Strengthening Individuals, Teams, and Organizations

The Resilience Institute South Africa (RISA) is dedicated to equipping individuals and organizations with science-backed resilience training, consulting, and assessment technology. As a nation of extraordinary diversity, determination, and entrepreneurship, South Africa faces unique challenges—yet also holds immense potential. Our programs help teams develop well-being, adaptability, and performance, providing the tools to navigate uncertainty and thrive.

A Legacy Rooted in Resilience

Resilience has deep roots in Africa. Humanity first learned to bounce, grow, connect, and find flow on this continent, refining the ability to transcend challenges through insight, self-mastery, and empathy. At RISA, we bring this legacy into the modern workplace, empowering individuals, teams, and organizations with practical strategies for success.

The Resilience Institute International (RI) was first founded by Dr. Sven Hansen, a South African based in New Zealand. The South African division was established through the research and vision of Ms. N. B. Sithole, an experienced psychologist and executive leader. Today, we are part of a global network spanning seven international jurisdictions.

Why Resilience Training?

Build a Thriving, High-Performance Workforce

Resilience is more than overcoming adversity—it’s about sustaining well-being and high performance. Our training equips individuals and teams with mental fitness, emotional intelligence, stress management, and leadership adaptability to foster long-term success.

Organizations that invest in resilience training report:

• Higher employee engagement and retention
• Lower stress and burnout rates
• Improved leadership and decision-making
• Stronger collaboration and team performance

Comprehensive Resilience Training Solutions

Workshops, Keynotes, Multi-Year Training Journeys

We offer a flexible, scalable approach to resilience training, tailored to the needs of organizations of all sizes. Whether you’re looking for a one-time keynote, a series of interactive workshops, or a full-scale resilience program, we provide solutions that create measurable results.

Training formats include:

• In-Person & Virtual Workshops – Delivered by expert consultants.
• Keynotes & Executive Briefings – Engaging, research-backed presentations for leadership teams.
• Multi-Year Training Journeys – Long-term strategies for building resilience at scale.

Resilience Assessment: Measure What Matters

Data-Driven Insights to Strengthen Teams

Our Resilience Assessment is a next-generation tool that helps organizations measure, track, and improve resilienceacross individuals and teams. Used by leading companies and government agencies, it provides deep insights into well-being, adaptability, and leadership performance.

Key features of our assessment:

• Individual and Group Reports – Identify strengths, risks, and areas for improvement.
• AI-Powered Insights – Personalized recommendations based on industry benchmarks.
• Ongoing Measurement – Track progress over time to measure the impact of training.

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The Values That Drive Us

At RISA, we believe in:

• Resilience – Showing courage in difficult situations and building constructive emotions.
• Challenge – Taking on complex challenges with insight and continuous learning.
• Agility – Constantly innovating and improving in quality and delivery.
• Skillfulness – Helping individuals and organizations reach their maximum potential.

Resilience Training for South African Organizations

Supporting Businesses Across Industries

We’ve worked with organizations across sectors, from corporate enterprises and healthcare to education and professional services. Whether you’re an HR leader, L&D professional, or executive, our programs provide practical strategies to enhance resilience, reduce workplace stress, and improve overall well-being.

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Transform Your Organization with Science-Backed Resilience Strategies

Whether you need a one-time workshop, a long-term resilience training program, or assessment technology, we have the expertise to help. Our expert facilitators across South Africa are ready to support your workforce.

Take the first step toward a more resilient organization.