Siwive Gwarube’s political party, the Democratic Alliance, has previously described the Bill as a threat to the autonomy of schools
Section27 has asked the South African Council of Educators to amend its mandatory sanctions policy to include rehabilitative and corrective measures for teachers who assault children
Wise words are just as effective in countering unwanted behaviour in children, with none of the long-term effects of physical punishment
Two learners were hit over the head by two teachers, but they continue to work
Ending violence against children is one of the most important priorities, but it won’t happen without political leadership
Some principals do not have the skills to compile bullying reports; others fear being victimised. This has led to children battling the scourge alone
Commission questions gaps in the law regarding corporal punishment and sexual assault
The council told the Human Rights Commission that “systemic gaps” and weak controls mean teachers found guilty of offences could still be found in the system
The Human Rights Commission inquiry into bullying and sex at schools in Limpopo has heard that some principals don’t report cases of a sexual nature that involve teachers and learners
This was revealed on the second day of provincial hearings into bullying, corporal punishment and sexual relations between teachers and learners by the Human Rights Commission
Children displaying aberrant behaviour have often been traumatised and require counselling
They learnt violence at home and in society which is marred by inequality and poverty
The education department has asked the public not to conclude that the incident is racially motivated until the investigation has been completed
The constitutionality of corporal punishment in the home will be determined by the apex court
Discipline in schools is about authority and leadership
There is a difference between discipline and corporal punishment: one means teaching acceptable behaviours and the other intends grievous bodily harm
Freedom of Religion SA on Monday said a high court ruling which ordered parents to no longer spank their children would set a dangerous precedent.
New research reveals complex relationships between harsh parenting and violence later in life for children.
If Cabinet goes ahead with the process to enact the requisite legislation, it will be illegal for parents and caregivers to hit children.
A 16-year-old Islamic pupil writes about her school experience, which is different from the average, and how we can go about changing education.
Corporal punishment may be illegal, but pupils are subjected to it anyway – leading them to feel ashamed to go to school. One pupil tells their story.
New approaches to school discipline are focusing on empathy over enmity.
Data shows that over 30% of parents use severe corporal punishment, but the law should not allow it, writes Carol Bower and Wessel van den Berg.
So what can we expect from government and educators to make schools safe?
KwaZulu-Natal education minister Senzo Mchunu has warned teachers who used corporal punishment to discipline pupils that they could lose their jobs.
No national statistics exist for corporal punishment in South African schools and although it is illegal, it is still commonly applied.
Parental duties must not be done in anger and corporal punishment is therefore not justified
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/ 21 October 2008
A youth summit on affirmative action will be convened, the ANC Youth League and Freedom Front Plus Youth announced on Tuesday.