Seniors speak out at community engagement in Brixton
A packed Brixton Multipurpose Centre saw elderly residents share their concerns with law enforcement and government representatives during a dedicated community engagement.
The Brixton Multipurpose Centre was filled with senior citizens during an elderly community engagement, hosted by the South African Police Service (SAPS).
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The event created a platform for older residents to engage directly with law enforcement and several government entities about issues affecting them in their communities. Some seniors travelled from as far as Carletonville to attend the gathering, eager to share their concerns and experiences.
Representatives from Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD), the office of the public protector, and the South African Human Rights Commission were among those present to listen and engage with attendees.
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Throughout the session, seniors raised concerns about safety in their communities, the growing impact of drugs, and frustrations around policing.
@caxtonjoburgnorthWATCH: Senior citizens share their thoughts on law enforcement within their communities, and changes they’d like to see implemented, at an elderly community engagement held at the Brixton Multipurpose Centre. Video: Neo Phashe #Northcliff #Melville #lawenforcement
Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Policing Major General Fred Kekana also addressed the gathering after listening to the concerns raised.
More on the discussions that took place during the engagement, as well as responses from officials, will be featured in this week’s print edition of the Northcliff Melville Times.
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