Home/Employee Survey Employee Survey – Spiritual Leave Questionnaire – Spiritual LeaveThis confidential survey aims to understand how employees experience and manage ancestral callings (ukuthwasa) and what support they may need from the SAST.1. Have you ever experienced or are you currently experiencing an ancestral calling (ukuthwasa)?*Yes, I have completed ukuthwasaYes, I am currently undergoing ukuthwasaI believe I may be called but have not started the processNoPrefer not to sayClear selection2. If you have undergone or are undergoing ukuthwasa, did or do you feel supported by the SAST during this time?*Fully supported (leave, understanding, flexibility)Somewhat supportedSomewhat supportedNot applicablePrefer not to sayClear selection3. Do you believe there is a need for a formal “Spiritual Leave” policy to support employees undergoing ukuthwasa or similar traditional spiritual callings?*Yes, absolutelyYes, to some extent UnsureNo, not necessaryPrefer not to sayClear selection4.(i) What kind of support would be most helpful from SAST during ukuthwasa?(Select all that apply)*Paid or unpaid spiritual leaveFlexible work arrangementsCultural sensitivity and understanding from managementConfidential HR supportProtection from stigma or discriminationOther ( Please specify in 4(ii) ) Clear selection4. (ii) If you selected ‘Other’ for the previous question 4(i), please specify in the text box below. Otherwise, you may skip this question.Clear selection5. Do you think a formal recognition of ukuthwasa and similar practices in SAST policy would improve employee well-being and inclusivity?*Strongly agreeStrongly agreeNeutralDisagreeStrongly disagreeClear selectionRestart
