In joining the call for the elimination of all forms of gender-based violence and protection of survivors of violence, Correctional Services Minister Sibusiso Ndebele will participate in the campaign on the 16 days of activism on no violence against women, children and people with disabilities on Wednesday, 27 November 2013, at the Johannesburg Correctional Centre.
This year’s event will be held under the theme: “Vikela Mzansi - Kwanele! Correctional Services and Communities United in Preventing Violence against Women and Children”.
Through the campaign, the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will raise awareness of rehabilitation programmes for offenders convicted of crimes of violence against women and children. These programmes are geared towards positively influencing the behaviour of offenders, as well as facilitation of their reintegration back into communities as changed persons.
Details of the event are as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 27 November 2013
Time: 10h00
Venue: Johannesburg Correctional Centre, Naturena, Johannesburg
Members of the media are requested to confirm their attendance with Tshidi Mapole: 076 478 3620 or matshidiso.mapole@dcs.gov.za.
Enquiries:
Logan Maistry
Cell: 083 644 4050
