While the Springs Art gallery exhibited mind-blowing art pieces and intense story telling photographs at the launch of the Ekurhuleni Human Rights Exhibition, inmates at the Boksburg Prison were reminded that they too have human rights as the Mayor Clr Mondli Gungubele along with the Deputy Minister of Communications, Stella Ndabeni, endorsed the fundamental human right to education.
A total of 30 laptops and desktop computers were donated to inmates at the Boksburg Prison be used as part of the skills and development training curriculum at the facility.
Giving a young offender’s reflection of Human Rights Day, Tando Mokoena expressed his appreciation of having a government of second chances.
“We are often shunned by society because of the bad choices we have made. Yes, we admit our wrongs and understand that our rights are limited for our rectification and the safety of society.
“We are, however, grateful for the second chance and been given an opportunity to access education, a human right that will ensure we leave prison as better individuals,” said Mokoena.
Mayor Gungubele reassured the inmates that prison is not society’s wastebasket, but a place of correction where one can reflect on their mistakes and leave with education and valuable skills.
Meanwhile, at the Springs Art Gallery artists had an inspirational day where they expressed themselves through their portraits and art pieces narrating the significance of South Africa’s torturous historic epoch.
Learners from Ezibeleni School for Learners with Special Educational needs in Katlehong also joined in the celebrations of the day and translated their understating on the day through their artistic work.
Various artists also showcased their beautiful artwork work, which will be exhibited at the gallery from March 21 until May 31.
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