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the Department of Social Development (DSD) and a coalition of partners of World Adoption Day on 13 November 2025, with a collaborative outreach focused on supporting children, families, and communities. The engagement emphasized the importance of ensuring that every child grows up in a safe and loving home.
What Happened?
The event brought together government departments, NGOs, and private sector partners offering direct services to the public. Participating stakeholders included SAVF, CMR, EasyPay, FNB, the Department of Health, Home Affairs, and Justice and Constitutional Development.
Attendees received assistance ranging from adoption counseling, health screenings, and ID applications to financial literacy education and gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) awareness programs. The event highlighted that adoption is not only a legal process but also a social commitment to family stability and community care.
Official Response
A DSD representative noted that adoption awareness remains a key part of South Africa’s child protection efforts.
“This engagement shows what can happen when we work together — every department, every partner — to make sure children are not left behind,” the spokesperson said.
The department commended partners for their ongoing collaboration in improving family support systems and expanding access to adoption services nationwide.
Community Impact
Local families who attended expressed gratitude for the onsite services and educational support. Many said the initiative made critical information more accessible, especially for rural and low-income communities.
Stakeholders agreed that cross-sector partnerships are essential to tackle the social and economic challenges facing vulnerable children and families. The event concluded with a shared pledge to strengthen adoption networks and raise ongoing awareness beyond World Adoption Day.
