As many South Africans try to make meaning from the staggering statistics around gender-based violence (GBV) in the country we are proud to be working with adolescents to challenge traditional gender norms through sport.

In 2020 we completed a study that focuses on how, over 6 months, our programming influenced 18 adolescent boys' gendered views.

Though the scope of this study was small, there are very encouraging signs that by creating a gender equitable space for young men and women through SFD we can begin to address problematic social stereotypes and contribute to the empowerment of young women.

In 2021 we want to better understand if this approach is successful in creating long-lasting change that transfers ‘off the field.’

Click on the image to download the report.

Yaseen, Vista High

We love partnering people and business with our shared purpose.

In 2020 we started a collaboration with The Sneaker Shack, who are encouraging customers and passers by to drop off less-worn, previously loved sneakers that just need a little love, care and attention to transform them to ‘as good as new’ sneakers for the proud feet of young South Africans embarking on their adult journey.

For the first 6 months of 2021 all shoes donated will be expertly restored, with care, and given to the 250 young adults that SOHK SA councils within the local underserved communities of Cape Town.

Thanks Sneaker Shack!

Delighted to start the new year with news that in 2021 SOHK will be working with local legends in the education and innovation space DG Murray Trust. The project will deliver increased access to psycho-social student support to improve school drop out at lower quintile schools. We look forward to working together!

We are looking for a female intern to join our vibrant team in January!

As a SOHK Intern you will be responsible for assisting in our frontline delivery in Cape Town. Working as part of our small team, you will focus on learning as much you can about our coaching and mentoring practices with a goal of becoming a full-time SOHK coach in the future. Each day of an SOHK course entails a mixture of responsibilities – both on the field and off it - and we hope you enjoy each part.

Team kit and other useful resources will be provided.

Time Required:  8-10 hours per week, fixed term contract for 5 months

Compensation: The Intern will receive a stipend of R2500 per/month.

Duration: January to December 2021

APPLY HERE or www.schoolofhardknocks.co.za/intern

Applications close 17th Jan 2021.

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The Hollard Sports Industry Awards celebrated their tenth year last week with a glitzy online awards show with the esteemed Michael Johnson as guest speaker.

SOHK were honoured to be nominated for the Social and Environmental Impact Award alongside so many great programmes. Ultimately we lost out to Tennis SA’s amazing transformative work, but appreciate we really appreciate being credited amongst such big name institutions.

Next year!

Tough SOHK Coach Urshwin comes from a background in conflict alleviation and violence prevention in gangs with the Ceasefire project in Hanover Park. Listen to his story and what drives him to be a positive, caring role model with young people from across the city of Cape Town.