August marks Women’s Month, a time to celebrate the strength, resilience and unwavering spirit of women across South Africa and beyond. Through its ongoing RADA Inspire campaign, RADA encourages society to recognise and appreciate the women who shape our lives, including mothers, daughters, sisters, colleagues and friends, each with a unique story that deserves to be heard and celebrated.
Each woman’s journey is marked by moments of fortitude, growth and determination. These experiences help define her identity and have the power to inspire those around her. RADA encourages all women to honour their uniqueness and share their stories with confidence and pride.
Women are often the silent force behind the scenes, balancing careers, families and community responsibilities while being emotional and spiritual anchors to those around them. This August, let us go beyond appreciation by actively supporting the women around us. Take time to truly listen, offer encouragement and create safe, respectful spaces where their voices can be heard. Let empathy, kindness and love guide our interactions, empowering women to speak, grow and thrive.
RADA remains deeply committed to empowering young women through the RADA MiPad Project, which provides sustainable, reusable sanitary pad packs to schoolgirls in vulnerable communities. To date, with the generous support of sponsors, over 35,406 MiPads been distributed giving girls the opportunity to attend school consistently, restore their self-esteem and ultimately complete their education. With each MiPad pack lasting up to five years, this initiative does more than meet a basic need, it unlocks potential, fosters equality and helps girls dream bigger for their futures. Research has shown that menstruation-related absenteeism can cause girls to miss up to five days of school each month. RADA is changing that reality, one girl at a time.
This Women’s Month, stand up, speak out and celebrate the women who inspire you, from trailblazers who have shaped history to the everyday heroes who uplift your life. Let’s continue building a world where women feel seen, heard, safe and supported.
To every remarkable woman reading this, remember to care for yourself as wholeheartedly as you care for others. Nurturing your physical, mental and emotional health is not only vital for your own strength but also enriches the lives of those you touch every day.
Be the Way …Be the Change …One Day at a Time.
