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Oct 9, 2024 / Civil society partnerships, Reflections

Southern Africa Diverse Community of Lesbian, Bisexual and Queer Women

Inclusive and Affirming Ministries holds strongly that for social transformation to occur, partnering with different organisations and community partners are important. Working together allows for meaningful impact to be achieved, whilst supporting each other and learning from each other.

Sep 27, 2024 / Statements

Statement from Inclusive and Affirming Ministries (IAM) on the Provincial Synod’s Decision Regarding Same-Sex Blessings and Civil Union Prayers – 27 September 2024

We at Inclusive and Affirming Ministries (IAM) are deeply disappointed by the Provincial Synod's decision to reject the proposal to allow bishops to approve the blessing of couples in same-sex unions in parishes that welcome this ministry.

Jul 24, 2024 / Statements

Inclusive and Affirming Ministries Statement of Belief

Inclusive and Affirming Ministries was founded in 1995 on the principle that the South African struggle for liberation sought not only racial liberation but a holistic approach to justice in which all people, particularly oppressed minorities, would enjoy the fullness of the dignity and rights afforded to them in a democracy. As a result over the years, we draw on intersectionality as an integral approach informing our activism, advocacy and overall praxis.

Jul 12, 2024 / Reflections

“this might save someone’s life”: A reflection on our time with seminarians at the Seth Mokitimi Methodist Seminary

“this might save someone's life”: A reflection on our time with seminarians at the Seth Mokitimi Methodist Seminary

May 15, 2024 / Reflections

CSE Round Table Engagement

On Friday, 26 April 2024, IAM convened an Education Round Table engagement focusing on the intersectionality of Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) and enabling teaching environments for learners with special needs, in the context of diverse gender and sexual identities.

Apr 30, 2024 / Academic partnerships, Reflections

Learning to see differently – Knowledge Production Incubator with University of KwaZulu-Natal

During April, IAM held our annual workshop with Master students in the Gender, Health, and Religion programme at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. This incubator aims to create a space for critical, embodied reflection around the complexity and intersectionality of gender, sexuality, and religion. The workshop empowers participants to engage creatively with diversity regarding SOGIESC (sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics).

Apr 9, 2024 / Statements

Statement on the passing of Ms. Vandy Fourie

The staff and board of Inclusive and Affirming Ministries note with sadness the passing and tragic murder of one of the organisation’s board members, Ms. Vandy Fourie.

Mar 25, 2024 / Academic partnerships, Reflections

“Claiming Space” at Stellenbosch University

IAM once again bore witness to how transformational a constructive, intentional engagement with ‘space’ can be during our annual engagement with the Gender Unit Conference and the Master of Divinity Students at the Faculty of Theology, Stellenbosch University.

Feb 15, 2024 / Reflections

“My body is my best advocacy.” Faith Leaders witness to integrating faith, identity, and calling.

On Monday 12 February IAM celebrated an intimate evening of storytelling at Suzies Coffee Shop in Kuils River to mark Pride Month in Cape Town. Our “Queer Expresssions” event brought together clergy and other faith leaders to share personal narratives, while friends and family of IAM, new and old, were invited to listen and engage.