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  • Myths and facts about gender-based violence

    Posted on October 23, 2017

    The prevalence of violence against people based on gender in South Africa is unprecedented. According to South Africa’s 2016 Demographic and Health Survey, one in five women older than 18 has been victim to physical violence.

  • Queer Spaces will change things at UP

    Posted on August 28, 2017

    David Ikpo writes about the creation of queer spaces at the University as part of the #SpeakOutUP campaign, which aims to encourage a non-sexist, non-discriminatory, working, living and study environment for UP staff and students.

  • Gaining confidence for job interviews

    Posted on August 21, 2017

    Employers are looking for qualities in their new hires that are seldom listed in the job advert. In a nutshell, they want to meet people who are self-directed and responsible. How will you demonstrate these skills during the interview?

  • Get ready for work – because your success matters

    Posted on April 11, 2017

    A degree is no longer enough to guarantee you employment or a satisfying career. To this end, the UP Career Services Office and Enterprises UP have launched a ready-for-work initiative.

  • Making today matter - creating a better tomorrow

    Posted on August 26, 2015

    ‘Imagine the progress that would be made if all disciplines worked together to tackle environmental issues.’ This is the dream of Jasmine Jacob of the University of Pretoria's Greenline Student Society.

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