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Media Advisory: SAHRC launch, stakeholder engagement and dialogue session for the SHiNE project
26 November 2023
Attention: Editors and Reporters
The South African Human Rights Commission (the Commission) in the Northern Cape Province will embark on events aligned with the Social Harmony through National Effort (SHiNE) Project. The SHiNE initiatives aim to promote social harmony and understanding among the diverse communities in the country, recognising the importance of dialogue, compassion, and mutual respect. This is an important initiative to address the historical challenges of colonisation and apartheid, and work towards aligning the nation's culture with its Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Encouraging self-reflection, family discussions, and sharing personal stories are effective ways to foster understanding and empathy among individuals.
Attention: Editors and Reporters
The South African Human Rights Commission (the Commission) in the Northern Cape Province will embark on events aligned with the Social Harmony through National Effort (SHiNE) Project. The SHiNE initiatives aim to promote social harmony and understanding among the diverse communities in the country, recognising the importance of dialogue, compassion, and mutual respect. This is an important initiative to address the historical challenges of colonisation and apartheid, and work towards aligning the nation's culture with its Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Encouraging self-reflection, family discussions, and sharing personal stories are effective ways to foster understanding and empathy among individuals.
The events are scheduled to take place as follows:
The SHiNE Launch Event
Date : Monday, 27 November 2023
Time : 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Venue : Belurana River Manor (2B Schroder St), Upington
This event marks the commencement of a transformative initiative aimed at celebrating diversity and promoting unity through the power of personal narratives.
SHiNE Stakeholder Engagement Session
Immediately following the launch, a Stakeholder Engagement Session is planned at the same venue. This session aims to gather esteemed stakeholders for collaborative discussions, initiatives, and partnerships in advancing the objectives of the SHiNE Project.
SHiNE Dialogue Session
Date : Tuesday, 28 November 2023
Time : 10:00 AM to 13:00 AM
Venue : Belurana River Manor (2B Schroder St), Upington
The Dialogue Session will focus on storytelling as a means to bridge differences and nurture unity within our diverse community.
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Prepared by the Northern Cape Provincial Office of the South African Human Rights Commission.
For further information contact Mr. Anthony Wyngaard, Acting Provincial Manager, at Tel: 054 332 3993 / Cell: 074 134 6972; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Mr. Buyisile July, Advocacy and Research Consultant at Tel: 054 332 3993 / Cell: 072 949 7578; Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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