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DSD partners with United Nations Development Programme for strengthened social services

The Western Cape Department of Social Development has partnered with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in a bold move to...

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Local Government civic education municipal videos

What is Local Government? What are Municipalities? What are Municipal Services? What is a Responsive Citizen? What can I expect from my...

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Know your government

Government in South Africa is divided into 3 spheres: National, Provincial and Local. Each sphere's responsibility is outlined in the...

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Western Cape Government announces plans for portion of Tafelberg site

Joint Media Release by Ministers Tertuis Simmers and Jaco Londt Today, Provincial Ministers Tertuis Simmers and Jaco Londt announced the...

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DSD-Health Foundation agreement a step towards more resilient NGOS

On 28 January 2025, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with The Health...

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Parents/Guardians: No holiday from protecting your children

I know many people are already in the holiday spirit, but the stark reality is that amidst the joy and festivities, there are those for whom...

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Services to Families Programme

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Social Development's Care and Support Services to Families Programme aims to promote functional families and to prevent vulnerabi

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Research Ethics Committee

All research undertaken in or about the Western Cape Department of Social Development falls within the scope of the Department's Research Ethics Committee (REC). 

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Get involved and become a safety parent

The Department of Social Development recognises the family as the best place for a child to flourish and develop, but there are instances...

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How to protect your children from online predators

The Internet is a great space and resource for children and teenagers, giving them access to a vast wealth of information. This new age of...

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