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SECTION27 is a public interest law centre that seeks to achieve substantive equality and social justice in South Africa. Guided by the principles of the Constitution, SECTION27 uses law, advocacy, legal literacy, research and community mobilisation to achieve access to healthcare services and basic education. SECTION27 aims to achieve structural change and accountability to ensure the dignity and equality of everyone. On our podcast channel, you will hear more about our campaigns and the issues we are advocating for.
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SECTION27 is a public interest law centre that seeks to achieve substantive equality and social justice in South Africa. Guided by the principles of the Constitution, SECTION27 uses law, advocacy, legal literacy, research and community mobilisation to achieve access to healthcare services and basic education. SECTION27 aims to achieve structural change and accountability to ensure the dignity and equality of everyone. On our podcast channel, you will hear more about our campaigns and the issues we are advocating for.
Language:
English
Episodes
Ximunwana High Girls Empowerment Campaign: Psycho-social services to support adolescents
6/24/2021
In this episode, learners from Ximunwana High School spoke to listeners of Makhado FM about the need for youth-orientated psycho-social support services. This discussion looked at some of the challenges that young people face today, highlighting bullying as a persistent issue affecting learners in schools.
Duration:00:28:03
Ximunwana High Girls Empowerment Campaign: Teenage pregnancy and lack of contraceptives
6/24/2021
In this episode in discussion with presenters on Makhado FM, learners from Ximunwana High School, unpack adolescent sexual reproductive health right issues focusing on teenage pregnancy and the importance of youth-friendly health services to enable adolescents to feel open and free to ask for contraceptives and other sexual and reproductive services.
Duration:00:31:43
Ximunwana High Girls Empowerment Campaign: Substance abuse amongst teenagers
6/24/2021
In this episode, learners from Ximunwana High School, Limpopo spoke to listeners of Makhado FM about how substance abuse is affecting adolescents in their community and what needs to be done address this problem. The learners expressed that to deal with substance abuse amongst teenagers, adults in their community need to be open to speaking to adolescents about the challenges young people face. "Young people need to feel understood and supported in troubles"
Duration:00:26:25
Reporting the case to the Department of Education and transferring to a new school | IsiZulu
3/15/2021
If a teacher or principal has sexually abused a learner, the incident must be reported to the Department of Basic Education. Should a learner wish to change schools after an incident of sexual abuse, they can. Listen to find more about reporting cases of sexual abuse to the DBE.
Duration:00:20:05
Applying for a Protection Order | IsiZulu
3/15/2021
Applying for a protection order may be something you need to do to ensure your abusers keeps their distance from you. In this episode, we cover who can apply for a protection order? Why should you apply for a protection order? And the difference between interim and final protection orders?
Duration:00:18:04
Going for Counselling | IsiZulu
3/15/2021
Going for counselling after being sexually abused will help you receive the comfort and support you need to feel safe again. In this episode with Imbokodo FM, we take a look at some of the tell-tell signs to look out for someone who has been sexually abused and share an understanding of why is counselling important? And, what to expect from counselling?
Duration:00:18:51
Going to the police station | IsiZulu
3/15/2021
In this episode with Imbokodo FM, we will deal with a second and important step in reporting sexual abuse: going to the police. Questions about:
• How do you go about opening a case for sexual violence?
• Why is it important to go with a friend/someone you trust?
• What are your rights at the police station?
• What must ensure to do before you leave the station?
• What is the difference between CAS number and CASE number?
will all be answered in this episode.
Duration:00:23:44
How to address Sexual violence | IsiZulu
3/15/2021
In this episode, our discussion with Imbokodo FM looks at: what is sexual violence? How to distinguish the types of sexual violence, and what does it mean to give consent?
