The Deep South of Cape Town, South Africa

Where we are coming alongside

The Deep South of Cape Town, South Africa

Upside does not discriminate on any basis but we do have a direct commitment to areas of historical injustice, such as;

  • Fish Hoek
  • Masiphumelele
  • Ocean View
  • Red Hill
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Programmes

What We Do?

Emotional Health Counselling Training – ALONGside Programme

UPside offers free emotional health counselling services to the community. We provide an integrated, safe, non-judgemental and client-centred approach to coming alongside people to hear their stories and help change…More DetailsEmotional Health Counselling Training – ALONGside Programme

Education – ONside Programme

ONside focuses on the start and end of a child’s educational journey. We have two objectives for ONside: First 1500 Days: Implement a model training preschool to provide practical professional…More DetailsEducation – ONside Programme

Employability – IRONside Programme

IRONside assists people with issues related to employability. The purpose of good mental health and a good education is for a person to be a productive community member. IRONside will…More DetailsEmployability – IRONside Programme

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How you can get involved

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Nr of Trained Counsellors

4

Nr of Counselling Venues

~1200

Nr of Appointments

~R450 000

Value of Hours Donated

Our counselling in numbers

Numbers never tell the whole story, but they can give you an objective sense of the impact that UPside is striving to make in our community.

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Latest News

Our Insights & Articles

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2024 in Review and Looking Forward to 2025

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As we wrap up another meaningful year, it’s heartening to reflect on the growth and impact Upside Community Services has had in 2024. This year, our flagship program, ALONGside, provided…More Details2024 in Review and Looking Forward to 2025…More Details2024 in Review and Looking Forward to 2025

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South Africa’s Unemployment Crisis: A Looming Threat of Social Unrest?

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High Unemployment Rate South Africa is facing a major challenge with its unemployment rate. The article discusses the high unemployment rate and its impact on the youth. With an official…More DetailsSouth Africa’s Unemployment Crisis: A Looming Threat of Social Unrest?

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MENTAL HEALTH SONA 2023 HIGHLIGHTS URGENT NEED FOR MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES 

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UPSIDE MEDIA RELEASE Cape Town, 10 October 2023: A recent mental health seminar highlighted the urgency for mental health resources for Cape Town communities ahead of World Mental Health Day.  …More DetailsMENTAL HEALTH SONA 2023 HIGHLIGHTS URGENT NEED FOR MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES