Barriers to Social Grant Applications

Barriers to Social Grant Applications

An identity document (ID) is a legal requirement in order to access many government services in South Africa.  Yet the Department of Home Affairs remains inaccessible for many destitute street people.   Limiting access to social service grants, housing applications...
The Road to Universal Accessibility

The Road to Universal Accessibility

A distressed resident contacted the MID towards the end of 2014, creating awareness of the accessibility challenges faced on certain areas of the Atlantic Road sidewalk. “I cannot propel my wheelchair over it and outings towards the beach and sea are always curtailed...
Don’t Get Left Behind | Follow us on Facebook

Don’t Get Left Behind | Follow us on Facebook

Keep ahead of the curve by liking and following us on Facebook where we share regular updates that impacts on the MID and surrounding area.  Here are some highlights that you may have missed if you’re not following us on social media.        ...
Intervention | The Importance of Family Support

Intervention | The Importance of Family Support

Concerns of street children cannot be addressed without focussing on the family structure. The volatile communities from which the children escape provide them with an opportunity to roam and beg on the streets. In these situations, giving a hand-out may contribute...
Trying Something Different on the Catwalk | Public Safety

Trying Something Different on the Catwalk | Public Safety

The MID has been working closely with Law Enforcement on brainstorming solutions to improve public safety and security in the area. One area identified has been the Muizenberg St. James Catwalk and how this links with the MID area. The challenge of patrolling the...