{"id":183,"date":"2025-05-23T05:38:58","date_gmt":"2025-05-23T05:38:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/?p=183"},"modified":"2026-05-19T04:02:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T04:02:17","slug":"ibandla-mens-forum-launch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/2025\/05\/23\/ibandla-mens-forum-launch\/","title":{"rendered":"Ibandla Men\u2019s\u00a0Forum\u00a0Launch"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Ibandla Men's\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_heading_anim_0 difl_heading_anim et_pb_module\"><div class=\"df-anim-heading-container\">\n                <h4 class=\"headline-animation letter type-letter-slide\" data-anmi='{\"transition_type\":\"letter\",\"animation_type\":\"type-letter-slide\",\"delay\":3000,\"duration\":1000,\"easing\":\"easeInBack\",\"mass\":1,\"stiffness\":80,\"damping\":10,\"velocity\":0}' > <span class=\"infix words-wrapper\"><span class=\"is-visible\"><span class=\"in\">F<\/span><span class=\"in\">o<\/span><span class=\"in\">r<\/span><span class=\"in\">u<\/span><span class=\"in\">m<\/span> <span class=\"in\">L<\/span><span class=\"in\">a<\/span><span class=\"in\">u<\/span><span class=\"in\">n<\/span><span class=\"in\">c<\/span><span class=\"in\">h<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/h4>\n            <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section section_has_divider et_pb_bottom_divider\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>The launch of the Ibandla Men\u2019s Forum (IMF) on Friday, 21 February, marked a pivotal step in promoting men\u2019s well-being. This transformative initiative unites men from various Business Units to highlight the importance of 'Changing and embracing the face of men\u2019s health.'<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>The IMF serves as a dynamic platform dedicated to supporting both personal and professional growth for men at Exxaro. It addresses the unique challenges men face in the workplace, at home, and within their broader communities, ensuring they have the support needed to thrive in all aspects of life.<\/p>\n<p>With a strong focus on raising awareness around men\u2019s mental, emotional, physical, and financial well-being, the IMF creates a safe and open space for men to engage in meaningful discussions. It encourages active participation on key societal and business matters, empowering members to contribute to positive change across the organisation.<\/p>\n<p>The forum works in close collaboration with the Women In Mining committee, reinforcing a culture of mentorship, inclusion, and teamwork. Through this partnership, the IMF is committed to building an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.<\/p>\n<p>Relive the highlights of the IMF Launch event by watching our recap video below:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_video_0 et_pb_video et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_video_box\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ibandla Men&amp;apos;s Forum Launch\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ei4AVm1vYJ0?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_bottom_inside_divider et-no-transition\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"difl_imagecarousel_0 difl_imagecarousel et_pb_module\"><div class=\"df_ic_container variable-width\" data-settings='{\"effect\":\"slide\",\"desktop\":\"4\",\"tablet\":\"3\",\"mobile\":\"1\",\"variable_width\":\"on\",\"loop\":true,\"item_spacing\":\"16px\",\"item_spacing_tablet\":\"16px\",\"item_spacing_phone\":\"16px\",\"arrow\":\"off\",\"dots\":\"on\",\"autoplay\":\"on\",\"auto_delay\":\"2000\",\"speed\":\"500\",\"pause_hover\":\"off\",\"centeredSlides\":\"off\",\"order\":36131308,\"use_lightbox\":\"on\",\"use_lightbox_caption\":\"off\"}' data-item=\"4\" data-itemtablet=\"3\" data-itemphone=\"1\">\n                <div class=\"df_ic_inner_wrapper\">\n                    <div class=\"swiper-container\">\n                        <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_0 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaThree.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaThree.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_1 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaSix.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaSix.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_2 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaSeven.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaSeven.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_3 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaOne.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaOne.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_4 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaFour.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaFour.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_5 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaFive.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaFive.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_6 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaEight.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaEight.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"difl_imagecarouselitem_7 difl_imagecarouselitem swiper-slide et_pb_module\"><div> <div class=\"df_ici_container\" data-src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaTwo.jpg\" > <div class=\"ic_image_wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"df-ic-image\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IbandlaTwo.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"overlay_wrapper\"><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-pagination ic-dots-36131308\"><\/div>\n            <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section section_has_divider et_pb_top_divider\"><div class=\"et_pb_top_inside_divider et-no-transition\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/2025\/05\/23\/competition-that-awarded-local-smmes-with-grants\/\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LeftAttow.png\" width=\"26\" height=\"66\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LeftAttow.png 26w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 26px) 100vw, 26px\" class=\"wp-image-16\" title=\"LeftAttow\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/2025\/05\/23\/honouring-young-warriors-on-world-cancer-day\/\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/RightArrow.png\" width=\"26\" height=\"66\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/RightArrow.png 26w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 26px) 100vw, 26px\" class=\"wp-image-17\" title=\"RightArrow\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_pb_gutters1 et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_5 et_block_column et_pb_column_empty et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_contact_form_0 et_pb_contact_form_container clearfix et_pb_module et_flex_module\" data-form_unique_num=\"0\" data-form_unique_id=\"7c01cc17-922b-42c1-93c1-4a9ac4233887\" id=\"et_pb_contact_form_7c01cc17-922b-42c1-93c1-4a9ac4233887\"><div class=\"et-pb-contact-message\"><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_contact\"><form class=\"et_pb_contact_form et_flex_module\" method=\"post\" action=\"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183\"><div class=\"et_pb_contact_field_0 et_pb_contact_field et_pb_module et_flex_module et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone et_flex_column_24_24_widescreen\" data-id=\"message\" data-type=\"text\"><label class=\"et_pb_contact_form_label\" for=\"et_pb_contact_0_message_0\">Why do you believe the Ibandla Men\u2019s Forum is a good initiative?<\/label><textarea name=\"et_pb_contact_0_message_0\" id=\"et_pb_contact_0_message_0\" class=\"et_pb_contact_message input\" data-required_mark=\"required\" data-field_type=\"text\" data-original_id=\"message\" placeholder=\"Why do you believe the Ibandla Men\u2019s Forum is a good initiative?\"><\/textarea><\/div><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"et_pb_contactform_submit_7c01cc17-922b-42c1-93c1-4a9ac4233887\" value=\"et_contact_proccess\" \/><div class=\"et_contact_bottom_container\"><div class=\"et_pb_button_wrapper\"><button type=\"submit\" name=\"et_builder_submit_button\" class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_contact_submit\">Submit<\/button><\/div><\/div><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"_wpnonce-et-pb-contact-form-submitted-7c01cc17-922b-42c1-93c1-4a9ac4233887\" name=\"_wpnonce-et-pb-contact-form-submitted-7c01cc17-922b-42c1-93c1-4a9ac4233887\" value=\"a267957d78\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wp_http_referer\" value=\"\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183\" \/><\/form><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> All comments made are closed and anonymous.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_column_empty et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The launch of the Ibandla Men\u2019s Forum (IMF) on Friday, 21 February, marked a pivotal step in promoting men\u2019s well-being.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":74,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-183","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-q1-2025"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=183"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7229,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/183\/revisions\/7229"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/74"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=183"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=183"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xxplore.co.za\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=183"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}