child safety holiday season

Wrapping Up the 2023 School Year: Anchor the Joy with Safety Precautions

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The Department of Social Development (DSD) warns parents and caregivers to be extra careful about their children’s location during the festive season, especially in public areas such as beaches and shopping centers. Children being inadvertently left behind on beaches is a recurring issue, but the DSD has implemented protective measures like the IdentiKidz project to ensure their safety. The DSD advises parents to seek help from law enforcement in case of unfortunate incidents and to celebrate responsibly to ensure a memorable and joyous festive season.

gender-based violence human chain initiative

A United Front Against Gender-Based Violence: Wale Street’s Human Chain Initiative

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In Cape Town, a human chain was formed to show support for victims and survivors of genderbased violence (GBV). The Western Cape Government has pledged to continue fighting GBV all year round and has trained community ambassadors to be the first line of defense against GBV. People are encouraged to take personal responsibility in fighting GBV and to make changes within their communities. Victims and survivors can receive help through the Department of Social Development’s tollfree number or by sending an SMS.