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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260219T141534Z
CREATED:20260219T141348Z
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UID:2949-1771891200-1772236799@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Administrators Development: Administrator Skills Block One Short Course (Head Office)
DESCRIPTION:This short course strengthens the role of union administrators by building a clear understanding of trade union values\, structures and office systems. It equips participants with practical skills in office management\, record-keeping\, data management and member support\, ensuring efficient and responsive union administration.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/administrators-development-administrator-skills-block-one-short-course-head-office/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260219T141455Z
CREATED:20260219T141455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T141455Z
UID:2951-1771891200-1772236799@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Train-the-Trainer (Free State)
DESCRIPTION:The Train-the-Trainer programme builds a pool of capable union educators by equipping participants with facilitation skills\, popular education methods and practical tools. The course strengthens the ability of unions to design\, deliver and evaluate their own worker education programmes sustainably.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/train-the-trainer-free-state/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260219T141651Z
CREATED:20260219T141651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T141651Z
UID:2954-1772409600-1772841599@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Occupational Qualification: Trade Unionist Qualification (SAQA ID 118790) Module 1: 111402-001-00-KM-01: History & Theories of Trade Union
DESCRIPTION:This module introduces participants to the historical development\, theories and traditions of trade unions within working-class struggles. It lays the political and ideological foundation for understanding trade union organisation\, solidarity and the broader labour movement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/occupational-qualification-trade-unionist-qualification-saqa-id-118790-module-1-111402-001-00-km-01-history-theories-of-trade-union/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260219T141735Z
CREATED:20260219T141735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T141735Z
UID:2956-1773100800-1773446399@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Administrators Development: Administrator Skills Block Two Short Course (Western Cape  office)
DESCRIPTION:Block Two deepens administrative capacity by strengthening communication\, coordination and organisational systems within unions. It reinforces the administrator’s role in supporting leadership\, ensuring effective member service and contributing to organisational efficiency.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/administrators-development-administrator-skills-block-two-short-course-western-cape-office/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20260219T141830Z
CREATED:20260219T141830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T141830Z
UID:2958-1773964800-1774051199@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Joint Siyakhuluma Seminar
DESCRIPTION:A collaborative seminar hosted jointly by DITSELA’s Head Office and Western Cape Office\, bringing participants together for critical dialogue on current political and labour issues from a working-class perspective.\nA participation link will be shared in advance to enable broader engagement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/joint-siyakhuluma-seminar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTSTAMP:20260219T141938Z
CREATED:20260219T141938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T141938Z
UID:2960-1774310400-1774396799@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Needs Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Limpopo (Tzaneen); Mpumalanga (Gert Nsibande); Northern Cape (Kuruman)\n\nThe Needs Analysis phase involves participatory engagement with unions and activists to identify provincial education priorities\, capacity gaps and strategic interventions required to strengthen union work. Outcomes inform the Provincial Schools and training plans. A participation link will be shared in advance to enable broader engagement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/needs-analysis/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260219T142225Z
CREATED:20260219T142225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T142225Z
UID:2962-1776038400-1776470399@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Occupational Qualification: Trade Unionist Qualification (SAQA ID 118790) Module 2: 111402-001-00-KM-02: Trade Union Organization
DESCRIPTION:This module focuses on building and strengthening trade union structures\, recruitment strategies and organisational systems. It equips participants with knowledge and tools to enhance union effectiveness and membership participation.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/occupational-qualification-trade-unionist-qualification-saqa-id-118790-module-2-111402-001-00-km-02-trade-union-organization/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260219T142304Z
CREATED:20260219T142304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T142304Z
UID:2964-1776124800-1776470399@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Train-the-Trainer (Western Cape: South Coast (Karoo))
DESCRIPTION:This phase develops facilitation and curriculum design skills\, enabling educators to independently deliver impactful worker education programmes within their provinces.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/train-the-trainer-western-cape-south-coast-karoo/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260219T142406Z
CREATED:20260219T142406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T142406Z
UID:2966-1776124800-1776470399@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Peer-Education-Programme (PEP) (Eastern Cape)
DESCRIPTION:The PEP supports trained educators to implement peer-led education within unions and communities. It promotes mentorship\, knowledge sharing and the cascading of skills to strengthen grassroots structures.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/peer-education-programme-pep-eastern-cape/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260219T142503Z
CREATED:20260219T142503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T142503Z
UID:2968-1778457600-1778803199@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Provincial School: Limpopo School
DESCRIPTION:Provincial Schools provide structured education programmes based on the outcomes of the Needs Analysis. They focus on building core trade union knowledge\, political understanding and organisational skills while strengthening solidarity and collective learning.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/provincial-school-limpopo-school/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260219T142621Z
CREATED:20260219T142621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T142621Z
UID:2970-1778544000-1778889599@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Labour Law: Arbitration (Western Cape)
DESCRIPTION:This short course equips trade unionists with practical skills to represent workers effectively in arbitration processes. It strengthens understanding of dispute resolution under the Labour Relations Act and builds confidence in case preparation and presentation.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/labour-law-arbitration-western-cape/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTSTAMP:20260219T143056Z
CREATED:20260219T143001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T143056Z
UID:2972-1779321600-1779407999@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Trade Unionist Practice Qualification Graduation (2023/24)
DESCRIPTION:The graduation ceremony recognises participants who have successfully completed the Trade Union Practice Qualification\, celebrating their achievement and contribution to strengthening the labour movement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/trade-unionist-practice-qualification-graduation-2023-24/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260224T130209Z
CREATED:20260224T130209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T130209Z
UID:2975-1779667200-1780099199@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Occupational Qualification: Trade Unionist Qualification (SAQA ID 118790) Module 3: 111402-01-00-KM-03: Fundamentals of Labour Law for Trade Unions:
DESCRIPTION:This module builds understanding of labour legislation\, workers’ rights and legal processes. It equips trade unionists to apply the law strategically and effectively in defence of members.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/occupational-qualification-trade-unionist-qualification-saqa-id-118790-module-3-111402-01-00-km-03-fundamentals-of-labour-law-for-trade-unions/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260224T130311Z
CREATED:20260224T130311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T130311Z
UID:2977-1780531200-1780617599@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Needs Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Western Cape\nThe Needs Analysis phase involves participatory engagement with unions and activists to identify provincial education priorities\, capacity gaps and strategic interventions required to strengthen union work. Outcomes inform the Provincial Schools and training plans.\nA participation link will be shared in advance to enable broader engagement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/needs-analysis-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260224T130402Z
CREATED:20260224T130402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T130402Z
UID:2979-1781222400-1781308799@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Siyakhuluma Seminar (Western Cape)
DESCRIPTION:A regional platform for critical debate and reflection on contemporary labour and political issues from a working-class perspective.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/siyakhuluma-seminar-western-cape/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260224T130603Z
CREATED:20260224T130603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T130603Z
UID:2981-1782086400-1782518399@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Labour Law Accredited Skills Programme (Western Cape)
DESCRIPTION:An accredited 20-credit skills programme that strengthens participants’ understanding of labour law\, occupational health and safety legislation\, and dispute resolution processes. It equips trade unionists to apply the law based on facts and balance of probabilities.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/labour-law-accredited-skills-programme-western-cape/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260224T130648Z
CREATED:20260224T130648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T130648Z
UID:2984-1783296000-1783727999@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Occupational Qualification: Trade Unionist Qualification (SAQA ID 118790) Module 4: 111402-01-00-KM-04: Fundamentals of Economics for Trade Unions
DESCRIPTION:This module introduces key economic concepts affecting workers and trade unions. It strengthens the ability of unionists to analyse economic systems and engage in informed policy and bargaining processes.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/occupational-qualification-trade-unionist-qualification-saqa-id-118790-module-4-111402-01-00-km-04-fundamentals-of-economics-for-trade-unions/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260224T130735Z
CREATED:20260224T130735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T130735Z
UID:2986-1784246400-1784332799@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:National Siyakhuluma Seminar
DESCRIPTION:A national dialogue platform promoting debate\, scholarship and engagement on current working-class struggles and global developments.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/national-siyakhuluma-seminar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260720T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260224T131424Z
CREATED:20260224T131424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T131424Z
