A tribute to the life and work of Prof Tessa Hochfeld
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Prof Tessa Hochfeld. Tessa made a significant contribution to building the Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA) at UJ where she worked over the past 13 years. She leaves a rich legacy of research and action for social and gender justice. It has been a privilege to have worked with her. She will be sorely missed by her colleagues and students.
Tessa's work echoed the way she lived her life. She described herself as a Social Worker and cared deeply about those she interacted with. She was an excellent researcher, outstanding academic and a gifted teacher. The body of intellectual work that she leaves behind, both in her written contributions and public engagements, will continue to shape social development thinking, policies and practice for years to come.
We take leave of Tessa in Woman's month. She takes her place alongside the remarkable women of our country who fought for justice such as Helen Joseph, Amina Cachalia and Ellen Kuzwayo. Hamba Kahle Tessa.
Our condolences go to her husband Rafi; her children, Jordan and Asher; her parents, Penny and Steven; and her sisters, Kim and Claire. We pray that your memories will sustain you and that you will know that her work contributed to building a better South Africa.
Memorial Service Details
Faculty of Humanities - Deans Office, the Centre of Social Development in Africa and the family of Prof Tessa Hochfeld invite you to a memorial service in honour and celebration of her life.
Date: Friday 23 August 2019
Time: 09h00 – 11h00
Venue: Protea Auditorium, STH, APB MAP - BUNTING RD CAMPUS.pdf
RSVP: rdube@uj.ac.za
A tribute to the life and work of Prof Tessa Hochfeld
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Prof Tessa Hochfeld. Tessa made a significant contribution to building the Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA) at UJ where she worked over the past 13 years. She leaves a rich legacy of research and action for social and gender justice. It has been a privilege to have worked with her. She will be sorely missed by her colleagues and students.
Tessa's work echoed the way she lived her life. She described herself as a Social Worker and cared deeply about those she interacted with. She was an excellent researcher, outstanding academic and a gifted teacher. The body of intellectual work that she leaves behind, both in her written contributions and public engagements, will continue to shape social development thinking, policies and practice for years to come.
We take leave of Tessa in Woman's month. She takes her place alongside the remarkable women of our country who fought for justice such as Helen Joseph, Amina Cachalia and Ellen Kuzwayo. Hamba Kahle Tessa.
Our condolences go to her husband Rafi; her children, Jordan and Asher; her parents, Penny and Steven; and her sisters, Kim and Claire. We pray that your memories will sustain you and that you will know that her work contributed to building a better South Africa.
Memorial Service Details
Faculty of Humanities - Deans Office, the Centre of Social Development in Africa and the family of Prof Tessa Hochfeld invite you to a memorial service in honour and celebration of her life.
Date: Friday 23 August 2019
Time: 09h00 – 11h00
Venue: Protea Auditorium, STH, APB MAP - BUNTING RD CAMPUS.pdf
RSVP: rdube@uj.ac.za
