# The Gauteng Department of Social Development has reminded stakeholders to provide all necessary information and services to mothers wishing to relinquish a child. The Department is strengthening child protection mechanisms across hospitals, SAPS, and Child Protection Organisations to safely receive babies. Officials and communities will be empowered through awareness and early intervention programmes. The Department stresses that safe relinquishment must respect the child’s constitutional rights under the Children’s Act.
Gauteng Social Development strengthens child relinquishment and protection services