The road does not end here!
"What an amazing campaign. We've seen so many people coming to us asking for help in dealing with maintenance issues. We've also had maintenance defaulters, coming forward to rectify their own situations, in a bid to make a change. Please remember that even though the campaign comes to an end on December 10, 2010, my department will continue its work, to ensure that those who need help receive it. You are reminded to call us on 0800 220 250 to get the help you need!" For more information on 16 Days of Activism.
In addition to these key focus areas, the department also co-ordinates, funds and maintains a number of services, projects and facilities. Search the funding database.
A self-reliant society.
To ensure the provision of a comprehensive network of social development services that enables and empowers the poor, the vulnerable and those with special needs.
The above functions are often performed in partnership with other government departments, local authorities, private welfare agencies and a range of non-governmental organisations.
The provincial Department of Social Development has handed over the disbursement of social security (welfare) grants to the South African Social Security Agency.
The only grant it still manages is the Social Relief of Distress Award, which is a temporary grant of up to three months, awarded only in times of crisis or in the interim period before an applicant receives a permanent grant.
All welfare grants are now centrally managed by SASSA.
Consolidated Regulations to Children's Act No.