W4C 2023 Annual Report: Explore our impact, stories, and global growth
We’re stoked to announce the release of the Waves for Change 2023/24 Annual Report!
Thanks to your generous contributions, over 2,500 children received vital mental health support through the surf therapy programmes.
Here are some key highlights from the 2023 Annual Report:
Surf Therapy for Neurodiverse and Visually Impaired Children
This year, we partnered with the Khanyisa School for the Blind, where children who once hesitated to enter the water are now confidently surfing, supported by our dedicated coaches. Our work with neurodiverse children continues to grow, offering tailored support that meets their unique needs.
Coach Muminah’s Inspiring Journey
Meet Muminah, a young Muslim woman who joined Waves for Change two years ago with uncertainty but has since blossomed into a confident senior surf coach. Read more about her transformation from a shy newcomer to a leader who helps create safe spaces for girls.
Scaling Mental Health Support in South Sudan and Somalia
Our Five Pillar training model has expanded beyond South Africa, bringing mental health support to vulnerable children in South Sudan and Somalia. In 2023, we trained local coaches in these regions, equipping them to provide much-needed support through sport and recreation.
The Coach Pathway: Building Future Leaders
Our Coach Pathway programme offers comprehensive training, mentoring, and support, ensuring that our coaches are prepared to succeed both within and beyond our organisation.
The ALIVE Study: Advancing Global Mental Health Research
We are proud to be part of the ALIVE study, a groundbreaking multi-country research project focused on reducing adolescent depression and anxiety in low- and middle-income countries. Through our expertise in self-regulation, Waves for Change is contributing to this vital research, which has the potential to transform mental health support for young people worldwide.
These are just a glimpse of the stories you will find inside our 2023 Annual Report, illustrating the incredible impact of your support in helping us create safe spaces, provide critical mental health services, and expand our reach to communities that need it most.Don’t miss out—download the 2023 Annual Report here to explore these stories and more, and see firsthand how we’re riding the wave of change together!
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