making a difference

Diaries of a THINK Intern

Making a Difference Through Ethical Communications At university, for years, I had been learning the importance of using communication to make an ethically driven impact. However, it is one thing to read and learn about this, in comparison to actually doing it. At THINK, in the span of weeks of starting my internship, I learned the reality of it. From the get-go, I had been taught the real-life possibilities and responsibilities of communication. As a German student who studied International Communication Management in The Netherlands and South Korea, I was excited about the opportunity to learn about a new culture - [...]

A Collage of Community Impact

In the last quarter, THINK South Africa showcased their steadfast commitment to community health and empowerment through strategic partnerships and impactful interventions, paving the way for transformative changes in public health. These initiatives were part of a broader series of events held across the country. Mpola Clinic TB Awareness Event: April 7At Mpola Clinic in the eThekwini District, THINK hosted a TB awareness event focusing on research participation. Nearly 100 community members engaged with topics – including HIV/AIDS, nutrition, and youth-friendly health services. Formation of TB Alliance NC009 Community Advisory Board: April 19In Hillcrest, Durban, THINK established a Community Advisory Board [...]

Knowledge is Power

THINK Ambition Statement Elucidated THINK and Deloitte have joined forces to accelerate progress and implement forward-thinking strategies through the decision optimiser process. This process will enhance resilience and readiness for the future in all THINK initiatives. This exciting partnership will boost THINK's efficiencies by optimising decision-making processes and maintaining a leading edge in the NGO sector. THINK's Ambition "Our ambition is to create a future where no life is cut short by curable diseases by the year 2040. We firmly believe that health is a fundamental human right, not a privilege determined by socio-economic status. Driven by a vision where [...]

Thank You, Fellow THINKers

Meet our beautiful Ziningi Ntsele, who honours THINK values daily and appreciates, respects and cares for her colleagues. Hi everyone, my name is Ningi! When I came to join THINK at Hilton in 2019, I was so excited to become part of this organisation. My new colleagues, especially Ayanda Magoso and Deborah Nzama, really made me feel at home from day one. It was so wonderful to be part of the team, and although we were still only a few back then, the team very quickly grew bigger – and we are still upholding the values of our organisation today.  I [...]

Copenhagen’s Summer Interns

Let’s learn a bit more about our two new summer interns at the THINK Denmark office! Hi! My name is Mikkel Schlosser, and I'm excited to be working as the new HR intern at THINK for the summer! I've got a Bachelor's degree in International Business in Asia, and a Master's in Diversity & Change Management, both from CBS.  I've been to Japan numerous times and have spent about a year there in total, travelling and studying. If you ever plan on going, feel free to reach out for tips and recommendations! Previously, I've worked in HR at Mikkeller (good beer, [...]

The Accelerate 2 Project Forges Ahead

The USAID-funded Accelerate 2 TB project team converged in Centurion recently, for their inaugural quarterly review meeting, to get an overview of the Accelerate 2 project – discussing the work plan, expectations, organogram, and the project’s technical approach. In attendance were THINKers from our National Office, the provinces of Free State and Limpopo, and the districts of Vhembe, Sekhukhune, Fezile Dabi, and Mangaung. The team convened to assess progress, strategise for enhanced efficiencies, prioritise tasks, and plan the next steps on agreed work plan activities. In the words of Dr Chipo Mutambo, Deputy Chief of Party; “The USAID Accelerate TB [...]

Engaging and Educating the Community: World TB Day awareness

Compiled by Shrivani Padayachee and Suraksha Chirunt THINKers from the Clinical Trial Unit (CTU) in Hillcrest, South Africa, have been visiting and building relationships with Department of Health facilities as part of the TB ALLIANCE NC-009 trial-related activities. The team was therefore invited to attend two World TB Day events in March, where they were given the opportunity to speak about clinical research and the NC009 trial – as the site is actively recruiting participants with drug-sensitive TB from the community. The first team of THINKers attended an event at Wyebank clinic on March 25. Clinic patients appreciated the informative presentations [...]

A Crucial Step for the TB Alliance NC-009 Study

By Gcina Nhleko THINK’s Strategic Partnerships and Community Health Systems Strengthening department recently convened a meeting attended by members representing the leadership of various community groups – Traditional, Religious, Civil Society – and the Department of Health. The meeting's purpose was to harness community relations and to give a broader outline of the TB Alliance NC-OO9 study and trials imperatives THINK is currently conducting. NC-009 is a pan-Phase 2 clinical trial incorporating Phase 2a, b, and c elements. NC-009 aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a combination of TBAJ-876, pretomanid, and linezolid for its potential to shorten and [...]

Reflections: World TB Day Event in Denmark

World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, observed annually on March 24th, holds significant importance in the global health calendar, serving as a vital opportunity to raise public awareness about tuberculosis, a potentially deadly infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs. At the “Unpacking Tuberculosis: A Global Issue” event, THINK Denmark brought together influential voices to discuss tackling TB and its cross-cutting issues. Our esteemed panel, featuring experts Rikke Nagell from AIDS-Foundation, Dr. Troels Lillebæk from University of Copenhagen and Statens Serum Institute (SSI), and Michael Aastrup Jensen from Folketinget, shed light on the urgent need for collaborative global action. Today, the significance of [...]

Finance Induction a Resounding Success

The recent and very successful Finance Induction, at the THINK HQ in Hillcrest, was an opportunity for new THINKers from various districts to meet with the rest of their colleagues. The purpose of the induction was to explain THINK’s processes, policies, and systems, and to make the recruits feel part of the team – and left with a feeling of knowing that they can reach out at any time. “We have recruited a good contingent, and I’m looking forward to the team working towards THINK’s goals by leveraging THINK’s values,” said our Head of Finance & Operations, Kirsty Woolley. Positive feedback [...]

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