Nokukhanya Magwegwe is a psychology Honours graduate with a strong interest in research, community psychology, and student well-being. She has presented her Honours mini-thesis findings at the 8th Southern African Students’ Psychology Conference, reflecting both her strong interest in research and her commitment to making psychological knowledge accessible and meaningful to wider audiences. Her volunteer work with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) and the Johannesburg Parent and Child Counselling Centre (JPCCC) has centred on community engagement and empowerment. In these roles, Nokukhanya has worked with children, parents, and community members, applying psychological knowledge as a practical resource to strengthen resilience, promote well-being, and foster supportive environments. These experiences have shaped her passion for psychology as a means of addressing real-world challenges and expanding access to mental health support. Her current professional interests lie in creating inclusive, supportive, and empowering spaces for emerging psychologists. Her contributions to the PsySSA Student Divisions’s Research and Information Team reflect her passion for bridging research and practice, as well as her commitment to amplifying student voices within the discipline. Looking ahead, she aspires to further her postgraduate studies and build a career that integrates research, practice and accessible knowledge-sharing. She is dedicated to advancing psychology as a driver of empowerment, resilience, and social change in South Africa.
Recent Posts
- Outcome of the Life Esidimeni Tragedy Inquest and Decision to Prosecute
- PsySSA Commemorates World Autism Awareness Day 2026
- Health Psychology Podcast: Recognising the Role and Importance of Palliative Care
- Congratulations! 2026 American Psychological Foundation (APF) Theodore Blau Early Career Award Recipient
- PsySSA Commemorates International Transgender Day of Visibility – 31 March 2026
- CEPD Webinar – What does it mean to be an Ecotherapy Nature-Connection Practitioner?
- PsySSA Commemorates Bipolar Day – 30 March 2026
- Abstract Submission Extension – PsySSA Annual Psychology Congress 2026
