National Child Protection Week kicked off on Sunday and will continue to Sunday 5 June.
Government calls on all South Africans to support Child Protection Week by ensuring the most vulnerable in our society do not suffer abuse.
Get help
The Department of Social Development has a pilot 24-hour call centre:. The toll-free number to call is 0800 428 428 to speak to a social worker for assistance and counselling.
Callers can also request a social worker from the Command Centre to contact them by dialling *120*7867# (free) from any cellphone.. Childline South Africa: 0800 055 555. Child Welfare South Africa: 0861 4 CHILD (24453)/011 452 4110/e-mail: info@childwelfaresa.org.za
