09 September - Human Rights

Today we were joined Instudio by Clive van Zyl – Manager of the Monte Rosa home for the aged. This centre is owned by Badisa, which acts as an umbrella for numerous other organisations that assist people in various ways. We briefly spoke about Badisa’s function as a whole, and focused on Monte Rosa, specifically with regards to elder abuse. For more information, you can call Badisa on (021) 957 7130 or the Monte Rosa Home on (021) 423 8173. You can also check out their website on www.badisa.org.za

Lenin Nzulu Gona – from the Social Justice Coalition were also here today. The Social Justice Coalition is an independent group that believes in freedom, equality, non-violence and human rights, and was launched in June 25th. One of their aims is to actively use the South African Constitution to ensure that private and governmental policies and conduct are always based on consideration of the needs of poor and marginalised people. He told us more about what they do. If you want more information contact their offices on (021) 422 1490 or him on 073 637 9418.
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And our last interview was with Anthea Van Der Berg - from the Centre for Rural Legal Studies. Based in Stellenbosch, The Centre for Rural Legal Studies is a non-profit organisation that promotes a sustainable rural culture where resources are equally distributed. Anthea works in the Law Clinic and provides farm workers with legal advice and support services on labour issues. We spoke about the Centre as well as the role of the Law Clinic. If you want any information you can call the Centre for Rural Legal Studies on (021) 883 8032 or visit their website www.crls.org.za