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MINISTERIAL VISIT TO TACKLE ELDER ABUSE

Thursday, 23 May 2013

Media Advisory

In an on-going effort to tackle the problem of elder abuse, the Department of Social Development will this weekend host a community engagement event in Mpumalanga with the view to finding a lasting solution to the problem. The gathering will be hosted by the Deputy Minister for Social Development, Mrs Maria Ntuli.

The gathering aims to give older persons an opportunity to engage with the Deputy Minister on critical issues affecting their lives. This is to allow them to participate in decision-making on issues affecting them and making them aware of their rights, including the right not to be abused.

Monday, 13 May 2013

Media Advisory

During the recent Budget Vote Speech in Parliament, the Minister of Social Development, Ms Bathabile Dlamini highlighted the importance of strengthening South African families. This is the essence of the White Paper on Families which aims to put families at the centre of government interventions.

To mark the International Day for Families, the Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mrs Bongi Maria Ntuli will host an outreach programme with local communities under the EMthonjaneni Local Municipality, Melmoth-KwaZulu-Natal Province.

Monday, 13 May 2013

Media Statement

Youth with albinism have pleaded with Minister for Social Development, Ms Bathabile Dlamini, and her Department to help dispel myths around albinism and help them access equal opportunities in education and work. This was during a dialogue meeting for youth with albinism hosted by the Department of Social Development in Gugulethu, Cape Town.