The Character Company

The Character Company

Non-profit Organizations

Mogale City, Gauteng 446 followers

Raising boys to be Good Men

About us

“Probably one of the biggest failures of our time is that we have neglected to prepare our sons for their roles as the stewards of the dream for our rainbow nation”, says Jaco van Schalkwyk, The Character Company’s founder and Executive Director. “To turn the tide of violence, abuse and neglect we desperately need better role models, good men who are strong and courageous!” To help achieve a vision of raising good men with honourable values, our organisation works with key stakeholders to support selected boys from disadvantaged, single-parent homes, providing them with financial support and, importantly, a focused mentoring programme. This includes personalized interventions on a regular basis to prepare the child to play a positive role as an adult in society. Activities are structured, often in groups, to reinforce the individual’s sense that he is special and can have high expectations of himself. The ultimate goal is to grow boys of integrity who communicate effectively and are respectful, honest, self-disciplined, courageous, protective and committed. Armed with these characteristics as they enter high school they should be less likely to be susceptible to getting involved in irresponsible sexual activity, gangs, drugs and other destructive behaviour.

Website
http://www.thecharactercompany.co.za
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Mogale City, Gauteng
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2013
Specialties
Mentoring programs, Youth development / Character building, Educational support, and Donor relations / Fundraising

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Updates

  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? Consent isn’t complicated. Respect isn’t optional. Boys need to see men modelling respect for agency and consent in how we treat our partners, friends, colleagues and strangers. If men don’t teach respect and the recognition that women and girls have agency, who will? In learning to respect others, boys learn to respect themselves and have healthy boundaries. The Character Company is mentoring boys to make respect part of who they are. #TCCmentoring #16Days #respect #values #character #Against GBV

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  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? Bullying isn’t just a schoolyard problem – it’s rife in our communities, workplaces and homes. The school bully is just a reflection of what a child sees in the adult world around him. Bullying behaviour is at the root of gender-based violence. When you see bullying, do you step in or walk away? Real men call out bullying wherever it happens—whether it’s against women, kids, or other men. Because staying silent makes you part of the problem. The Character Company is mentoring boys to speak the truth, even when it’s tough. #TCCmentoring #16Days #StopBullying #AgainsGBV #values #character

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  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? We have an epidemic of absent fathers in South Africa and millions of boys don’t have a single positive male role model in their lives. This impacts on their capacity to form healthy male identities. South African men can help to change this through social fatherhood. Connect, and show the boys around us what it means to be a good man. The Character Company is mentoring fatherless boys, to help reduce gender-based violence. #TCCmentoring #16Days #absentfathers #values #character #againstsGBV

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  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? Boys are always watching the men around them, trying to figure out their gender identity. What are they learning from you? Respect, empathy, and honesty aren’t just empty words; they’re how real men live their lives. When boys see men doing what’s right -every day, without being told - it shapes the kind of men they’ll become. The Character Company is providing role models to end gender-based violence in South Africa. #TCCmentoring #16Days

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  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? Here’s a hard truth – every day, men take actions, that either helps end gender-based violence or fuels it. The way you talk about women and girls, the derogatory jokes you make or laugh at, the behaviour you ignore - it all matters. You can choose to challenge harmful attitudes and stereotypes instead of letting them slide. That’s how we start real change. The Character Company is mentoring fatherless boys to show them that real men have standards of decency, and good hearts. We need protectors not abusers. #TCCmentoring #16Days #AgainstGBV #boys #values #character

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  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? For too long, traditional masculinity has allowed men only one emotion– ANGER. They call this “strong”. But real strength isn’t about pretending not to feel and bottling up emotions. It hurts our boys when they are forced to suppress their feelings, and don’t have the basic words for every day, human emotions. It’s time for us men to create safe spaces and find the courage to be emotionally vulnerable and admit when we need help. This is the true strength that builds better men. The Character Company is helping boys to grow into men who understand emotions, navigate vulnerabilities and support each other. #TCCmentoring #16Days #masculinity #positive

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  • The Character Company is stepping up for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. What about you? Gender equality is on the table. What do men think they will lose if there is finally a level playing field? Think about it for a moment - imagine your daughter or granddaughter earning less for doing the same work as a male co-worker? Deep down, you know that’s unfair and unjust. It's time to do the right thing and be a champion of gender equality. The Character Company is mentoring boys to have the self-discipline to do what’s right, even when no one’s watching. #TCCmentoring #16Days #values #character #AgainstGBV

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  • The time is now! The Character Company online auction is now live! Join us to make a difference in the lives of troubled youths who have grown up without Fathers and support the incredible work of The Character Company. This auction is your chance to snag some amazing items and experiences at unbeatable prices. Be a part of the change, support The Character Company, and make your bid count. Auction closes on the 2nd of December 2024. Follow the below link to browse these amazing items and make your bid. https://lnkd.in/eNqXdHJt #TCC #AuctionForACause #MakeADifference

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  • Ready to join the fun? Here’s how to sign up for The Character Company Online Auction! Visit the Auction Site: https://lnkd.in/erjQgSeD Create an Account: Click on the "Sign Up" button and fill out the registration form with your details. Verify Your Email: Check your inbox for a verification email and follow the instructions to activate your account. Browse the Auction: https://lnkd.in/eNqXdHJt Start Bidding: Place your bids on your favorite items and keep track of them in your account! Don’t miss out on this chance to grab something special! Happy bidding! #OnlineAuction #SignUp #TheCharacterCompany

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