Page 19 - SAMRC Annual Report 2023-24

GENERAL INFORMATION

of Enneagram workshops, especially for teams.
Anecdotally, managers’ report a marked increase
in understanding and empathy within teams, and a
decline in conflict, following Enneagram experiences.

Culture and Relationships
Over the past year the SAMRC’s Human Resources
department, with support from the Transformation
Office, has facilitated a programme of lunchtime
webinars to improve personal capacities, increase
self-awareness, strengthen inclusion and amplify
harmony within teams. The webinars are popular
and topics in 2023/24 have included:

• The power of presence and listening
• Emotional intelligence
• Constructive feedback
• Agility and adaptability
• Building resilience
• Individual development planning
• The process of reflection
• Cultivating self-awareness

Support for Special Groups
We have also started special interventions to support Transformation
specific groups as they join and leave the SAMRC.
Our Newcomers Network is targeted at employees conversations...
who have joined the organisation over the past
six months. Our meetings provide opportunities Let’s reach for our full
for networking and guidance as new employees potential
navigate our oftentimes complex organisation.
For those who are retiring in the coming year, the
“Sunset Crew” is a discussion forum that provides
support as employees transition to post-retirement
life. Currently, the focus is on financial planning, but
expansion to other topics of relevance is expected
in the coming months.

Employee Mental Health
With mental health being a growing concern in
South Africa, we initiated a campaign to raise
awareness of the wellness services provided to
SAMRC employees, and encourage those who
may be experiencing anxiety, depression and other
concerns, to reach out to our Wellness Programme.

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