The Emthanjeni Victim Empowerment(VEP) committee from Social Development in the Emthanjeni municipal area conducted an awareness program at the Orion High School in De Aar yesterday. According to a statement shared on the municipalities official social media this initiative was conducted to empower learners with knowledge in order to protect themselves from any harmful situation and to educate children on their rights. In light of the intention for this initiative, the campaign therefore focused on teenage pregnancy, gangsterism, HIV & AIDS and Substance abuse leading to rape with Grade 9 learners.
Journalist: Mbali Masiza
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