The EMPD Spiritual Care Unit recently hosted a Men’s Dialogue. The dialogue was aimed at addressing critical issues faced by male officers in their personal and professional lives.

CoE spokesperson Zweli Dalmini said the event was well attended by EMPD officers across various precincts.

“Present at the event was the acting HOD, Dr Tsholofelo Koopedi, and acting chief of police Ockert Bezuidenhout, showing strong leadership support for the initiative,” he said.

The dialogue featured four key panel discussions, covering health issues, marital affairs and relationships, financial management, and addictions and gambling.

EMPD officers engaged meaningfully with the panelists, asking questions and sharing concerns. Bezuidenhout emphasised the importance of supporting members struggling with addiction or personal challenges.

He urged supervisors to play a proactive role by referring affected employees to the relevant support structures within the department.

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