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The Challenge of Literacy in South African Primary Education

07 March 2024 Venue: Workshop17, V&A Waterfront Partner: Oxford University Press Southern Africa (OUPSA) As part of the 2024 Critical Dialogue series, Cornerstone Institute partnered with OUPSA to address one of South Africaโ€™s most urgent educational challenges: early literacy in primary schools. Click to Watch the full dialogue This dynamic session explored: The root causes […]

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Critical Dialogues | Strengthening the Role of the Private Higher Education Sector for Youth Development

On June 26, Cornerstone Institute hosted a critical dialogue on Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education for All: Strengthening the Role of the Private Higher Education Sector for Youth Development. This event brought together experts and leaders from the private higher education (PHE) sector to discuss the industry’s challenges and opportunities.The panel included:Dr. Marianne Louw, Executive

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Critical Dialogue: Khoisan Identity & Recognition in Post-Apartheid South Africa

On 6 May 2025, Cornerstone Institute, in partnership with the Camissa Museum, hosted a powerful Critical Dialogue at the historic Castle of Good Hope: โ€œIndigenous or Traditional Recognition?: Khoisan Identity, Recognition and Its Implications in Post-Apartheid South Africa.โ€ The event brought together a distinguished panel of voices:Prof. Nigel Penn โ€“ Historian & academicPatric Tariq Mellet

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Book Launch: The Perversity of Gratitude โ€“ An Apartheid Education

Date: 23 September 2024Format: Online DialogueSpeakers: Prof. Grant Farred & Prof. Crain SoudienIn this intellectually rich session, author Prof. Grant Farred explored the central themes of his latest work, The Perversity of Gratitude, in conversation with renowned educationist Prof. Crain Soudien.The dialogue unpacked:The paradox of expressing gratitude for education under apartheidThe intellectual and emotional legacy

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Join Us for an Afternoon of Connection, Conversation & Community

Join Us for an Afternoon of Connection, Conversation & Community Are you a current student, prospective applicant, or just curious about studying with Cornerstone Institute? The KZN Regional Connect 2025 is your chance to experience our supportive student community up close.Organised by the Student Development & Support (SDS) team, this regional engagement invites you to

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Constructive Theology as part of the Narrative of Theological Studies at CI

Constructive Theology as part of the Narrative of Theological Studies at CI The curriculum designs of local and global Theology and Ethical studies at various academic institutions and seminaries tell unique stories.ย  At a closer look, these stories carry deep theoretical choices embedded in matters such as academic discourses, contextual nuances, different methodological approaches, beliefs,

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Newsletter

Welcome to Cornerstone Institute Newsletter! We are excited to share the latest edition, filled with stories that showcase our commitment to education, innovation, and community impact.We hope you find this edition both informative and motivating as we continue to foster an inclusive, transformative learning environment.Thank you for being an integral part of the Cornerstone Institute

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From Volunteering to Profession: The Importance of Professional Community Development

From Volunteering to Profession: The Importance of Professional Community Development Historically, community development was synonymous with volunteerism. It was a heartfelt endeavor driven by individuals who wanted to bring about change in their communities.But in recent years, a shift has occurred in South Africa, transforming community development into a recognised profession. No longer is it

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