DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence in Human Development

DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence in Human Development The CoE-Human is a virtual academic centre that provides the resources to enable researchers to collaborate across disciplines and institutions on long-term projects

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Webinar on Wednesday 15 July at 4 pm (GMT+2) Covid-19 in context followed by an examination of the impact of the pandemic on children. Welcome and presentation by Professor Jeffrey Mphahlele from the SA Medical Research Council. Other presentations from Professor Tamsen Rochat and Dr Catherine Draper.

Brain Matters documentaryEarly Childhood Development: Why is it that some children thrive while others do not? Is it a matter of genetics, IQ, socioeconomic background or education? Prof. Linda Richter is featured in this Brain Matters Film.

Human development Human development involves the processes, on an individual and social level, towards fulfilment, not only of basic needs but of values including freedom, security, achievement and belonging.

From early childhood development to transforming our society, the study of human development puts people on the centre stage of our national concerns. It requires a multi- and inter-disciplinary approach and the study of the past and the future, across the social, psychological and biological disciplines.