Building a good nation in Manenberg : a case study of the Manenberg Community Work Programme (CWP)
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2015-09
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Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR), Braamfontein, ZA
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The CWP functions like an oasis in a sea of crime, grime and violence. It is seen to create a stabilizing presence in promoting leadership structures and social capital, and as well, of providing ‘livelihood support’ to community members. The CWP successfully introduced ‘Safe Manenberg’ campaigns such as a safety patrol on school premises to ensure that learners get to and from school safely. However, much gang-related violence continues. An integrated approach to development would require further investment in the CWP in order to strengthen the process of building social cohesion and social justice.
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SOUTH AFRICA--MANENBERG, SOCIAL PARTICIPATION, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, UNEMPLOYMENT, GANGS, TOWNSHIPS, PEACEBUILDING, CRIME PREVENTION, POVERTY ALLEVIATION