Cape Town: The Safety and Security Directorate invites the communities to submit nominations for the Annual Neighbourhood Watch Awards that recognised the hard work and commitment by accredited NW teams and individual members.
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Safety and Security – Alderman JP Smith said that every year they honour the exceptional contributions of accredited Neighbourhood Watch volunteers who have gone above and beyond in safeguarding their communities.
The awards also recognised the importance of working with the enforcement departments of the City of Cape Town and highlighted how vital this support is. The residents are encouraged to submit the nominations for outstanding Neighbourhood Watch members and organisations that have demonstrated the exemplary service.
The Award recognises both the individual members and organisations across various categories, which include:
- Neighbourhood Watch Member of the Year celebrating individual excellence in safeguarding the community members and property.
- Crime Fighter of the Yearhonouring exceptional service in the fight against crime.
- Neighbourhood Watch of the Yearrecognising organisations that excel in protecting their communities.
- Organisational Excellencefor excellence in Neighbourhood Watch management.
- Mobiliser of the Yearfor exceptional efforts to mobilise communities in support of safety.
- Inspiration of the Yeara leader who has displayed inspirational public leadership across several Neighbourhood Watches, in support of community safety and the greater public good.
- Courage in Actionin recognition of sustained operations in the face of highly compromised community safety, such as drug activity or gang violence.
- Situational Crime Prevention Awardin recognition of exceptional efforts towards a clean, healthy, and safe environment, in which communities can lead dignified lives.
- Social Responsibility Awardin recognition of a deep commitment to addressing, mitigating, and healing social ills, towards healthier, inclusive and united communities.
Reportedly, only NW members or organisations accredited with the Western Cape Government Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, or those who have formally applied for accreditation, are eligible for nomination.
A comprehensive body of evidence must accompany each nomination to support the achievements of the nominee. The Neighbourhood Watch Awards honour the selfless service and outstanding achievements of Neighbourhood Watch volunteers who contribute to creating safer, more resilient communities. Through their efforts, they embody the spirit of community and collaboration.
The awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, 23 November 2024. The nomination period runs from 9 September 2024 until 23:59 on Friday 4 October 2024. Nominations can be submitted through the online forms available on the Neighbourhood Watch Awards web page.