Lorha Nakambe means "dream again" in Xitsonga, a South African language, and embodies an invitation to transform the ways we advance social change by organising differently to realise the justice, healing, liberation, and equity we long to see in the world.
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Join us in building a more just world
Philanthropic Systems Change
Research
Facilitation and Learning
Feminist Movement-Building
TEAM
Meet the Dreamers
Lorha Nakambe is a place of belonging for activists, creatives, leaders, and strategists committed to building new worlds through feminist systems change. The Dreamers are knowledgable in philanthropic systems change, transformative knowledge production, Gender-Based Violence, facilitation and learning, and feminist movement-building. Our work is inspired and informed by African Feminist praxis.
BONGIWE MAHLANGU
Associate
Dreamer
ELMA OORO
Associate
Dreamer
IRIS NXUMALO-DE SMIDT
Executive
Dreamer
YASMINA BENSLIMANE
Associate
Dreamer
JENNIFER CHINOYE AMADI
Associate
Dreamer
LUCKY KOBUGABE
Associate
Dreamer
Co-Dreamers
Co-Dreamers
Testimonials
"Iris and the team are a source of great patience, kindness, and experience. Working with Iris reminds me to lead with empathy. Lorha Nakambe is a team that you can trust, both in achieving your work plans together, and in ensuring a good relationship throughout the project."
Lauren Messina / COFEM
"Lorha Nakambe's team brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to empowering and advancing feminist initiatives in the global south. The team has consistently demonstrated a level of excellence that is truly commendable."
Lerato Mashianoke / Ford Foundation
"Iris truly encouraged everyone in the team to lead in their roles and grow. She extended this grace to all contributors of the programme, including volunteers and service providers. Her leadership style ensures that everyone has a voice. It was a pleasure to work with her."
Samantha Sibanda / Zanele Mbeki Fellowship