inclusivity

Miss Universe Finally Decided that Beauty is Not Defined by Age

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguySeptember 17, 2023September 15, 2023 3,938 0

In a big move for anti-ageist mindsets, the Miss Universe Pageant will be changing its age limitations for good!   Global (17 September 2023) — In a big announcement for…

Miss, Mr and Ms Deaf South Africa 2023 Take Their Thrones!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguySeptember 11, 2023 1,279 0

The court is out of session and the crownings are official for Miss, Mr and Ms Deaf South Africa:   South Africa (11 September 2023) — The court is out…

SA to Host Down Syndrome International Gymnastics World Champs

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyAugust 31, 2023August 31, 2023 1,703 0

Another international hosting moment for SA that’ll see global champs unite, inclusivity flourish and world titles tackled.   Centurion, South Africa (31 August 2023)—South Africa will once again play host…

LEGO Braille Bricks Become a Game-Changer in Building Inclusivity

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyAugust 29, 2023 472 0

After the global community made it clear that LEGO braille bricks should be accessible to as many people as possible, the dream has finally become a reality.   Global (29…

These Ladies Did Some Good! Miss Deaf SA Sparkles with Support

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJuly 28, 2023 607 0

A gorgeous fundraising event for Miss Deaf SA saw a few ladies take to the stage while fashion, beauty and awareness united guests.   Pretoria, South Africa (28 July, 2023)…

Sign Language Officially Signed into South African Law Today!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJuly 19, 2023July 19, 2023 808 0

South African Sign Language will officially be signed into law today, a historic moment for our country!   Pretoria, South Africa (19 July, 2023)—South Africa’s 12th official language will be…

Team SA Touches Down After Special Olympics Season With 49 Medals 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyJune 28, 2023June 28, 2023 566 0

After a season sparkling with gold wins for Team SA at the Special Olympics, the athletes that made us all so proud have touched down back home, bringing a ‘chest’…

Miss SA is More Inclusive Than Ever! Moms and Wives Welcome At Last

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyMay 3, 2023 655 0

Miss South Africa 2023 has cleared the red tape on outdated restrictions in a move toward inclusivity! Here’s all you need to know:   South Africa (03 May, 2023)—The rumour…

British Vogue Covers Honour Disabled Icons in Powerful Portraits

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 27, 2023April 26, 2023 718 0

Disabled activists and icons shine on the covers of British Vogue as the conversation around inclusivity and representation in media takes progressive steps!   Global (27 April, 2023) – Despite…

The South African Alphabet of Affirmations: The Children’s Book We Should All Read 

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 13, 2023April 13, 2023 987 0

There’s a new children’s book on the shelves sharing and inspiring through affirmations written in our 11 official languages! A love letter to all the children of South Africa, how…