Awareness day

Today we observe World Autism Awareness Day. It is a day to raise global awareness about autism and celebrate individuals who are on the...

This year’s focus for World Social Work Day, which is celebrated annually on 18 March, is “Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for...

03 November marks the start of Disability Rights Awareness Month, which culminates in International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 03...

On 26 August 2024, Western Cape Minister of Social Development, Jaco Londt, joined Overstrand Municipality Mayor Annelie Rabie and NGO A21...

The Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD), together with the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA), and the non-profit...

In observing World Population Day, the Western Cape Department of Social Development calls on all residents to help support and care for the...

The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, or World Drug Day, is observed on 26 June annually. This year’s theme by...

With Child Protection Week commencing on Sunday, 19 May, this year, the Western Cape Department of Social Development wishes to emphasise...

During the month of May, when we commemorate Child Protection Month, the Western Cape Department of Social Development will ramp up its...

Throughout the month of March, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) has been celebrating inspiring social service...