Consult our Sexual Violence handbook for more information on identifying and reporting sexual violence: https://section27.org.za/2014/05/someone-hurt-me-sexual-violence-guides/
Duration:00:32:47
Reporting the case to the Department of Education and transferring to a new school | SePedi
3/15/2021
If a teacher or principal has sexually abused a learner, the incident must be reported to the Department of Basic Education. Should a learner wish to change schools after an incident of sexual abuse, they can. Listen to find more about reporting to DBE.
Duration:00:24:45
Applying for a Protection Order | SePedi
3/15/2021
Applying for a protection order may be something you need to do to ensure your abusers keeps their distance from you. In this episode, we cover who can apply for a protection order? Why should you apply for a protection order? And the difference between interim and final protection orders?
Duration:00:23:15
Going for Counselling | SePedi
3/15/2021
Going for counselling after being sexually abused will help you receive the comfort and support you need to feel safe again. In this episode with Radio Turf, we take a look at some of the tell-tell signs to look out for someone who has been sexually abused and share an understanding of why is counselling important? And, what to expect from counselling?
Duration:00:22:03
Going to the Police | SePedi
3/15/2021
In this episode with Radio Turf, we will deal with a second and important step in reporting sexual abuse: going to the police. Questions about:
• How do you go about opening a case for sexual violence?
• Why is it important to go with a friend/someone you trust?
• What are your rights at the police station?
• What must ensure to do before you leave the station?
• What is the difference between CAS number and CASE number?
will all be answered in this episode.
Duration:00:16:08
Going to the hospital | SePedi
3/15/2021
Going to the hospital is the first place to report if you have been sexually abused. In this episode, we will explain what you should expect when you get to the hospital, everything from signing a J88 form to the need for emergency contraceptives and Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
Duration:00:21:28
How to address Sexual violence | SePedi
3/15/2021
In this episode, our discussion with Turf Radio looks at: what is sexual violence? How to distinguish the types of sexual violence, and what does it mean to give consent?
Consult our Sexual Violence handbook for more information on identifying and reporting sexual violence: https://section27.org.za/2014/05/someone-hurt-me-sexual-violence-guides/
Duration:00:13:26
Sexually Transmited Infections | SePedi
3/9/2021
STI's are infections that are passed on from one person to another through sexual activity. In this episode, SECTION27's Researchers answer the questions: What are the different types of STIs?; What is the difference between an STI and a urinary tract infection (UTI)? and when and how often one should get screened for STIs.
Duration:00:25:41
HIV Prevention | SePedi
3/9/2021
This episode covers information on HIV, providing an understanding of what is HIV, how it is transmitted from one person to another, how can you prevent contracting HIV and more.
Duration:00:20:57
Pregnancy, Contraceptives, and Abortion | SePedi
3/8/2021
School pregnancies are common in South Africa. It is often the case that learners who fall pregnant consequently drop out without completing their schooling. In this episode, SECTION27s, Researchers deal with adolescent pregnancies, access to contraceptives and safe abortions.
Duration:00:23:45
Puberty and Menstruation | Sepedi
3/8/2021
In this episode, SECTION27's Researchers summarise all the changes young boys and girls can expect during puberty. The discussion moves on to deal with the myths and truths about female menstruation.
Duration:00:20:35
Introduction to Sexual Reproductive Health Rights | SePedi
3/8/2021
Presenting this episode on sexual reproductive health rights in SePedi is SECTION27s legal assistant, kholofelo mphahlele and Facilitator Lethabo Tjano. In this discussion, the following questions on SRHR are explored:
1. What are sexual reproductive health rights?
2. Sex, gender and sexual orientation seem to feature prominently in sexual reproductive health rights; what do these terms mean?
3. Why are these rights important?
Duration:00:22:16
Sexually Transmitted Infections | Setswana
3/7/2021
STI's are infections that are passed on from one person to another through sexual activity. In this episode, SECTION27's Researchers answer the questions: What are the different types of STIs?; What is the difference between an STI and a urinary tract infection (UTI)?; and when and how often one should get screened for STIs.
Duration:00:16:03