Care professionals and social workers should be vigilant to risks of domestic violence, child neglect and abuse — especially during the pandemic, says the team at the SOS Children's Villages. The team says that the community's awareness and active participation will be essential to ensure the current safety of children and young people.

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In response to the impact that COVID-19 has had on women, Kimberly-Clark and its Kotex brand have indicated that they are engaging in a global effort called the 'She Can' initiative. The duo aims to fight the stigmas around menstruation, ensure access to education and open doors for women and girls to pursue their dreams.

As part of Uber's 'Move What Matters' global campaign, Uber has announced that it has partnered with Afrika Tikkun, a non-profit organisation supporting underprivileged communities, to help feed vulnerable communities. The initiative also aims to help Uber drivers and couriers that are impacted most heavily by the lockdown.

Kagiso Media has announced that its radio stations East Coast Radio (ECR) and Jacaranda FM are giving back to communities in need during the COVID-19 crisis. Kagiso Media has initiated a R1-million Hunger Relief Fund to assist feeding schemes and organisations in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.

Glencore South Africa has announced that it has responded to president Cyril Ramaphosa’s call for corporates in the country to 'play an active role in assisting distressed communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic'. The company will donate over R23-million in funding, goods and services to communities across the country.

Cadbury Dairy Milk has indicated that in light of the success of its 'The Little Generosity Shop' and 'GenerosiTrees' activations, the brand will once again lead an initiative to support vulnerable children in South Africa. 

 Pizza Hut, in partnership with HOPE worldwide South Africa, has embarked on a new mission to identify 'unsung heroes' in the community and give back in these trying times. 

According to the Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), World Environment Day — which will take place on Friday, 5 June — will take on an even more significant meaning in 2020. The company says that the 2020 World Environment Day theme is 'Time for Nature'.

Humanitarian organisations Yusuf Islam Foundation and Penny Appeal South Africa have announced their partnership. The duo aims to help vulnerable communities across South Africa.