Scholarship of Engagement Virtual Colloquium (2026)

Day 1 (30 Sept): Critical Approaches to Participation, Voice, and Representation

Exploring participation, voice, representation, and methodologies that centre community knowledge, foster co-creation, and strengthen the translation of knowledge into meaningful social impact.

Day 1 Speakers:

• Prof. Marichen van der Westhuizen, Head of the Department of Social Service Professions, University of the Western Cape.

• Prof. Puleng Segalo, Chief Albert Luthuli Research Chair at the University of South Africa.

• Tshisimani Centre for Activist Education: Siviwe Madoda and Janine Lange

Day 2 (1 Oct): Community Engagement in Practice: Challenges, Innovations, and Possibilities.

Examining experiences, partnerships, and innovative practices that translate knowledge into action and strengthen the societal impact of engaged scholarship.

Day 2 Speakers:

• Prof. Busisiwe Nkonki-Mandleni, Director of Community Engagement and Development at Mangosuthu University of Technology.

• Dr. Kanya Padayachee (UFS), Research Fellow, Centre for Gender and Africa Studies, University of the Free State.

• Her Voice Women’s Empowerment Organisation: Ayanda Nyoka and Charisma Mdunyelwa

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