Bianca Van der Schyff Consent is not just a rule to follow — it is a source of empowerment. When people are able to give or withhold consent freely, they feel respected, valued, and safe. This applies to all relationships, including families, friendships, workplaces, and communities. Empowerment through consent comes from recognizing that each person’s choices matter. It teaches… Continue Reading Strong men empower through freedom of choice
Consent is more than permission. It is the active agreement that protects dignity and ensures every person’s right to choose what happens to them — in relationships, communication, work, and daily life. When consent is understood and respected, people feel safe. When it is ignored or assumed, trust breaks down. At its core, consent is… Continue Reading Trust grows where choices are respected
True strength is not shown in how much power one holds, but in how that power is used. Positive masculinity teaches that honour is not submission — it is self-respect that extends to others. When a man honours, he protects without controlling, supports without silencing, and leads without taking away another’s freedom. In a world… Continue Reading Respect is strength you can see everyday
Every community grows stronger when people lead by example. Role models and allies remind us that honour, empathy, and inclusion are not abstract ideas — they are daily actions that inspire others to do the same. Positive masculinity becomes visible when men show care without seeking control, speak up when others stay silent, and use… Continue Reading Leaders listen first then lead with power
“A man is not diminished by honouring a woman. He is defined by it.” – Thabo Mbeki This month, under the theme Men Who Honour, Communities That Protect, we begin by exploring what positive masculinity really means. Positive masculinity is the practice of showing strength through respect, fairness, and accountability. It moves away from dominance… Continue Reading Real strength is honour in action
🦊 October 2025 – Halloween / November Preview Theme: Looking Ahead – Men Who Honour, Communities That Protect Date: 31 October 2025 Quote: “A man is not diminished by honouring a woman. He is defined by it.” – Thabo Mbeki On Halloween, we play with masks, costumes, and imagination — a day where creativity and… Continue Reading Halloween introduces Mouvember
🦒 October 2025 – Week 5 Blog Post Theme: Reflection and Transition – From Awareness to Action Date: 27 October 2025 Quote: “When awareness grows, so does responsibility.” As October comes to a close, we reflect on the journey we have shared under the banner “Disability Rights Are Human Rights.” This month has highlighted the… Continue Reading From awareness to action : using PEPUDA
🦒 October 2025 – United Nations Day Theme: Participation in Society – Global Inclusion and Cooperation Date: 24 October 2025 Quote: “Equality is not a vision for the future. It is the work we do now, together.” Today, on United Nations Day, we pause to recognise the shared vision that connects nations, communities, and individuals… Continue Reading Lets celebrate International UN Day and the rights it brings
🦒 October 2025 – Week 3 Blog Post Theme: Protection from Harm – Legal & Physical Safety Date: 20 October 2025 Quote: “Rights protect us, dignity empowers us, and awareness guides us to safety.” Every person has the right to live free from harm — physically, emotionally, and socially. For DeafBlind South Africans, protection from… Continue Reading Which rights protect us?
🦒 October 2025 – White Cane Awareness Day Theme: Independence, Mobility, and Safety Date: 15 October 2025 Quote: “The white cane is not a sign of limitation. It is a symbol of freedom.” Today, we celebrate White Cane Awareness Day, a day that honours the independence, confidence, and mobility of persons who are blind or… Continue Reading White cane Day : access through our rights