The campaign took place in two schools, Mikateka Primary School and PS Tsosane in Ivory Park. Pupils were taught about abuse, where and how to report cases of abuse and how it affects victims, especially in cases when someone has been sexually abused and infected with a sexually transmitted disease or falls pregnant. The team also spoke about human trafficking; and emphasised to the children that they must not keep silent if someone touches their bodies inappropriately.
Ivory Park police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Neldah Sekgobela said children must be taught about abuse. “Some children are abused and do not know who to tell. We are taking this campaign to schools to tell children that abuse is not a secret they must keep.”
The campaign also touched on the topic of HIV/Aids to commemorate World Aids Day. Lindokuhle Zwane of Right to Care advised boys who want to get circumcised to go to Ivory Park North Hall on 10 December, with their parents or guardians, to get circumcised. Boys from 10 years of age and over will be circumcised free of charge.
Details: Ivory Park Police Station 011 990 9600.
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