Reporting on violence against children, free online training
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The Children’s Institute at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Media Monitoring Africa invite you to apply to attend the free online training on reporting on violence against children.
This online training is loaded with valuable information on editorial and ethical guidelines, the law, and has a special focus on the hidden experiences of child sexual violence during COVID-19.
The training will cover:
- Insights into the nature and extent of sexual violence against children
- How to ensure children’s voices are represented ethically and safely
- Changes in risk and protective factors due to COVID-19.
Date: 26, 27 and 28 May 2020
Time: 12:00 to 13:30
Please submit your application online.
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UCT’s response to COVID-19 in 2021
COVID-19 is a global pandemic that caused President Cyril Ramaphosa to declare a national disaster in South Africa on 15 March 2020 and to implement a national lockdown from 26 March 2020.
UCT is taking the threat of infection in our university community extremely seriously, and this page will be updated regularly with the latest COVID-19 information. Please note that the information on this page is subject to change depending on current lockdown regulations.
Commemorating a year of COVID-19
At midnight on 26 March 2020, South African went into the first nationwide hard lockdown. A year later, we remember those who have died and those who have been affected by COVID-19, as well as the pandemic’s effects across society and campus. We are especially grateful for the front-line health workers who have done so much for so many.
Frequently asked questions
In an email to the UCT community, Vice-Chancellor Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng said:
“COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, is a rapidly changing epidemic. [...] Information [...] will be updated as and when new information becomes available.”
We are continuing to monitor the situation and we will be updating the UCT community regularly – as and when there are further updates. If you are concerned or need more information, students can contact the Student Wellness Service on 021 650 5620 or 021 650 1271 (after hours), while staff can contact 021 650 5685.