27 July 2021
ATT: Editors and Reporters
Following complaints of racism raised during peaceful protests on Monday, 31 May 2021, the SAHRC initiated an investigation into the environment and pupil’s experiences at Cornwall Hill College.
The investigation shall inquire into, make findings, report on and make recommendations concerning allegations of racism, lack of diversity and transformation at the College, taking into consideration the Constitution and other relevant legislation, policies and guidelines.
Members of the school management, Board of Directors, pupils (former and current), parents, staff, and interested parties are invited to make written submissions to the Commission in order to fully address the issues for investigation. The Commission will receive both written and oral submissions for the purposes of this investigation.
Written submissions must reach the Commission by Friday, 03 September 2021.
Written submissions may be submitted via:
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For further information contact the Gauteng Provincial Office of the South African Human Rights Commission: Buang Jones, Provincial Manager, C: 078 617 0476; E: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Ms. Thenjiswa Jonas, Legal officer: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.