In a world where injustice can sometimes feel insurmountable, it is heartening to observe the proactive actions taken by the South African Department of Social Development. They have embarked on an initiative to consult with children on the National Strategic Plan on GenderBased Violence and Femicide (NSPGBVF). This consultation process has taken place in multiple provinces such as Gauteng, Western Cape, Northern Cape, KwaZuluNatal, North West, and Limpopo. The department intends to expand this initiative to Free State and Mpumalanga on the 23rd of September.
Swartland Municipality, located in the Western Cape of South Africa, has significantly improved community engagement by launching the first online Integrated Development Plan (IDP) in the region. The webbased solution, affectionately known as the “IDP in Your Pocket,” has received acclaim for being userfriendly and accessible.