Welfare workshop trains on domestic violence

Domestic violence was in the spotlight when Kingsburgh Child Welfare conducted a stakeholders networking forum training workshop on Thursday, 24 May.

At the AECI-funded initiative, stakeholders in the community, including from Toti SAPS, clinic sisters, Safer City representatives and Turning Point staff, were trained in domestic violence and the impacts of exposure to domestic violence, trauma and dysfunctional family units.

“The aim was to liaise and network with stakeholders in the community such as schools, clinics, youth clubs, as well as faith-based organisations,” said chairman of Kingsburgh Child Welfare, Jenny Smith. “Our training focused on the daily struggles and multiple issues affecting safety, wellness and empowerment of the people in our community.”

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Points discussed at the workshop included:

* Domestic violence is a problem that affects all groups of people.

* Unemployment and poverty and the stress it causes.

* High levels of alcoholism stemming from stress of life is a contributing factor to domestic violence.

* Children left unattended or unsupervised when women go to work and are vulnerable.

* Many individuals do not know their rights in terms of domestic violence.

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Any one or any organisation wanting training or information on domestic violence. can call Welfare on 031-916-2274.