George Municipality partners with Kidstop to empower parents through training programme

In the photo above, Sivuyile Mtila, Acting Director of Community Services at the time, with some of the participants of the three-day Parent Training Programme hosted by George Municipality in partnership with Kidstop. Due to the vulnerability of the people involved, there faces are not being shown

George Municipality, in partnership with the organisation Kidstop, recently hosted a three-day Parent Training Programme aimed at empowering vulnerable parents currently living on the streets. A total of 15 participants attended the programme, which focused on strengthening parenting knowledge, building life skills and encouraging family unity.

The training covered a range of important topics including the rights and responsibilities of children and parents, budgeting and financial planning, different parenting styles, self-care, the role of fathers, and the impact of substance use on an unborn child.

The programme forms part of the Municipality’s ongoing commitment to social development and community upliftment, particularly among vulnerable groups.

The primary aim of the training was to educate parents, raise awareness around responsible parenting, strengthen relationships and promote family unity within the community.

George Municipality’s Sivuyile Mtila, Acting Director of Community Services at the time, also engaged with participants during the programme, interacting with them and encouraging their continued commitment to building healthier family environments.