📍 South Africa
📞 +27 69 585 2354
📧 info@ckgprojects.org
🌐 https://ckgprojects.org
1. Introduction
CKG Mums with Special Needs is a South African non-profit initiative committed to empowering mothers raising children with disabilities and developmental challenges. Through holistic support, advocacy, and capacity-building, we help these mothers overcome isolation, access services, and become advocates for their children’s rights and inclusion.
This strategic plan provides a clear direction for the next three years, identifying key priorities, expected outcomes, and measurable indicators of success.
2. Vision Statement
A South Africa where mothers of children with special needs are supported, valued, and empowered to thrive—personally and as advocates for their families.
3. Mission Statement
To build inclusive, informed, and supportive communities by providing psychosocial support, training, and advocacy opportunities for mothers of children with disabilities across South Africa.
4. Core Values
- Empowerment: We equip mothers with the tools they need to succeed.
- Dignity: Every family deserves respect and access to equal opportunities.
- Inclusion: We advocate for equitable systems that include all abilities.
- Community: Peer support and shared experience are central to healing.
- Transparency: We commit to accountability in every aspect of our work.
5. Strategic Goals (2025–2028)
| Goal # | Strategic Goal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Expand community-based support groups across three provinces |
| 2 | Build internal capacity and governance to operate as a nationally registered NPO |
| 3 | Launch public education campaigns to reduce stigma around disabilities |
| 4 | Strengthen partnerships with schools, clinics, and government stakeholders |
| 5 | Secure diverse and sustainable funding sources |
6. Strategic Priorities & Objectives
🎯 Priority 1: Program Expansion
Objectives:
- Launch support groups in 9 new communities by end of 2026
- Translate program materials into isiZulu, isiXhosa, and Sesotho
- Train 15+ peer facilitators (preferably mothers with lived experience)
Outcomes:
- 300+ mothers actively engaged in support sessions
- Improved mental wellbeing and parenting confidence
🎯 Priority 2: Organisational Development
Objectives:
- Register as a national NPO by end of 2025
- Hire 3 full-time staff (Programme Coordinator, Admin, Outreach)
- Implement digital data collection for tracking and evaluation
Outcomes:
- Stronger internal systems
- Improved reporting for donors and partners
🎯 Priority 3: Advocacy & Awareness
Objectives:
- Run 3 disability inclusion campaigns per year (radio, print, social media)
- Host an annual “Mums & Abilities” community event starting 2026
- Train mothers as advocates to engage with local school governing bodies
Outcomes:
- Increased community awareness
- Greater inclusion of children with disabilities in schools and clinics
🎯 Priority 4: Partnerships & Sustainability
Objectives:
- Partner with 10+ schools, 5 clinics, and 3 municipalities by 2027
- Submit 12+ funding proposals to local and global donors
- Explore one income-generating initiative by 2028 (e.g., caregiver training)
Outcomes:
- Increased resources for programmes
- Enhanced reputation and national presence
7. Monitoring & Evaluation Framework
| KPI | Target by 2028 |
|---|---|
| Active mother participants | 500+ |
| Community support groups established | 15 |
| Peer facilitators trained | 20 |
| Partnerships with schools/clinics | 25 |
| Advocacy campaigns delivered | 9 (3 per year) |
| Staff employed full-time | 5 |
| Core funding sources secured | 5+ |
| Organisational NPO registration status | National (completed by 2025) |
8. Risk Management
| Risk | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|
| Burnout among facilitators | Regular supervision, self-care budget, flexible schedules |
| Funding delays or shortages | Build donor pipeline, maintain 6-month reserve |
| Low programme attendance in new areas | Pre-engagement with clinics, schools, and local leaders |
| Cultural resistance to disability inclusion | Work with respected community influencers and educators |
9. Budget Summary (2025–2028)
| Category | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programme Delivery | R150,000 | R220,000 | R260,000 | R630,000 |
| Staff & Administration | R180,000 | R240,000 | R300,000 | R720,000 |
| Training & Development | R50,000 | R60,000 | R70,000 | R180,000 |
| Advocacy & Campaigns | R40,000 | R60,000 | R80,000 | R180,000 |
| Monitoring & Evaluation | R20,000 | R30,000 | R40,000 | R90,000 |
| Total (Estimated) | R440,000 | R610,000 | R750,000 | R1,800,000 |
10. Conclusion
CKG Mums with Special Needs stands at the forefront of a movement to center the voices of mothers and challenge South Africa’s disability care and education landscape. With clear strategic goals, scalable programmes, and a growing network, we are poised to drive lasting change.
We invite funders, NGOs, public sector partners, and allies to work with us in building resilient, informed, and inclusive communities—one mother at a time.
📞 Contact
CKG Mums with Special Needs
📞 +27 69 585 2354
📧 info@ckgprojects.org
🌐 https://ckgprojects.org
📍 South Africa
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