Staff Reporter
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through Project HOPE Namibia, has donated 100 tablets to the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare to enhance the electronic case management system for social workers.
According to the ministry, the tablets will be distributed to social workers across various regions in Namibia to help them manage cases more effectively, respond quickly to emergencies, and better protect children from harm. The ministry added that these tablets will also improve communication between social workers, government agencies, and community organisations, promoting a more coordinated and efficient response to child protection issues.
“We are proud to support the Ministry’s mission to provide timely and effective services to vulnerable populations. Through this partnership, we are helping to ensure that social workers have the tools necessary to meaningfully address challenges related to safeguarding the wellbeing of children, ultimately making a lasting impact in our communities,” said Bernadette Harases, Reach Namibia Program Director at PHN.
The Ministry of Gender Equality also highlighted that this initiative aligns with the global 95/95/95 target strategy, aimed at ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic by 2030, reflecting a broader commitment to improving public health and protecting vulnerable groups.
“The collaboration between MGEPESW and Reach Namibia highlights a shared commitment to the welfare of all Namibians. The Ministry anticipates that this technological enhancement will greatly benefit the day-to-day operations of social workers and contribute to the broader goal of achieving social welfare for all children,” said Helena Andjamba, Director of Child Care and Protection Services.
