Government calls on all South Africans to support Child Protection Week which commences on May 29 and comes to a close on June 4.
According to the South African Government, National Child Protection Week is commemorated in the country annually to raise awareness of the rights of children as articulated in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and Children’s Act 38 of 2005.
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The campaign is led by the Department of Social Development in partnership with key government departments and civil society organisations rendering child-protection services.
It is in our hands to stop the cycle of neglect, abuse, violence and exploitation of children,” government said on their official website.
Getting help:
The Department of Social Development has a pilot 24-hour call centre dedicated to providing support and counselling to victims of gender-based violence:
• The toll-free number to call is 0800 428 428 (0800 GBV GBV) to speak to a social worker for assistance and counselling.
• Callers can also request a social worker from the Command Centre to contact them by dialling *120*7867# (free) from any cell phone.
You can also get help at:
• Childline South Africa: 0800 055 555
• Child Welfare South Africa: 0861 4 CHILD (24453) / 011 452 4110 / email: info@childwelfaresa.org.za
