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The document highlights the organization's firm stance against the rising tide of violence directed at educators, emphasizing the imperative need for school environments to be safe, protected, and conducive to learning. SACE advocates for enhanced local authority intervention to curb school-based violence while simultaneously encouraging educators to utilize specialized resources like the online 'Teachers’ Safety and Security in South African Schools' course to better understand their rights and protective measures. Furthermore, the council conveys deep condolences to the bereaved family and the broader education community, reaffirming its commitment to upholding professional excellence and the security of the teaching fraternity across the nation. 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The teaching profession must be protected and promoted at all times.  \nEducators are reminded of “ The Teachers’Safety and Security in South African Schools” online course ( [http:](http:) [learning.vvob.org.za](learning.vvob.org.za) ) which is available in partnership with VVOB, and aim to provide guidance for all educators, by giving all teachers access to information on their rights and responsibilities when faced with violence within schools.  \nWith sadness, SACE wishes to extend a message of condolences to the family of the victims, affected school, community , and education fraternity.  \n\\#HandsOffTeachers  \nIssued by the South African Council for Educators (SACE): Office of the Chief Executive.  \nFor further communication, please contact:  \nMr Risuna Nkuna  \nTel: 069 423 [7490 / Email: Risuna.Nkuna@sace.org.za](7490 / Email: Risuna.Nkuna@sace.org.za)  \n[Issue date: 9 June 2022](Issue date: 9 June 2022)","cbCaitOGSgPUnPQJ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitOGSgPUnPQJ","pdf",101708,"English","# Condemnation of Violence against Educators\n## Teacher Safety and Security Resources\n## Call to Action and Support Services","[{\"question\":\"What incident prompted this SACE media statement?\",\"answer\":\"The statement was issued in response to the fatal shooting of a teacher at Riverdene Secondary School in KwaZulu-Natal.\"},{\"question\":\"What resource does SACE recommend for teacher safety?\",\"answer\":\"SACE encourages educators to take the 'Teachers’ Safety and Security in South African Schools' online course developed in partnership with VVOB.\"},{\"question\":\"Who is the point of contact for further communication regarding this statement?\",\"answer\":\"Further inquiries can be directed to Mr. Risuna Nkuna via telephone at 069 423 7490 or through email at Risuna.Nkuna@sace.org.za.\"}]","SACE Condemns Murder of a KwaZulu-Natal Teacher - Media Statement | PDF",1792379326]