in the values of our Constitution, it is a community-driven initiative, by the people, for the people, with the goal of uniting individuals from all walks of life. Whether you're from the public sector, private sector, or simply a passionate Joburger, Jozi My Jozi is about coming together to make a real and lasting impact in our city. We proudly support impactful initiatives that are making a meaningful difference in our communities. All donations raised through this drive will go directly towards supporting vulnerable children and young people in and around Johannesburg. Ekhaya & Ekuthuleni Shelter Support MES (Mould Empower Serve) is a Christian social development organisation that has been changing the heart of the city since 1986. MES works actively to provide sustainable solutions to poverty in the inner cities of Johannesburg, Cape Town, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), and Kempton Park. Your support can make a meaningful difference at Ekhaya and Ekuthuleni shelters. By donating or volunteering, you help provide essential resources, safe shelter, and hope to those seeking refuge and a fresh start. Shelter Support Needs Infrastructure Upgrades Plumbing repairs Roof maintenance and leak repair Sick room upgrade Installation of solar energy and lighting Water-saving bathrooms and showers CCTV surveillance Flooring and wall maintenance Resource Needs Furniture: Beds, couches, dining tables, 100 chairs, storage cubicles Household Items: Single or ¾ duvet sets, blankets, hygiene/toiletry packs Recreational Items: Pool table, board games, OpenView TV connection Other: Clothing bank, 3x digital cameras 📍 Ekhaya Shelter Location: 62 Kotze Street (corner Quartz), Hillbrow, Johannesburg
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Stay safe
- 1. Don’t pass any personal information to people you haven’t met offline before.
- 2. When meeting one of your contacts offline for the first time, always be sure to arrange to meet in a public place.
- 3. Make sure that you are not left alone with someone that you have never met before.
- 4. Know where you’re going. If you’re headed off the beaten track or into an unfamiliar part of town, be sure you have directions and a GPS or map book.
- 5. If you feel unsafe, consult the person in charge and let him or her know.
- 6. Avoid wearing expensive jewellery: it could get damaged, lost or stolen.
- 7. Ask, ask, ask! If you’re worried about something or concerned about your safety in a certain situation, ask the person in charge.
