Building a better
South Africa
TOGETHER
Building a better
South Africa
together
I'm Thom Pierce, a British photographic artist, living in Johannesburg.
I moved to South Africa 15 years ago, planning to only stay for a year, but I fell in love with its vibrant energy and boundless beauty, and never left.
Through my work, I have traveled extensively and experienced the best and worst of this diverse country.
I have witnessed the harsh realities of abject poverty and the heartbreaking consequences for many who cannot access the resources and support that they need.
I have also seen the incredible resourcefulness and resilience of communities “making a plan” in the absence of other options.
Many people have moved abroad looking for a more stable life, never on a whim and usually after years of deliberation. South Africa still sits deeply in their hearts, permeating everything that they do.
The need to make a positive contribution is shared by many of us but it can often feel overwhelming and hard to know what to do.
In those times I am reminded of the quote;
“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”
I am in South Africa. What I have is my art. What I can do is use it to create positive change and connect those who care about this country to a way that they can help.
So I created this initiative; Positive Activism.
It’s easy to see South Africa as a series of insurmountable problems but around every corner there are people trying to provide solutions, doing what they can with what they have, to uplift and support their communities.
Positive Activism is all about finding those people and empowering them to continue providing their vital services. It’s about building a better South Africa together.
And from where you are, you can help...
I am looking to build an exclusive group of “founding funders” to support this new initiative. Just 25 like-hearted individuals from around the world who want to play a part in creating change alongside me.
I want to connect you back to South Africa through my art and invite you to make Positive Activism part of your story by sharing the journey with you.
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WHAT WE DO
We provide each of them with a free, high-quality website and bespoke promotional content; the most essential tools in raising public awareness and increasing visibility to potential funders.
We find small, under-funded human-rights organisations that are working tirelessly towards a more functional and fair South Africa.
BENEFICIARIES
CONTACT US
We would love to hear from you with any questions or comments that you have about Positive Activism. Please use the form on this page to get in touch.
"Thom's expertise and dedication have been instrumental in amplifying our cause and ensuring that our message reaches a broader audience."
Temoho Kgosipula
#paythegrants
"After publishing my story, a lot of other doors have opened for me. This initiative has made my story very successful and I am still in demand on radio and TV because of it."
Bridget Munnik
Westbury Youth Center
" A good website is crucial for us to get funding. As a small organisation we cannot afford a developer so this initiative has been a blessing."
Pinky Mashiane
United Domestic Workers of South Africa
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TURNING ART INTO ACTIVISM
Positive Activism is a new initiative with a unique approach to funding. We partner with individuals around the world who share our vision and, in exchange for their support, provide a connection back to South Africa and a way to make a positive impact.
Art connects us, inspires us and changes us. It’s how we share stories, it’s how we show love, and it’s our offering to you.
We are looking for 25 people to become our team of “founding funders” and join us as we develop this initiative through 2025.
In return we want to give you an exclusive artwork to hang on your wall, as a reminder of the journey we are taking together.
TURNING ART INTO ACTIVISM
Positive Activism is a new initiative with a unique approach to funding. We partner with individuals around the world who share our vision and, in exchange for their support, provide a connection back to South Africa and a way to make a positive impact.
Art connects us, inspires us and changes us. It’s how we share stories, it’s how we show love, and it’s our offering to you.
We are looking for 25 people to become our team of “founding funders” and join us as we develop this initiative through 2025.
In return we want to give you an exclusive artwork to hang on your wall, as a reminder of the journey we are taking together.