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The true value of Volunteer Food Handlers

Four years ago, our group of Volunteer Food Handlers in Gauteng had no collective voice in discussions about their work under the NSNP. In 2024, they advocated for decent work, built allies, and secured real wins. This is their story.

8 months ago

Women’s Day through the eyes of Volunteer Food Handlers

by Nelly Nyagah care work / gender equality / National School Nutrition Programme / precarious employment / volunteer food handlers / women's month

The undervaluation of care work is used to justify precarious employment for women workers in the National School Nutrition Programme.

8 months ago

Unlocking the true value of women’s work in school nutrition

by Matshidiso Lencoasa and Nina Benjamin care work / gender equity / National School Nutrition Programme / precarious employment / UIF benefits / volunteer food handlers / women's month

Recognising the work of the women who feed the learners in our communities is a powerful starting point in valuing care work in society.

11 months ago

Valuing care work: What are the prospects for women in the National School Nutrition Programme?

by Nina Benjamin care economy / care work / National School Nutrition Programme / precarious work / volunteer food handlers

Recognising Volunteer Food Handlers as deserving of decent work is an important starting point for establishing a society that truly values care work.

1 year ago