Heal, Thrive And Flourish
Rhulani Foundation is a non profit organisation focusing on mental health care services and career development programmes to women and young people in rural and marginalised communities.
We promote psychological wellbeing and empower individuals through accessible mental health care services and career development programmes, helping them find purpose, and live triumphant lives.
"Mental disorders account for a significant portion of the burden of diseases in South Africa and worldwide. Poor mental health negatively affects not only individuals, but families, communities, societies as well as economies,” Dr S.M. Dhlomo -Deputy Minister of Health - SA
We believe that every young person and woman deserves access to mental health support and career development opportunities, no matter where they come from. Mental health care remains inaccessible in South Africa,
only 1 in every 100 people have the means to access mental health care services.
Unemployment rate remains the highest with young people affected the most.
We provide career developments programmes including career counselling and employability workshops - helping them discover their talents and potential; which empowers them to be economical active even outside the traditional workplace.
Our Key Focus Areas
Mental Health Workshops
Psychosocial Support
Coaching and Mentoring
Employability Programmes
Skills Training
Leadership Development
Career Advancement Programs
Community Outreach
The Exco Team
Rhulani Nkuna
Co-Founder - Executive Director
A registered Industrial Psychologist with extensive experience in corporate, NGO and lecturing at academic institutions.
Her passion is seeing people thrive and live fulfilling lives in all aspects of their lives.
A registered Industrial Psychologist with extensive experience in corporate, NGO and lecturing at academic institutions.
Her passion is seeing people thrive and live fulfilling lives in all aspects of their lives.
Rachel Khumalo
Co-Founder - Chief Financial Officer
An Accountant with seven years professional experience in financial management and business operations across various sectors. She is deeply committed to advancing mental health awareness and fostering people development, with a particular focus on women and youth empowerment
An Accountant with seven years professional experience in financial management and business operations across various sectors. She is deeply committed to advancing mental health awareness and fostering people development, with a particular focus on women and youth empowerment
Mkateko Baloyi
Co-Founder - Chief Programmes Officer
A pioneer woman in a male dominated field of Engineering: Rigging. She is popular for her expertise and hardwork in the field. She is also a seasoned Comrades Marathon runner, embodying endurance on the road and in her professional journey. She is passionate about mental health and career development for women and young people, and uses her leadership to drive advocacy and empowerment programmes in workplaces and communities alike.
A pioneer woman in a male dominated field of Engineering: Rigging. She is popular for her expertise and hardwork in the field. She is also a seasoned Comrades Marathon runner, embodying endurance on the road and in her professional journey. She is passionate about mental health and career development for women and young people, and uses her leadership to drive advocacy and empowerment programmes in workplaces and communities alike.
Our name “Rhulani” is of Xitsonga origin, meaning “Be at peace”
We believe that when people are at peace, it is easier to unfold their potential.
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Account Name: Rhulani Foundation
Bank: Standard Bank
Account Number: 10253297255
Branch: Johannesburg
Branch Code: 051001
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