TEDDY BEAR CLINIC APPEALS FOR DONATIONS

CHILDREN are also among the most vulnerable during these unprecedented times and The Teddy Bear Clinic is urging people from all walks of life to do their part to assist youngsters on Mandela Day, which will be commemorated next Saturday on the birthday of the late former statesman.

“Since the beginning of Covid-19, we at the Teddy Bear Foundation for Abused children have seen 585 victims of abuse,” said Dr Shaheda Omar, director.

As part of its Mandela Day initiative, the children’s organisation has appealed for donations of R167, which it will use to assist youngsters who have suffered from abuse during the pandemic.

“We appeal to you to contribute to the healing of 67 children who have been victims of abuse during Covid-19 by donating

R167 to the Teddy Bear Foundation,” said Omar.

“The 1 is a symbol of the child who represents the 67 children who have stood up in order to be a voice for the 67 hundreds of children who have been violated and suffered trauma.”

Omar explained that the funds will go a long way to helping children who are victims of abuse as soon as possible.

“By supporting a child on this journey to healing there is great opportunity for hope.”

◆ If you would like to donate to The Teddy Bear Clinic’s Mandela Day Fund:

Nedbank

Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children

Account number: 1944183361 Branch Code: 194 405

Or

Investec

Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children

Account number: 10011311625 Branch Code: 580 105 Alternatively, follow the link for our Back a Buddy Mandela campaign: https://bit.ly/tbfmadiba Staff Reporter

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