The Commission’s (SHiNE) initiative is intended to deal with the myriad of social and economic challenges faced by the country which are eclipsed only by the levels of inequality and disharmony in the country as a whole. In line with the objectives of the SHiNE initiative, the South African Policy for older persons “calls for changes in attitudes and practices at all levels in all sectors so that enormous potential of ageing may be realized. It promotes that older persons should age with security and dignity, and also empower themselves to participate within their families and communities.”

Against this premise, the Commission’s Eastern Cape provincial office will be hosting an online discussion on how intergenerational social cohesion can promote digital literacy. The objective of this discussion is to highlight how relevant government departments and stakeholders can contribute to the development of digital literacy for older persons, leaving no-one behind.

The session is scheduled to take place as follows:

Date:    28 September 2023

Venue: Microsoft Teams

Time:   17:30 – 18:30

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For further information, contact the SAHRC Provincial Manager, Dr Eileen Carter @ 043 722 7828/072 638 9016 or email on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and Zukiswa N Mqakanya @ 043 722 7828 or email on: zmqakanya@sahrc.org.za