NxtGenWomxn

Launched in 2023, NxtGenWomxn is a 6-session intervention designed to provide adolescent girls and young womxn (AGYW) with the mental health resources to deal with the challenges they face on a daily basis.

Shown to improve mental health in 70% of graduates, the powerful programme provides evidence-based tools to support girls and womxn.

Stylized text with 'NXT GEN' on top and 'WOMXN' on the bottom, divided by a horizontal line.
Quote by Programme Participant: "If this programme was in each community, we would have fewer incidents of suicide."
Quote by Programme Participant: "I have learned that I do not need to be controlled by my emotions, things that used to be scary, I can manage now."
Quote by School Teacher and Coach: "This programme is so needed. Girls are dealing with a lot and don't always know how to express themselves in healthy ways."

A Targeted Response

In 2022, our partner schools were reporting higher levels of self-harm, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy and suicide attempts, than ever before. There was an urgent need to develop a shorter, focused intervention for adolescent girls. After consultations and focus groups with topic experts, SoHK SA created a 6-part evidence-based curriculum, which we have piloted with over 600 women and girls.

NxtGenWomxn: Results

Infographic showing how 6 DBT-based sessions lead to short and medium-term outcomes, resulting in improved emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Infographic titled "Since starting the NxtGenWomxn programme... I have learned:" featuring four circular progress charts: 74% for Emotional Awareness, 64% for Social Support, 66% for Emotional Hygiene, and 74% for Emotional First Aid.
A graphic featuring the number 93% in large teal text above the quote: "My relationship with myself has improved."
A graphic featuring the number 77% in large teal text above the quote: "My mental health has improved."

NxtGenWomxn: Delivery Areas

Outline map of South Africa titled "NxtGenWomxn: Delivery Areas." Logos mark delivery hubs in the Western Cape, Gauteng, and Mpumalanga.