I decided to volunteer at police station named Hlogotlou Police Station it’s based in Monsterlus in Limpopo. i volunteered due to Nelson Mandela Day. i volunteered with Thabang Mbatha but in different Police Stations

Question

“ Work in a small group of no more than 4 - 5 students. Volunteer for a minimum of six hours in a National Campaign or Community Project. Submit a typed report.
Research the Community Projects or National Campaigns that you could join. Please refer to the back of your assignment to find useful links and ideas on National Campaigns and Community Projects.
11 Select a suitable option and indicate the name of the organisation or campaign.
1.2 Describe the reasons why you chose this project.
1.3 Describe the focus of the campaign or project.
(1x1) (1)
(1x2) (2)
(1x2) (2)
Describe the roles each group member played while doing your project.
Report on what each member did during the project. Describe eachaction/every way in which each member helped, in detail. Every group member's contributions/actions are described. Indicate how the six hours were used by each group member. Each group member must actively be part of the Community Project or National Campaign and DO practically. This is not a theory-based task.
(1x23) (23)
• Roles of each member x 5
• Report on what each member did x 6
• All actions described in detail per member x 6
• How the hours were used x 6
Submit a signed form as proof of your participation in the campaign or project for 6 hours or more. Note: Tasks without signed forms/evidence of participation, will not be marked.
(1x1) (1)
Include photos/video footage of your participation in the campaign/ (1x2) (2) project.
[Marks: 31]”

Answer 1

Report on Volunteering at Hlogotlou Police Station for Nelson Mandela Day

1.1 Name of the Organization or Campaign

The chosen project is the volunteer initiative at the Hlogotlou Police Station in Monsterlus, Limpopo, as part of the observance of Nelson Mandela Day.

1.2 Reasons for Choosing This Project

I chose to volunteer at the Hlogotlou Police Station because of my deep respect for Nelson Mandela and the values he embodied—unity, community service, and social justice. This initiative provided an opportunity to give back to the community, promote safety, and foster trust between the police and the public. Additionally, it allowed me to work closely with law enforcement, understanding their challenges and the positive impact they have on society.

1.3 Focus of the Campaign or Project

The focus of the Nelson Mandela Day campaign at Hlogotlou Police Station was to promote community outreach, enhance police-community relations, and engage with local residents about safety and crime prevention. Activities included distributing informational pamphlets on safety measures, engaging in community discussions, and assisting the police in organizing a local neighborhood watch.

2. Group Member Contributions

Our group consisted of five members: myself, Thabang Mbatha, and three other volunteers: Sipho, Lindiwe, and Mandla. Throughout the six hours of volunteering, each member played distinct roles while ensuring that we all contributed effectively to the project.

2.1 Personal Contribution (Myself)

• Role: Community Engagement Coordinator
• Actions:
  • Engaged with community members to promote awareness of safety issues.
  • Distributed pamphlets that highlighted crime prevention strategies.
  • Assisted in organizing and facilitating community discussions with police officers about local safety concerns.
• Hours Used: 6 hours
  • 2 hours in pamphlet preparation and organization.
  • 3 hours in community discussions and engagement.
  • 1 hour for setup and coordination with police officers.

2.2 Contribution of Thabang Mbatha

• Role: Logistics and Support
• Actions:
  • Helped set up the venue for community meetings, ensuring all materials were available.
  • Coordinated transportation for supplies and pamphlets from the police station.
  • Assisted in cleanup after events and presentations.
• Hours Used: 6 hours
  • 2 hours for logistical preparation.
  • 3 hours of active engagement during community discussions.
  • 1 hour on cleanup and post-event organization.

2.3 Contribution of Sipho

• Role: Safety Awareness Advocate
• Actions:
  • Led discussions on personal safety and emergency response.
  • Demonstrated basic self-defense techniques to community members.
  • Gathered feedback from community members about their safety concerns.
• Hours Used: 6 hours
  • 2 hours in preparation of the safety demonstration content.
  • 3 hours leading discussions and demonstrations.
  • 1 hour collecting feedback and organizing notes.

2.4 Contribution of Lindiwe

• Role: Event Documentation Specialist
• Actions:
  • Took detailed notes during community discussions for reporting purposes.
  • Captured photographs and videos of the event for documentation and social media sharing.
  • Helped distribute pamphlets and educational materials.
• Hours Used: 6 hours
  • 2 hours preparing documentation materials.
  • 3 hours during the event noting down discussions.
  • 1 hour engaging with community members for additional questions.

2.5 Contribution of Mandla

• Role: Communication Liaison
• Actions:
  • Acted as a mediator between the police and community members to facilitate open dialogue.
  • Provided assistance in answering questions related to police functions and community safety initiatives.
  • Helped create a welcoming environment for community members attending the event.
• Hours Used: 6 hours
  • 2 hours preparing for the event, including setting up communication channels.
  • 3 hours engaging in discussions with attendees.
  • 1 hour helping pack up materials post-event.

3. Conclusion

The volunteer day at Hlogotlou Police Station was impactful, allowing us to interactively engage with the community and promote important safety messages. Each member of our group played a significant role throughout the day, ensuring a successful outreach project in honor of Nelson Mandela's legacy. Documentation and evidence of participation, including a signed form, photos, and videos, are included with this report.

4. Attachments

• Signed participation forms for each member.
• Photos and video footage documenting our participation in the campaign.