About IMF
Our Story
I Matter Foundation (IMF) was just an idea in 2014 that came into existence in September 2016; the main goal of the foundation is to raise awareness about learning disabilities, barriers, and difficulties, and support those who have learning disabilities to cope better and have equal education and opportunities as other learners.
I Matter!!! Foundation (IMF) is a Non-Profit Organization (NPO) that offers and provides support to children with special needs and their parents. We offer afternoon and holiday activities to children and teenagers, as well as various practical training and educational programs to address learning disabilities. We also offer a 6 months Rehabilitation program for learners who are not coping but can overcome. We also support parents by educating them and offering support groups. Through our community care giving (Champion of Change) program we can support and monitor the progress of our beneficiaries. Read more…
Vision
Overcome learning disabilities, barriers and difficulties through continuous support and building long lasting relationships with our beneficiaries, communities and donors.
Mission
We are committed to working together with communities in the provision of high quality education and ensuring that communities are educated about learning disabilities and ways of dealing and supporting learners and adults with disabilities, by respectfully and nurturing initiatives which promote integrated development.
Values
We are committed to these values in all our programs
- Confidentiality
- Respect
- Professionalism
- Non-judgmental attitude
- Honesty & truthfulness
- Commitment
IMF Objectives
To raise awareness and to educate people about learning disabilities, in children and adults and encourage active community involvement regarding the care of learners with learning disabilities through an integrated and holistic approach to their development needs. To work towards establishing continuity between learning that happens in school and learning at home, and to develop a healthy relationship between parents and the school. To address the challenges and social issues faced by learners with learning disabilities so that they will also be included and accommodated in the education system.
Our Team
Nomasonto Sokhela
Former teacher who holds an Honors Degree in Learner support and currently pursuing a master’s degree in Learner support (inclusive education) through the University of South Wales. Read more…
Fundile Ndlanzi
Assistant coordinator of the program holds a Bachelor of Psychology degree and is registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Registered Counsellor.
Nomonde Jumba
Degree in Occupational Therapy, registered as an Occupational Therapist with the HPCSA, and works with IMF on a part-time basis to assist with creating fun learning activities for children with learning disorders.
Simangaliso Nxumalo
Retired qualified educator with an Advanced Diploma in Mathematical Literacy and has more than 35 years teaching experience.
Ayanda Mbhele
Professional counsellor and a spiritual leader who is qualified with a Theology diploma, he is doing amazing work with the Man Stand Up program which is much needed addressing issues dealt by boys in schools.
Fikile Stober
Qualified retired health professional who has many years of experience in the running of the School Health Program while she was working for the Department of Health.
Lungelo Maphalala
Psychological counsellors in our Life skills and counselling program. She is having a degree in Social studies from the University of KwaZulu Natal.
Noxolo Langa
Qualified educator, who has Degree in education and has been teaching Life Orientation specializing in Subject selection and Career guidance.