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Laser therapy restores 15-year-old burn survivor’s confidence
Posted: Nov 24, 2025
The Smile Foundation and the Avela Foundation are helping children heal, inside and out, with their Umatter programme, using an
A wave of hope has arrived at Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital thanks to the gift of a cutting-edge burns laser.
Posted: Aug 25, 2025
More hope just landed at Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital. Thanks to an incredible group effort, children recovering from burns will
Avela Foundation and Smile Foundation unveiled the new Pixel CO₂ laser at the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital
Posted: Aug 25, 2025
Alma iPixel CO₂ laser is recognised worldwide as the gold standard for scar treatment. The milestone was made possible through
Umatter Community Hike For Burn Survivors In Johannesburg, South Africa.
Posted: Aug 6, 2024
On the 6th of July 2024, our Umatter community came together for a heartfelt and inspiring nature trail hike at
Umatter Inaugural Gathering At Johannesburg Zoo
Posted: Aug 6, 2024
Belonging to Umatter and being part of a burn survivor community is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it provides a
Fundraising Team Trek To Everest Base Camp For Burn Survivors In May 2024
Posted: May 20, 2024
A lot has been said and written about Remy Kloos – and for a good reason: she’s an exceptional human
Trekking For A Cause – Everest Base Camp 2024 with Remy Kloos
Posted: May 20, 2024
Cape Town – Avid adventurer and mountaineer Remy Kloos is at it again, this time leading a group of trekkers
Formidable fighters for burn survivors off to Base Camp
Posted: May 3, 2024
“In February 2024 I completed a seven-year quest of climbing the tallest peak on every continent. Climbing for me extends
Cotopaxi Summit, Ecuador 2023 (Detailed Itinerary)
Posted: May 23, 2023
The Avela Foundation will be summiting the spectacular Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador this May, to raise funds for burn survivors
Climbing For A Cause: Conquering a massive volcano to support Burn Survivors
Posted: May 23, 2023
Pre-Expedition Interview: Catherine from Backabuddy Talks with Avela Foundation’s Cami Palomo Ahead of Mount Cotopaxi Climb for Burn Survivors Help
Team Avela Foundation is trekking an active volcano for burn survivors!
Posted: May 23, 2023
What do you need to hike an active volcano? Strength, stamina, training and a worthy cause. This incredible team is
Cotopaxi, Ecuador Trek 2023
Posted: Jan 23, 2023
Sir Edmund Hilary once remarked: it’s not the mountain we conquer but ourselves. In Avela Foundation’s case, it goes even further.
Cape Talk – Story Cafe Webinar
Posted: Feb 21, 2022
Listen to the CapeTalk Story Cafe Webinar with Heléna Cullis that took place in studio on Tuesday, 15th February 2022.
U-Matter Support groups a vital lifeline!
Posted: Mar 30, 2021
Publication: Star (Country Edition)Date: Friday, February 26, 2021Page 4 Please view original newspaper article here.
Join Our First Annual Virtual Hike To Mt. Everest Summit
Posted: Dec 11, 2020
Jan 10-17 2021 How it works A sign-up fee of $25.00 is donated on our website (use your email as