Thanks and appreciation

[Rob Gaylard]

Dear recipients

On behalf of the the Social Issues Forum (Our Local Network of Care) I would like to thank Cllr. Suzette LIttle (the MAYCO member for Social Development) and Cllr. THeresa Uys (Chair of HOMEAC) for participating in our meeting on Friday. I think we were all impressed by their evident concern and commitment, and by their willingness to communicate openly.

I would also like to thank the officials from Social Development (Cornelia Finch and Lezaan Strauss) for attending and providing valuable input. LNoC don't cost the city a cent (we are all volunteers) and should (in my view) be considered a valuable resource that should be nurtured and encouraged. We look forward to a close, cooperative relationship with SD.

A quick comment on the CIty's "Give Responsibly" campaign. The Forum, together with Obsid, have always given this our full and active support. We have set up our own very successful meal coupon scheme, in partnership with the Obs Kwikspar and Loaves and Fishes. Since its inception in August 2007 this has resulted in R22 375 from the sale of meal coupons being handed over to Loaves and Fishes. Without this initiative, much of this money would have been handed out in the street and found its way into the tills or pockets of local bottle stores or drug dealers. I think this is an example of what can be achieved at the local level (at no cost to the City)if there is sufficient will and commitment. (See attachment.)

Thank you again for your attendance and participation.

KInd regards

Rob Gaylard

[debra west]

well done rob and everyone on the social issues forum for working so hard.  the "give responsibly" campaign set up by rob has been a marvellous success - for the people who seek help, the ngo's who provide much-needed support, and for us, the residents, to be able to assist people to get the food and aid they need.

thanks to all for doing this valuable work!
  debra

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[David Raphael]

The work of all involved in the Social Issues Forum is much appreciated,

 

Thanks

 

David and Catherine Raphael

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14 Lytton Street, Cape Town 7925, South Africa

 

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