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Promoting the safety and wellness of young people through safeguarding /child protection and wellbeing promoting work.

Episodes

  1. Suicide Prevention and Safeguarding

    09/30/2024

    Suicide Prevention and Safeguarding

    In this episode of the Safeguarding Africa podcast, Mandisa Mtembu speaks with educational psychologist Stacey Lee Watson-Jacobs about the critical issue of suicide prevention among young people. They discuss the various mental health challenges that can lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and the impact of social media. Stacey provides insights into the definitions of self-harm, suicidal ideation, and the importance of understanding these concepts for effective intervention. The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication, education for parents, and the role of adults in creating safe environments for young people. They also address common myths surrounding suicide and the importance of seeking professional help. The episode concludes with practical advice for aftercare following a suicide attempt, highlighting the need for a supportive community and ongoing education.

    47 min
  2. Safeguarding and Neurodivergency

    09/13/2024

    Safeguarding and Neurodivergency

    In this episode of the Safeguarding Africa podcast, host Mandisa Mtembu engages with educational psychologist Masego Morobane to explore the intersection of psychology, safeguarding, and child protection. Masego shares her personal journey into psychology, the importance of understanding educational psychology, and the challenges faced by neurodivergent children. The conversation delves into the roles of assessments, therapy, and medication, as well as the risks and stigma associated with neurodiversity. Masego emphasizes the need for informed parents, teachers, and community members to support children effectively and highlights the importance of creating safe environments for all children.

    1h 12m
  3. Child Protection Law w/Moyahabo Thoka

    08/09/2024

    Child Protection Law w/Moyahabo Thoka

    Moyahabo Thoka, a legal researcher and attorney at the Center for Child Law in South Africa. They discuss the intersection of law and child protection, focusing on topics such as education, birth registration, migrant children, child care protection, social assistance, children's rights to environmental justice, children and the criminal justice system, and children with disabilities. They also address misconceptions about the Bella Bill, which includes provisions for comprehensive sex education and expanded definitions of child abuse. The conversation emphasizes the importance of providing children with the information and support they need to make informed decisions and protect their rights. The conversation explores the responsibilities of different stakeholders in protecting and safeguarding children. The SACE Code of Conduct guides educators in their role as caregivers and advocates for children. Family members are expected to act in the best interest of the child and report any abuse or neglect. Community members also have a responsibility to report any signs of abuse or harmful behavior towards children. The law is there to protect children, and there are various avenues for seeking help and guidance, including legal NGOs and organizations like the Center for Child Law. https://youtu.be/fgaeXxOuOBY

    1h 1m
  4. Safeguarding Children: Minimising Secondary Abuse

    06/29/2024

    Safeguarding Children: Minimising Secondary Abuse

    In this episode we speak to Monique Strydom founder of Matla a Bana an organisation that focuses on supporting children who report rape and abuse against them. Their aim is minimise secondary abuse in children while reporting a crime.

    1h 8m
  5. Intentional Parenting as a Safeguarding Measure

    06/06/2024

    Intentional Parenting as a Safeguarding Measure

    We speak to Namhla Nxasana-Duma on her approach to safeguarding as an intentional parent of 3.

    59 min
  6. Mental Health Care & Safeguarding: Two Sides of The Same Coin

    05/24/2024

    Mental Health Care & Safeguarding: Two Sides of The Same Coin

    On this seminal episode, we discussed safeguarding and the importance of destigmatising mental illness for African youth.

    32 min

  7. 05/07/2024

    Breaking the Ice with Mandisa and Xoliswa

    Mandisa and Xoliswa introduce the Podcast and themselves.

    20 min
  8. The Impact of peer-to-peer abuse on the child

    SEASON 1, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    The Impact of peer-to-peer abuse on the child

    Ongoing bullying has a negative impact on a child's growth. Listen to CEO of Safeguarding Africa speak on how we can deal with this.

    2 min

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Promoting the safety and wellness of young people through safeguarding /child protection and wellbeing promoting work.

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  • Episodes
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