Department of Community Safety to fund youth programmes

Loyiso Langeni
09 November 2013

The Western Cape Department of Community Safety will be providing funding for youth initiatives over the festive season.

MEC Dan Plato said to increase safety effectively, the whole of society’s contribution is needed, because safety is everyone’s responsibility and it is necessary to look across society to find solutions. 

The Department will monitor the implementation of these initiatives. 

Ministerial Spokesperson Greg Wagner said the programmes must be focused on the youth and must be educational, cultural or sports based with the aim of building self esteem and confidence among our youth.

Wagner added that the project should encourage should encourage the youth to seek positive direction in life.

“If members of the public would like to get more information about the programme and find out how they can apply, they can contact the department on 021 483 3971” Wagner added. 

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