UJ FADA Annual Report 2024

4 In 2024 FADA had a total of 105 permanent and full-time contract members of staff. This includes 65 academic staff, 39 administrative and support staff, and one executive. In total, 55,24% of Faculty staff were from designated groups and 8,57% were international. Faculty Management Committee is comprised of 27.8% designated staff and 70.2% nondesignated members, a demographic which needs attention in 2025. 50% are female of which 2 (11.1%) are International, and 7 (38.9%) are Black. In 2024 32% of permanent and full-time contract academic staff held doctoral degrees. One staff member declared a partial disability. Staff Development Many academic and support staff in FADA are engaged in ongoing training or study. Those who completed their doctoral studies include Ms Afua Wilcox (Senior Lecturer, Department of Architecture) who submitted her PhD in November 2024, Dr Reshma Maharajh (Senior Lecturer, Graphic Design), Dr Constance Kasiyamhuru (Assistant Lecturer, Design Our People “Driven by deep commitment and inspired by boundless creativity, FADA staff continue to lead with purpose – collaborating across disciplines, uplifting communities, and shaping the future of the creative and cultural industries both in South Africa and across the globe.” 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% African Coloured Indian International – Africa International – Other White Female Male TOTAL FADA Staff Demographics by Race & Gender 2024

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