Champions Boy Child Empowerment and Protection on International Day of the Boy Child
BY : CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR KASiBC_AFRiCA
Gauteng Department of Social Development Champions Boy Child Empowerment and Protection on International Day of the Boy Child
The Gauteng Department of Social Development joins the global community in observing the International Day of the Boy Child, celebrated annually on 16 May, under the theme: “Building Self-Esteem in Boys: Stand Up, Be Heard, Be Seen.” This day serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to nurture, protect and empower boys to become responsible, confident and productive members of society. It also highlights the need to address social challenges affecting boys, including violence, substance abuse, mental health struggles, school dropout, absent parenting and exposure to crime.
The Gauteng Department of Social Development implements programmes and interventions aimed at supporting and uplifting the boy child across the province. Through parenting programmes, the Department continues to strengthen family structures while promoting positive parenting and responsible fatherhood. Vulnerable children are provided with care, protection and psychosocial support through Child and Youth Care Centres across the province.
The Department also continues to implement substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation programmes targeting young boys and youth at risk, while school and community awareness campaigns focus on issues such as genderbased violence prevention, mental health and social cohesion. In addition, the Department advances skills development and youth empowerment initiatives aimed at equipping young boys with life skills and economic opportunities to help them become self-reliant and active participants in society.
Psychosocial support services are also provided through social workers, community development practitioners and partner Non-Profit Organisations to ensure that young boys receive the guidance and support they need to thrive. MEC for Gauteng Social Development, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, said the day should encourage society to intentionally invest in the wellbeing and development of boys. “As government, we recognise that boys also face significant social and emotional challenges that require attention and support.
We must create safe spaces where boys can express themselves, receive guidance and grow into respectful and responsible men who contribute positively to society. The future of our communities depends on how we nurture and support our children today,” said MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko.
The MEC further called on families, schools, faith-based organisations, community leaders and civil society to work together in restoring positive values, discipline and hope among young boys. The Department is committed to protecting the rights and dignity of all children and ensuring that no child is left behind in the province’s social development agenda.
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