Sikhula Sonke & child protection 

Sikhula Sonke wholeheartedly advocates support for promotion of the rights, care and protection of children, and through its work actively creates "safe and healthy environments for children". Safe spaces in which children can learn, grow, be loved and prepare for their future. 

Sikhula Sonke also invests in the caregivers of these children through programmes like our Family Community Motivator Programme and others. 

Why a green ribbon?

The green refers to life and growth.

• By wearing the Green Ribbon it shows that you care and support Child Protection Week
  
• The Green Ribbon lets victims and survivors know that we are united in their support.
  
• It emphasizes the importance of partnerships to tackle child abuse, neglect and exploitation
  

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South africa & cpw

National Child Protection Week (CPW) is commemorated in South Africa annually to raise awareness of the rights of children as articulated in the Children's Act of 2005.

The campaign that began in 1997 also aims to mobilise all sectors of society to ensure the care and protection of children. The campaign is led by the Minister of Social Development; however it is incumbent on all of us to play a role in protecting children and creating a safe and secure environment for them.The 2014 theme for the week is “ a safe and healthy environment for children”.

Find out more about this Child Protection Week here

What are the outcomes?

The planned events are aimed at the following outcomes:

1. To create awareness of child protection based on the recent reported incidents of gross child abuse which include rape, sexual abuse and trafficking of children amongst others of significant note like neglect
2. To build a foundation for a solid relationship between organisations of the state and those civil society which is currently more of an ad hoc basis.
3. To initiate a process whereby service level agreements are agreed that willenhance partnerships in dealing with children’s issues.
4. Further development of social dialogues by children and with  children, so that we can shape programmes that will ensure their protection and development into a brighter future.

Program of events: 26-30 may

Monday 09h00 - 17h00: Launch of Child Protection week  Open library;  dances, dramas & music;  exhibitions
Harare Square, Ncumo Road, Harare, Khayelitsha

Tuesday: Round table discussions 
What are the real issues faced by our children? Let’s talk!
Masibambane Hall - Lovelife, Y-Centre, Harare Square Ncumo Road,  Khayelitsha

Wednesday: Children learn & play times
Visit our mobile toy library, enjoy our learning spaces
Various sites including Kuyasa, Monwabisi Park, Harare Square

Thursday: Road shows / pamphleteering 
Join us in handing out pamphlets & educating about child safety
Led by SAPS, Metro Police and other community  organizations

Friday: Celebration & signing of pledges 
Rounding off Child Protection Week and setting the stage for Child Month 
Kuyasa Primary School, Kuyasa, Khayelitsha

For more information

Please contact:  Ntutu Mtwana
Volunteer & Safety Coordinator: VPUU
Compliance & Auxiliary Services
Stocks & Stocks Bld: Khayelitsha
Tel: 021 360 3220
Fax: 021 400 3990
Mobile: 072 282 8830/082 838 8573
Email: [email protected]

our partners in raising awareness of child protection week