About Us - F²LAMEA

About F²LAMEA

F²LAMEA is a father-driven family advocacy movement originating in South Africa, born from a critical examination of the discriminatory Children’s Act and the biased family courts that marginalize fathers. We are dedicated to challenging and dismantling practices that undermine parental rights and family unity, with a core focus on achieving true equality before the law for all parents, regardless of gender or race.

Founded by Salatiso Lonwabo Mdeni, F²LAMEA reflects a personal commitment to justice, sparked by his own experiences and documented in works like The Homeschooling Father, Goliath’s Reckoning, and Beyond Redress.

Core Values

Equality: We believe in the equality before the law of all individuals and strive to ensure equal treatment for all parents and family members within family courts and related systems.
Accountability: We hold individuals, institutions, and governments accountable for upholding the principles of equality and non-discrimination.
Justice: We seek to achieve justice for families and children who have been harmed by discriminatory practices.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration and work with diverse partners to achieve our goals.
Evidence-Based Advocacy: We base our advocacy on rigorous research and data to ensure that our efforts are effective and impactful.
Family Unity: We recognize the extended family as a fundamental pillar of support, strength, and cultural identity for children, and we advocate for policies and practices that preserve and strengthen these bonds.

Organizational Structure

F²LAMEA is currently an advocacy group with aspirations to be registered as a non-profit organisation (NPO) in South Africa. The organisation will be governed by a Board of Directors, which will provide strategic guidance and oversight. A team of dedicated staff and volunteers will carry out the day-to-day operations of the organisation.

Target Audience

F²LAMEA’s work will primarily benefit parents, children, and families who have been affected by discriminatory practices in family courts and related systems. Our advocacy efforts will also benefit legal professionals, policymakers, and the general public.