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- The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation says its director Stanley Henkeman has died.
- Henkeman died Friday afternoon from complications related to Covid-19.
- He is survived by his wife and three children.
The executive director of the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR), Stanley Henkeman, has been reaching for condolences, who died following complications related to the Covid-19 virus.
In a statement, the IJR said Henkeman died Friday afternoon.
“Stan made a tremendous contribution to the institute, first as program manager for its Building an Inclusive Society Program and then as its executive director. During this period, he succeeded in solidifying the leadership role the IJR plays in justice and justice processes. reconciliation in South Africa and other parts of the continent, “read an IJR statement.
The IJR said it is especially passionate about emphasizing the pursuit of social justice as a prerequisite for reconciliation in divided societies.
“During his tenure at the IJR, Stan’s kindness and humanity deeply impressed us all, and we will deeply miss him. His legacy and passion for the IJR’s vision of building just, democratic and inclusive societies will continue to inspire the institute for years to come. . “
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IJR Board Chair Glenda Wildschut said Henkeman had a great passion for justice and reconciliation, especially through her work and collaboration with global organizations in this field.
“Stan was recognized both here and abroad as a highly trained and competent mediator and used these skills so skillfully in the work of the IJR.”
She said Henkeman started his career in teaching and never lost his love for knowledge, teaching, and most importantly, people.
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation also sent its condolences to his family, friends and associates.
He said he would remember Henkeman for his strong but modest leadership and commitment to anti-racism and social justice.
Henkeman underwent a heart transplant in 2007 after being diagnosed with end-stage heart failure the previous year, Health24 reported.
After his transplant, he received the colors of World Transplant Games.
He was president of the Asociación Deportiva de Trasplantes SA (Satsa).
The association said Henkeman joined it in 2008.
“We congratulate Stan for all his hard work and his enormous contribution to both Satsa and the South African sports administration as a whole.”
Before joining the IJR, Henkeman was employed by Operation Hope and the Center for Conflict Resolution.
He earned a master’s degree in religious studies from the University of Cape Town, a BA with honors in biblical studies from the University of the Western Cape, and a teacher’s diploma.
Henkeman is survived by his wife, Sharon, and their children Luke, Joshua and Aaron.
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