Social Welfare Services Fair in Cali 2024: Strengthening Community Bonds and Government Commitment

Social Welfare Services Fair in Cali 2024: Strengthening Community Bonds and Government Commitment

2024-03-25 22:27:00

The image corresponds to the work team of the Undersecretary of Early Childhood. The presence of the Undersecretary Paula Andrea Zamora and the Secretary of Social Welfare, Ana Carolina Quijano (respectively, first and second from left to right) stands out.

  • The Ministry of Social Welfare was present at the Services Fair ‘Let’s go back to my Cali Bella’, through the programs offered by the undersecretaries of Gender Equality, Early Childhood, Comprehensive Care for Victims and Populations and Ethnicities.
  • The Fair is not only an event but also the tangible bridge between the District Administration and the community. This initiative shows the genuine commitment to the well-being of the people of Cali.
  • A powerful alliance between 19 district agencies, private entities, military forces, Metropolitan Police and relief and emergency agencies ensured comprehensive state coverage.

Santiago de Cali, March 25, 2024

The District Administration has taken an inclusive and co-responsible step, by presenting the first of eight offers of procedures and services scheduled for 2024 through the Fair ‘Let’s go back to my Cali Bella’. The event aimed to strengthen the social fabric of the city by bringing the institutional offer directly to the territories, marking a milestone in urban revitalization.

The Feria It had the participation of 19 district organizations, private entities, military forces, Metropolitan Police and relief and emergency organizations, guaranteeing a comprehensive presence of the Mayor’s Office.

The event took place at Mariano Ramos Sports Centerwhich allowed the attendance of the inhabitants of commune 16, made up of the neighborhoods Republic of Israel, Popular Housing Union, Mariano Ramos, Brisas del Limonar, Ciudad 2000, Vendimia and La Alborada.

“This initiative not only improves the quality of life of citizens, but also strengthens the link between the community and the District Administration led by Mayor Alejandro Eder, whose objective is unity and collaborative work to recover Cali,” indicated Alexander Camacho Erazo, secretary of Territorial Development and Citizen Participation.

Our Social Welfare commitment to the community

The Secretariat reiterated the absolute commitment to the different populations that inhabit the ‘heaven’s branch’. That is why during the day information, guidance and resolution of doubts and concerns were provided from the following programs

(Also read: We reached the entire territory to integrate the people of Cali!)

Victims of the armed conflict: Guidance was provided on the institutional offer of the Regional Center for Attention to Victims (CRAV), in addition to other services such as free procedures at the Registry and educational access with places to complete primary, secondary and extra-age [*].

Early Childhood: Through stories, colors, toys and a lot of fun, detailed information regarding the program and the different modalities of comprehensive care available for pregnant and breastfeeding women were made known; and for boys and girls from 0 to 5 years old.

Women-gender equity: The types of gender-based violence were addressed, as well as the lines of work that aim to empower Cali women in political, economic, labor and social spheres. It was also explained how to activate the care route in case of being a victim of gender-based violence and the importance of knowing, positioning and betting on a District System of Care.

CaliDiversidad: respect and importance of the rights of the population were promoted LGTBIQ+along with the dissemination of the care route and legal and psychosocial support.

Family and Childhood: How to prevent, identify and react to an alleged case of risk, sexual abuse and/or labor exploitation of children and adolescents was socialized through the care route. Likewise, the national toll-free line 141 of the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (Icbf), to report any type of emergency or complaint. Likewise, the institutional offer for the population was shared.

Old person: Personalized attention was provided to clarify doubts and concerns of this population. It was also explained how the program services work and what they consist of, such as prevention and promotion, social protection, culture of agingamong others.

Social Prosperity: It was one of the most visited stands by the inhabitants of the Commune 16who resolved all your questions regarding registration and permanence in the training programs. Citizen Income, Youth Income, VAT Refund and Greater Colombia.

“It is incredible to see how Mayor Alejandro Eder is delivering for the people. These spaces make our lives easier and save us time and money on trips. The commitment and concern for the community is evident,” said María del Carmen Ibargüen, a resident of the sector..

The Fair ‘Let’s go back to my Cali Bella’ not only did it bring essential services to the community; It also strengthened the ties between the local government and citizens, demonstrating a genuine commitment to the well-being and development of the capital of Valle del Cauca.

[*] The extra-age It is the gap between age and grade and occurs when a child or young person is two or three years older, above the average age expected to attend a certain grade.

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