Rea Noge

Reabetsoe (Rea) Noge is a Programme Officer at Just Detention International-South Africa. Rea leads JDI-SA’s survivor support work, participates in capacity-building for stakeholders, and conducts advocacy to protect the rights of incarcerated people. She is a Child and Youth Care Practitioner by profession. Before joining JDI-SA, Rea was the Counselling and Employee Wellness Services Manager at Lifeline Johannesburg, which offers free mental health services to marginalised communities. She has also facilitated BrainBoosters — an educational programme for children. Rea is passionate about mental health and has presented on the subject to national and international audiences.