News and Speeches for Department of Social Development
Increase in demand for Gender-Based Violence Services
31 August 2022As Women’s Month draws to a close, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez has made an appeal for the wellbeing and safety of women, particularly those experiencing various forms of Read More
Department of Social Development encourages carers to use parenting programmes
16 August 2022This Women’s Month and 365 days of the year, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) encourages parents in the province to use the various parenting programmes offered by the Department. Read More
Women's Day: Ministers’ Fernandez and Marais address Prince Albert community
10 August 2022On Tuesday, 09 August 2022, the Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez and the Western Cape Minister for Cultural Affairs and Sport, Anroux Marais, addressed community members and several key stakeholders at a ‘Celebration of... Read More
Department of Social Development offers counselling for women in need
3 August 2022Women are the bedrock of our society, and it is imperative that they have available to them the support services they may need to lead successful and full lives. Read More
Min. Fernandez raises concerns about SASSA’s inability to secure office space
27 July 2022I have written to the National Minister of Social Development, Ms Lindiwe Zulu, to request an urgent meeting regarding the serious concerns I have with the South African Social Security Agency’s (SASSA) inability to secure proper office space for... Read More
Social Development supports 1 466 families affected by natural disasters
21 July 2022The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is one of several government institutions responsible for addressing the humanitarian relief needs of vulnerable groups in response to natural disasters, such as floods, droughts, and fires. Read More
Minister Fernandez and DSD Staff Support Care Home for Persons with Disabilities
18 July 2022On Mandela Day, 18 July 2022, the Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Sharna Fernandez in collaboration with staff from the Provincial Department of Social Development (DSD) generously handed over blankets, toiletries and several other... Read More
Western Cape DSD services remain operational amidst continuous load shedding
12 July 2022As it increasingly appears unlikely that Eskom will fix its constrained electricity system shortly, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) has had to implement contingency measures to ensure that social development services remain... Read More
WC DSD supports 2722 Non-Government Organisations (NGOs)
5 July 2022The Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, remains committed to supporting thousands of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) that reach out to the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) through its various... Read More
Western Cape DSD observes World Day against Trafficking in Persons
30 June 2022On the 30 July each year, governments across the globe observe World Day against Trafficking in Persons. Human trafficking is a global phenomenon that requires a global solution. Read More
Western Cape DSD reduces foster care backlog as deadline looms
28 June 2022The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) has made steady progress in reducing the 2017 backlog of foster care order extensions. Presently, a total of 37 300 children are in foster care in the Western Cape. Read More
Minister Fernandez engages Saartjie Baartman’s Centre for Women and children
24 June 2022On Thursday 23 June 2022, the Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, engaged with the Saartjie Baartman’s Centre for Women and Children (SBCWC) on the facility’s substance abuse programme for women who have been victims of... Read More
Public urged to verify the status of Substance Abuse Treatment Centres
21 June 2022The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is urging the public to ensure that their loved ones are placed in a registered substance use disorder (SUD) treatment facility for increased chances of their loved ones sustaining their... Read More
SANCA Drug Awareness Week: Most people seeking treatment for ‘Tik’ addiction
20 June 2022The latest Phase 50 report (2022) compiled by the South African Community Epidemiology Network on Drug Use (SACENDU) reveals that in the Western Cape, the primary substances of use reported by 36 specialist treatment centres/programmes between the... Read More
YOUTH DAY: Minister Fernandez hosts Youth Day Expo in Nyanga
17 June 2022In commemoration of Youth Day, Thursday 16 June 2022, the Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez hosted Read More
Department of Social Development observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
15 June 2022In observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, recognized on Wednesday, 15 June 2022, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is calling on the public to join hands in protecting the rights and concerns of our senior citizens 365... Read More
YOUTH DAY - The WC Social Development Department hosts Youth Café Expo
15 June 2022In line with the National theme for Youth Month: “Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods and resilience of young people for a better tomorrow, ” on Thursday, 16 June 2022, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD), will be hosting a Youth... Read More
Min. Fernandez welcomes R36 million newly renovated Child and Youth Care Centre
13 June 2022The Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, welcomes the completion of the R36 million newly renovated Outeniekwa Child and Youth Care Centre (CYCC) located in George. Read More
Minister Fernandez engages Athlone community on Child Protection Services
2 June 2022As we continue to commemorate Child Protection Week, on Wednesday 01 June 2022, the Western Cape Minister for Social Development, Sharna Fernandez, engaged residents from Athlone community in an effort to raise awareness of the basket of child... Read More
Child Protection Week: Working Together to safeguard Children with Disabilities
2 June 2022As we commemorate Child Protection Week, we must be mindful that children with disabilities often require specialised support. Read More
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