Wellbeing and Development

Our Objective

Wellbeing and Development aims to create a network that provides a safe space for people on the move, helping them build self-reliance and resilience. We offer psychosocial support programmes, including mentorship, case management services, support groups, crisis help, and various soft skills activities. Our goal is to increase access to services and information for people who are refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants, promoting their integration into South African communities.

Focus Areas

Women’s Platform

Our Women’s Platform brings together women through training and development programmes.

Men’s Platform

The Men’s Personal Development Group aims to create a network of trust, support and growth. It provides a space for men to come together, identify and address the issues impacting their lives.

Welfare

Our team helps individuals get basic services like medical care, schooling, shelter, SASSA grants, and advice on returning to their home country. We also visit our most vulnerable clients at home. We provide direct support for emergencies and special situations.

Convo Club

Learn, grow and connect!

We aim to create a supportive and motivating environment where individuals can share and discuss topics that affect their daily lives. We cultivate confidence and self-esteem in the English language and foster positive networking. This course is open to everyone, men and women, new and old clients.

Duration: 1 month, twice a week.

Counselling

Individual and family counselling services are provided to nurture positive change in family relationships. They allow one to explore their feelings and thinking, resulting in better decision-making and informed choices.

Emotional Support Group

We provide a safe environment where clients with similar life difficulties share experiences. The space is utilized to share and learn from each other, improving coping skills and fostering healing, resilience and empowerment.

BROCHURE

DOWNLOAD

IMPACT REPORT 2025

DOWNLOAD

Volunteer with Scalabrini

Our volunteers come from all over the world and bring a diverse set of experiences, knowledge and abilities. They support every aspect of Scalabrini’s programmes, from English lessons and administrative support, to outreach and advocacy work.

FIND OUT MORE