News and Speeches for Ministry of Social Development
Child Protection Month: Atlantis parents eager to provide places of safety
31 May 2023When a child is being abused, neglected, or exploited, they are in need of care and protection. The Western Cape Department of Social Development’s (WCDSD) social workers must often step in to ensure the safeguarding of a vulnerable child. Read More
Child Protection Month: Parental Responsibilities
24 May 2023In the build-up to Child Protection Week, observed from 29 May to 05 June, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (WCDSD) has been raising awareness about its child protection services. Read More
Child Protection Month: Children with disabilities deserve protection too
17 May 2023“We need to remember that every child is my child. Every child deserves to be acknowledged and seen as such and not for their disability.” – Pumeza Ngumla, Disabled Children’s Action Group. Read More
Child Protection Month: Giving vulnerable children a safe home
10 May 2023“If you have the means to give a vulnerable child love, care, and stability – please do not hesitate to do so. Sometimes we envision the mountain to be so much bigger than it truly is.” – Moeshfieka Botha. Read More
Western Cape Department of Social Development Winter Readiness Plan is in place
8 May 2023The Western Cape Government (WCG) is implementing plans ahead of the winter season to ensure that it has the appropriate mitigation measures in place to assist should disasters occur. Read More
Child Protection Month: All Children Should Be Protected
1 May 2023May is Child Protection Month, a month in which we raise awareness about the rights of children as enshrined in the Constitution. Read More
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