About Us

Our Mission

A Stellenbosch community
that works together for the common good

About Us

The Stellenbosch Civil Advocacy Network (SCAN) is a member organisation of various civil society organisations, local government, business and academia working in the socio-economic development field. SCAN’s mission is to encourage collaboration amongst civil society with the aim of serving an inter-sectoral common agenda, advancing socio-economic development through advocacy, networking and information dissemination.

SCAN aims to serve as a network or umbrella civil society body which represents emerging and existing geographical or thematic networks and its organisations in a single entity serving civil society interests, defined through recognized socio-economic development categories as a frame of reference. The network also provides a space of inter-sectoral engagement with the aim of developing shared value and accountability advancing socio-economic development in the demarcated Municipal area of Stellenbosch.

To facilitate collaboration amongst role-players enabling potential integration of development programmes in the Stellenbosch Municipal area and to improve the quality, cost-effectiveness and adequacy there-of.

SCAN Management Committee

Nicolette
Nicolette Booysen (Chairperson)
From: Visit Stellenbosch

Nicolette is a socio-economic development specialist, leading the Regenerative Tourism subcommittee and development initiatives at Visit Stellenbosch. She advocates for sustainable growth, economic empowerment, and environmental responsibility. As founder of Cause Development Agency she provides support to changemakers through training and project implementation.

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George Arrey (Vice-Chairperson)
From: Health Promotors

George Arrey is the Chief Executive Officer of Health Promotion South Africa Trust in South Africa. His experience stretches across business, community development and health education. He is SA representative of UNESCO Chair Global Health and Education. His qualifications include Health Sciences & Social Services, Psychology as well as Master of Theology.

Danie
Danie Jacobs (Treasurer)
From: Young Entrepreneurs Foundation

Danie is the Founder of Young Entrepreneurs (Pty) Ltd as well as the Young Entrepreneurs Foundation. He is passionate about cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset and establishing sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems within communities. His qualifications include Master Degrees in Medical Sociology, Higher Education and Business Administration (MBA).

Zintle
Zintle Nomavuka
From: Her Voice

Zintle serves as the Operations and Logistics Manager at Her Voice, where she champions women’s empowerment and promotes social change through education and training. She is passionate about GBV awareness and education in underserved communities, including schools. Zintle has management qualifications and experience in hospitality.

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Nathan Wollow
From: Non-profit Small Scale Farming Consultant

As a dedicated researcher, Nathan focuses on studying local food systems and actively participating in developing solutions to tackle the food security issue. His qualifications entail sustainable development and experience in small scale food farming.

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Melissa van der Merwe
From: Aitsa

Melissa van der Merwe serves as the Project Manager at Aitsa! Aftercare center in Kylemore. She has a foundation in Theology and Ministry and 12 years of non-profit organisation experience with a devotion to community advancement and after-school initiatives.

Reneé Hector-Kannemeyer
From: Stellenbosch University Social Impact

Reneé is the Deputy Director for the Division of Social Impact at Stellenbosch University, with a focus on ethics, restitution and community partnerships. Her qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Social Development (Conflict, Transformation & Peace), Psychology (Hons), Geography (Hons) and Project Management. She is also certified Executive and Management coach.

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Michelle Aalbers
From: Stellenbosch Municipality

Michelle Aalbers serves as the Community Development Manager at Stellenbosch Municipality. She is qualified as a Social Worker. Over the past 17 years, she has dedicated herself to local government, recognising the invaluable perspective that Civil Society offers in understanding reality.

Lizelle George
From: StellCARE

Lizelle is a social work supervisor in at StellCARE’s Kayamandi office, also overseeing crèches. She works closely with the Stellenbosch GBV centre, SEF programme to assist the unemployed, as well as IDT partners.