Her love for children motivates Joulanda Mocke to give back to the community. This shepherd, facilitator trainer and tax-compliance officer at Salt and Light Kids is also a financial manager at Gordian Fence SA (Pty) Ltd. Through Salt and Light Kids, Mocke has the opportunity to teach the gospel of Christ to the young boys of Paarl Boys’ Primary. “Knowing I’m making a difference in the boys’ lives is a joy I cannot describe,” she says. “Teaching them the Word of God is an honour.” According to Mocke, it was when she accepted herself that she could help and serve others. “Believe in yourself and realise your worth

Each year, Valcare coordinates the Proteas of the Valley Women’s Month campaign to honour and celebrate remarkable women in the Cape Winelands. These are women who, like the protea, flourish and flower despite difficult conditions. From the nominations received an independent committee selected 15 women who are making a great difference in their communities. Paarl Post will share their stories throughout August. Read here about the next five women and their stories.

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