AMANZIMTOTI police station and the Amanzimtoti Community Police Forum (CPF) facilitated an awareness workshop for learners at Warner Beach Preparatory School recently.
The school joined the Social Crime Prevention Campaign of the Amanzimtoti police station’s Social Crime Prevention team and Amanzimtoti CPF. They thank the principal and teachers for prioritising the safety and protection of their learners.
“The aim of the campaign is firstly to educate the children and society at large on the risks to their safety and to equip them with safety information, resources, as well as physical and online situational awareness.
Our second goal is to connect local stakeholders and role-players to encourage partnerships and a sense of ownership in addressing the issues in each neighbourhood,” said Amanzimtoti CPF public relations officer Estelle van Eeden.
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The CPF thanks Norman Lavery, chairperson, and Craig Upton, deputy chairperson of the Warner Beach South Neighbourhood Watch, as well as CCPO (Community Crime Prevention Organisation), for participating in the workshop and presenting to the learners on the community policing initiatives in Warner Beach.
Sergeant Nondumiso Mncwabe and Constable Nkululeko Gwala, from the Amanzimtoti police station, welcomed learners and informed them of the victim-friendly services available at the police station.
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CPF chairperson Merlene Matthew, spoke about human trafficking and exploitation prevention by exploring red flags and safety tips. Van Eeden, also a part of Sparrow Trust, presented on cyber safety.
“We also thank the Department of Community Safety and Liaison for attending the event. Every workshop is an opportunity to reduce the risk of our children being vulnerable. Together, we are creating change towards a safer community,” said Van Eeden.
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