The Inclusive Society Institute attended and event marking the 25th anniversary and the 100th edition of New Agenda: South African Journal of Social and Economic Policy

Mrs Berenice Marks as the representative of the Inclusive Society Institute attended an event marking 25 years and the 100^th edition of New Agenda: South African Journal of Social and Economic Policy and celebrating a distinctive partnership between UWC and civil society. The event was held on Tuesday, 21 April 2026 at Iyatsiba Lab, Centre for Humanities Research, Woodstock.

The meeting reflected on the enduring role of ideas in shaping a just society. At a time of persistent inequality and stalled transformation, it calls for renewed intellectual courage and public engagement.

Ms Marks holds a place in the history of New Agenda, having served as the administrator for its very first edition.

A central theme that resonated throughout the speeches was the vital importance of partnership and collaboration. The speakers are distinguished persons from government, academia, civil society and the public sector.  They emphasised that meaningful change can only be achieved through collective effort and shared vision. The event became a platform for reinforcing the value of building bridges between organisations and across sectors in order to address the complex challenges facing society today.

Ms Marks’s participation underscored the Inclusive Society Institute’s dedication to these ideals of co-operation.