UID:2990-1784534400-1784912400@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Peer-Education-Programme (PEP) (Western Cape; Boland)
DESCRIPTION:These programmes support peer-led learning initiatives to ensure knowledge and skills are embedded and sustained within union structures.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/peer-education-programme-pep-western-cape-boland/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260224T131126Z
CREATED:20260224T131126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T131126Z
UID:2988-1784592000-1784851199@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Provincial School: Mpumalanga School
DESCRIPTION:A structured provincial education programme aimed at strengthening union capacity\, solidarity and organisational effectiveness.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/provincial-school-mpumalanga-school/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260224T131530Z
CREATED:20260224T131530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T131530Z
UID:2992-1785110400-1785542399@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Peer-Education-Programme (PEP) (Upington)
DESCRIPTION:These programmes support peer-led learning initiatives to ensure knowledge and skills are embedded and sustained within union structures.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/peer-education-programme-pep-upington/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260804T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260224T133712Z
CREATED:20260224T131647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T133712Z
UID:2994-1785830400-1786122000@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Train-the-Trainer (North West)
DESCRIPTION:Develops facilitation competence and popular education methodologies to strengthen provincial educator capacity.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/train-the-trainer-north-west/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260817T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260224T140849Z
CREATED:20260224T140849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T140849Z
UID:2997-1786953600-1787331600@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Occupational Qualification: Trade Unionist Qualification (SAQA ID 118790) Module 5: 111402-01-00-KM-05: Basic Principles of Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:This module builds foundational financial management knowledge relevant to trade union administration\, accountability and governance.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/occupational-qualification-trade-unionist-qualification-saqa-id-118790-module-5-111402-01-00-km-05-basic-principles-of-financial-management/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260224T141753Z
CREATED:20260224T141753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T141753Z
UID:2999-1789344000-1789689599@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:• Provincial School: Western Cape School (West Coast)
DESCRIPTION:Strengthens provincial organisational capacity through structured trade union education and collective learning.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/provincial-school-western-cape-school-west-coast/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260224T141840Z
CREATED:20260224T141840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T141840Z
UID:3001-1789603200-1789689599@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Siyakhuluma Seminar (Western Cape)
DESCRIPTION:Encourages critical dialogue and engagement on contemporary labour and political issues.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/siyakhuluma-seminar-western-cape-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTSTAMP:20260224T142000Z
CREATED:20260224T142000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142000Z
UID:3003-1790640000-1790985599@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Train-the-Trainer: KZN
DESCRIPTION:Builds a sustainable base of skilled worker educators within KwaZulu-Natal.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/train-the-trainer-kzn/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260224T142129Z
CREATED:20260224T142053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142129Z
UID:3006-1791763200-1792195199@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Peer-Education-Programme (PEP) (Tshwane)
DESCRIPTION:Promotes peer-led education initiatives to strengthen grassroots union education.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/peer-education-programme-pep-tshwane/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260224T142253Z
CREATED:20260224T142253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142253Z
UID:3009-1792108800-1792195199@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:National Siyakhuluma Seminar
DESCRIPTION:A national platform for reflection\, debate and intellectual engagement within the labour movement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/national-siyakhuluma-seminar-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTSTAMP:20260224T142333Z
CREATED:20260224T142333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142333Z
UID:3011-1792972800-1793404799@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:• Educator Skills Short Course (Western Cape)
DESCRIPTION:This course develops facilitation skills\, participatory methods and curriculum design techniques for effective workers’ education delivery.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/educator-skills-short-course-western-cape/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261128
DTSTAMP:20260224T142439Z
CREATED:20260224T142425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T142439Z
UID:3013-1795651200-1795823999@ditsela.org.za
SUMMARY:Educators Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Educators Conference provides a strategic platform for reflection\, knowledge-sharing and engagement within the workers’ education movement. In 2026\, it also marks DITSELA’s 30-year anniversary\, celebrating three decades of advancing workers’ education and reaffirming commitment to a strong\, democratic and transformative labour movement.
URL:https://ditsela.org.za/event/educators-conference-2/
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