Lungile Ngwenya is lecturer and researcher at the Department of Social Development and Professions. He has worked in academia for the past 8 years as a contract lecturer and has formally joined NMU permanently in January 2025. With 14 years of practice experience with the Criminal Justice System, Lungile has developed an interest in research on child and youth development, restorative justice, and offender reintegration.
With extensive experience in individual counselling, community development, and project management, he has demonstrated effectiveness across various levels of social work practice. His professional expertise encompasses clinical social work, policy development, stakeholder engagement, and the leadership of innovative programs. His research interest focuses on developing a restorative re-entry and reintegration model designed to address the needs of offenders, victims, and communities.
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Lecturer
Email:
lungile.ngwenya@mandela.ac.za
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Health Sciences
Department:
Social Development Professions
Qualifications:
BSW (Cum Laude) UFH, BA Hons Psychology (UNISA), MSW-Clinical (NMU)
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South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
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