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The police in Odendalsrus and stakeholders conducted a school-based awareness campaign at the Eldoret High School on Thursday 23 April, reaching 317 female learners with messages on crime prevention and safety.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative, which started at 12:00, forms part of National Instruction 6 of 2022 on Partnership Policing and the Safety Framework. The campaign focused on protecting and empowering the girl child.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A multidisciplinary team delivered the programme, comprising Social Crime Prevention, the Domestic Violence unit, the Department of Correctional Services, a social worker of the Department of Education, a representative of Ex-Offenders (Odendalsrus), and Pastor Sejake of the NG Kerk Block 4 (Spiritual Crime Prevention).\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sejake opened the session with a prayer and scripture reading.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learners received information on bullying, teenage pregnancy, behavioural challenges, possession of dangerous weapons, consequences of victimisation, and substance abuse.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The campaign placed particular focus on cyberbullying, addressing its harmful impact and legal implications. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Presenters also covered provisions of the Child Justice Act, educating learners on accountability and consequences of criminal activities. The session encouraged learners to prioritise their well-being, foster mutual respect, and support one another.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Members of the police force in Odendaalsrus said it remains committed to strengthening partnerships and implementing proactive initiatives aimed at creating safer school environments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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