About us
“We ensure that social services reach as many vulnerable children & families as possible…”
ECFW is a dynamic and leading child protection organization in eMalahleni which works hand-in-hand with the Department of Social Development to ensure that social services reach as many vulnerable children and families as possible. Our main focus is on children under the age of 18 years who are affected by social ills and need protection. Though our services are open to all racial groups, 90 percent of our beneficiaries are Black children and families.
ECFW Management
How We Effectively Manage ECFW
“There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than the way in which it treats its children” Nelson Mandela
Governance
The organization is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who form the Board, ably supported by committed administrative and professional staff. The Board meets once a month to consider reports and approve spending. The AGM, to which members of the public are invited, is held before the end of each calendar year.
Child Care Facilities
The organization runs a place of temporary care and safety for children who are removed from harmful or potentially unsafe environments pending investigations and possible family reunification. Highveld House was donated by Highveld Steel & Vanadium and accommodates a maximum of 12 children some of whom are referred to us by the family members, other child protection organizations, and community members.
Accountability
Monitoring and evaluation form an integral part of any non-profit welfare organization to ensure that its services remain relevant in the dynamic field of social development in South Africa. ECFW is no exception to this rule and has got mechanisms in place to ensure accountability and to evaluate its service delivery goals at regular intervals.
Our Vision
Empowering Families, Nurturing Futures
To become a leading organization in the achievement of creating safe and caring environment for children and the preservation of the family unit within the eMalahleni Local Municipality area and the Nkangala District.
Our Key Objectives
- To protect and promote the wellbeing of children and families.
- To protect and safeguard the interests of orphaned and vulnerable children.
- To combat the effects of HIV/AIDS on children and families.
- To strengthen and support organized youth groups at community level.
- To empower women and foster parents so they can provide for their families through skills learnt.
Service Areas
The Areas We Impact
In order to avoid a duplication of services, the Department of Social Development has designated different areas to be serviced by the various organizations rendering social services within the municipal area of eMalahleni.
- Ext 5 & 10 Witbank Town
- Blancheville
- Schoongezicht
- Highveld Park
- Hlalanikahle Extensions 1,2,3 & Phases 1,2,3,4 & Waghuis
- Kwa-Guqa Extensions 4,5 & 14
- Clewer
- Jackaroo Park
- Die Heuwel
Services
Consulting Services
- Investigation of cases of abuse and neglect of children
- Individual & group counselling
Child Care Services
- Foster care placements
- Adoptions
- Parental responsibilities and care plans
- Temporary safe care placement
- Youth Care Centres
- Family preservation
- Re-unification services
Skills Development Services
- Aftercare services for scholars
- Holiday programs for boys and girls
- Community development programs
- Parenting skills programme
Hospitality Services
- Soup kitchen and food gardens
Educational Services
- Awareness campaigns
- Families prevention & advocacy campaigns
- Child protection prevention & advocacy campaigns
What are you waiting for?
Each year the need for social services grows exponentially with the rise in poverty levels, and the government cannot cope with the demand. It is for this reason that we need all the support we can get from like-minded people and businesses to continue with our mandate.
Any form of assistance to our organization is appreciated.
13 November 2025
2025 AGM Report
Social Service Professional Staff Report Below:
13 November 2025
2025 AGM Report
Highveld House Report Below:
ECFW
Golf Day Highlights
On the 5 September 2025 we hosted our first annual Golf day event to raise funds to continue making a positive impact in the community here are the highlights of the day.
ECFW
High Tea Highlights
On the 10th May 2025 we hosted our annual social High Tea gathering and we discussed the importance of being the change you want to see. Here are the highlights of the day
Our Events
Contact us
Each year the need for social services grows exponentially with the rise in poverty levels, and the government cannot cope with the demand. It is for this reason that we need all the support we can get from like-minded people and businesses to continue with our mandate.