KwaZulu-Natal, 20 October 2025: Gateway Theatre of Shopping will once again shine a spotlight on local change-makers when it hosts the annual Change in Action NPO Fair on Saturday, 25 October 2025. The event, now in its third year, has become a meaningful space for Durban’s non-profits to share their work, connect with partners and engage with the public.
This year, 20 organisations have been selected from more than 200 applications to showcase their projects on the cinema level at Gateway. In the build-up, each group has received training and mentorship through the campaign partners, Nation Builder and the Hollywood Foundation, equipping them with tools that extend beyond the event itself. From 9 am to 9 pm, shoppers will be able to meet the organisations, hear their stories and explore different ways of supporting them. The day will also feature a morning networking brunch, giving business leaders a chance to connect directly with the NPOs.
A Platform For Local Organisations
One of the exhibitors is Lukhozi Youth Foundation from Cato Manor, which focuses on opening doors for young people through education. From career talks with professionals to hands-on work shadowing and guidance with tertiary applications, the organisation works to ensure that no learner misses out on opportunities because of a lack of support.
The KZN Blind and Deaf Society, based in Durban, which has been a pillar of inclusion for many years, will also feature. Through early learning programmes, creative arts, nutrition support and life skills activities, the society helps children with disabilities gain confidence and develop the skills they need to grow and thrive.
From Inanda, the Active Minds Society brings an innovative approach to education and youth development and will showcase their formidable work on the day. Their after-school Fundiseka Education Programme supports learners while also training unemployed youth as facilitators, creating a ripple effect of opportunity. Alongside this, their Active Kids and Active Swimmers initiatives use play and sport to build safe, positive spaces for children.
By hosting Change in Action, Gateway continues to provide a stage for Durban’s non-profits to be seen and heard. The initiative not only highlights the breadth of work being done in local communities but also encourages the public and business community to become part of it.
Gateway’s Marketing Manager, Ayesha Sewbaran, said, “We’re excited to renew our partnership with Nation Builder and the Hollywood Foundation for the third consecutive year. Each year, this campaign gives local NPOs the tools and visibility they need to thrive, while reinforcing our own commitment to sustainability and meaningful social impact. Together, we’re empowering communities, nurturing long-term resilience and proving that sustained collaboration can drive real, positive change that lasts.”
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