Child welfare’s doors to stay open

DESPITE being faced with financial difficulties, Child Welfare South Africa (CWSA) has assured the public that it will not be closing down.

This statement follows recent media publications which portrayed Child Welfare South Africa (CWSA) in a negative light.

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“Similar to the situation of most NGOs in the country, CWSA is experiencing challenges which are related to finances and this has impacted on the staff as well as its operations,” Dr Benny Obayi, acting national executive director, said in a statement.

“The national board and the management of CWSA, however, wish to assure the public that the organisation is working tirelessly to address the situation and the impacts.”

The organisation, which is based in Glen Marais and has a branch in Kempton Park, said it would continue to provide the many services it offers to the community, the most important being child protection.

“We will continue to uphold our call to duty towards our member organisations who render services daily to children, as well as advocate for the rights and the protection of children in our country.”

Furthermore, CWSA assured that it has implemented measures to address the current challenges.

These include setting up a committee to review the challenges and make recommendations on the way forward; strengthening its focus on income development; as well as focusing on rebuilding the trust and favourable working relationships with its various partners.

“CWSA’s management will continue to work hard to ensure that the organisation, staff and our member organisations continue to provide the required services to the communities and the children in need.”