SayPro Mother’s Day Speech

by SayPro Chief Research Officer- Patricia Tsebe

Good [morning/afternoon], everyone.

It is with deep gratitude and warm affection that I welcome you all to this very special occasion—SayPro’s celebration of Mother’s Day.

Today, we pause not just to honor mothers in the traditional sense, but to recognize the extraordinary role that mothering plays in shaping our world—at home, in our communities, and even within our organization.

As Chief Research Officer, I spend much of my time immersed in data, evidence, and models. But even in research, one truth stands unshaken: the influence of a mother—biological or otherwise—is foundational to every aspect of human development. From the earliest nurturing moments to the quiet sacrifices made behind the scenes, mothers are our first teachers, our first leaders, and our most enduring champions.

At SayPro, we strive to create sustainable impact, build inclusive systems, and support innovation that empowers communities. Behind many of these success stories are women—mothers—who balance ambition and compassion, logic and love, discipline and hope.

We see it in our team members who start their mornings packing lunches and end their evenings reviewing budgets. We see it in our research participants, whose resilience fuels our insights. We see it in our leadership, where empathy and strategic foresight walk hand-in-hand.

Let us remember that mothering is not bound by biology. It is expressed through mentorship, through advocacy, through care for the next generation. So to every mother, stepmother, grandmother, aunt, foster parent, and guardian—and to every SayPro staff member who embodies these nurturing values—this day is for you.

On behalf of the Research Division, I want to thank you for the inspiration you bring to our work and the wisdom you carry into our future. We are not only better professionals because of you—we are better people.

Happy Mother’s Day to you all. May today remind you of how deeply you are appreciated and how vital your role is—not just in families, but in the very fabric of SayPro and the world we’re trying to build together.

Thank you.