Our Team
Nadine Wright
Head of Nation Changers
Nadine is a school teacher by profession and spent a number of years in business before becoming involved in the non-profit sector. She now heads up Nation Changers. Her strong belief is that there is nothing more therapeutic for the human soul than to help another.
Sam Jordt
Administration & Operations
Sam started her career at the end of 1992 at the Port Elizabeth Publicity Association. After moving to East London and entering the paralegal field at a law firm, Sam spent the next 14 years in the legal field. She started working at Nation Changers in February 2017, and is passionate about bettering the lives and futures of those in need.
Sibusiso Ngcobo
General Assistant
Sibusiso was born and raised in Molweni and is now married with four children. He was not given the opportunity to attend school and receive a formal education but has learned much through the Nation Changers adult literacy classes. Sibusiso is meticulous and has a joyful disposition as he goes about his work at Nation Changers.
Bonisiwe Zulu
Project Coordinator
Boni has a passion for education, attaining various qualifications such as lay counsellor, computer literacy, and a diploma in fashion design. Her compassion for children led her to train and mentor youth in her community and she enjoys counselling, training, and supporting families. Her organisational skills are an asset to Nation Changers.
Hlengiwe Mbhele
Seamstress
Hlengiwe lives in Ntshongweni. She started off as an entrepreneur at The Clothing Box and then joined the Nation Changers sewing classes as she had purchased a sewing machine and didn’t know how to use it. Through the lessons, Hlengi realised her skill at sewing and is overjoyed at the magnificent items she has been able to create. Hlengi now repairs garments and teaches many others to sew and crochet. She diligently keeps our Skills Development facility in order and assists in The Clothing Box outreach.
Anthea Chavoos
Clothing Box Shop Supervisor
Anthea was born and raised in Cape Town. She has been involved in church ministry from a young age, focusing on teaching the Word, Youth and Missions. Anthea and her family moved to Saldanha Bay, West Coast, where she was a stay at home mom, raising their 3 children, before moving to KZN in 2009. She has a passion for people and loves interaction. Anthea started volunteering at Nation Changers in 2020 before being offered the position as Shop Supervisor at The Clothing Box in 2022.
Erin Bender
Intern for Nation Changers
Lead Volunteers
Patricia Bezuidenhout
Lead Volunteer - Neema Gateway to Reading Programme
Patricia is a devoted mother, grandmother, and volunteer supporting older persons, children, and people with disabilities. Joining Nation Changers in 2018, she grew her role in the Neema Foundation’s “Gateway to Reading” initiative at Embo Primary Schools, taking a leadership role to coordinate volunteers and promote training. The program continues to yield outcomes that inspire her commitment to transforming lives through the power of reading.
Ann George
Lead Volunteer - Skills Development (Sewing)
Ann, married to Clive with three children and eight grandchildren, learned sewing from her mother, who made their clothes and did dressmaking. After retiring in 2010, she began teaching sewing at Embo and CityHill and now leads a team with Nation Changers Skills Project, finding it inspiring to see learners transform skills into creative, self-sustaining ventures. Her goal is to empower them to start businesses.
Mardeleine Fisher
Lead Volunteer - Skills Development (Sewing)
Madeleine has been a devoted member of CityHill Church for over 30 years. Married to Tony with two sons and three granddaughters, she enjoys praying for and ministering to people, impacting many lives. Gifted in teaching sewing, she has shared her talent and creative ideas for years with the ladies attending Nation Changers Skills Development sewing classes. They are inspired and empowered by her guidance.
Lorraine Sheard
Lead Volunteer - Skills Development (Crochet)
Lorraine is married to John and has two sons. Over the years, she has volunteered in various areas of Nation Changers, bringing joy as she connects with her students and encourages them to be more creative. Passionate about teaching crochet, she provides a skill that generates income and boosts self-esteem. Her fulfillment shines when she hears heartening stories of students transforming lives in their communities.
Penny Nurse
Lead Volunteer - Donation Organizer
Penny has faithfully volunteered at Nation Changers since 2016, leading a dedicated team that efficiently sorts and packs donated clothing, household goods, toys, and books, ensuring her area remains impeccably in order. She thanks our Father God for the strength and energy that empower her work at Nation Changers. It delights her to meet fellow volunteers as they carry out their varied tasks with passion.
Helen Minnitt
Lead Volunteer - Adult Literacy
Helen, married to Richard with two sons and four grandchildren, retired from a long, successful career in Foundation Phase teaching. Her heart’s desire to uplift the marginalised is fulfilled through her adult literacy classes. Leading the Nation Changers project has been both challenging and rewarding as she develops training programmes and engages more volunteers. Helen gratefully thanks the Lord for His enduring wisdom and grace.
Peter Comrie
Nation Changers Board Member
Peter Comrie was born in 1971 in Durban, KZN. He was educated in his home town of Hillcrest and qualified with a BCom Degree in Marketing and Economics from the University of KZN, Durban in 1991. He is an Entrepreneur by nature and began his first successful business while he was still at University. Since then he has run multiple businesses over the years.
Steve Wimble
Leader Elder of CityHill Church and Nation Changers Board Member
Steve studied a B.Comm Accounting degree and also has his MPhil in applied Theology. He is now the senior pastor of CityHill Church. This church has a rich 35-year history with a wide range of programmes and influence. It continues to grow from strength to strength.
Philip Kinder
Nation Changers Board Member
Phillip Kinder is a Chartered Management Accountant with 20 years experience in the fields of Banking, Finance, Forensic Accounting and Executive Consulting. He serves on the boards of various non-profit organisations, focused primarily in the areas of church growth, social development and poverty relief.
Timothy Hilliar
Nation Changers Board Member
Tim’s passion is ensuring disadvantaged people can flourish. Guided by social justice, health equality, and empowerment, he champions sustainable approaches to development. With nine years of study culminating in a Master’s in Public Health, Tim has managed youth programs across South Africa and is involved with the leadership at CityHill Church.
Nadine Wright
Nation Changers Board Member
Nadine is a school teacher by profession and spent a number of years in business before becoming involved in the non-profit sector. She now heads up Nation Changers. Her strong belief is that there is nothing more therapeutic for the human soul than to help another.