Anti-Bullying Academy formal launch

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MOSSEL BAY NEWS - The formal launch of the Anti-Bullying Academy took place in Mossel Bay last night, Friday 6 May.

Mossel Bay residents who also do philanthropic work were in attendance.

The academy’s Karen Gray (director) hosted the event at the Diaz Hotel. Also present were Deon Lensing (secretary) and Marina Lensing (treasurer) of the academy.

In his speech at the launch, deputy mayor, Alderman Cliffie Bayman, said one of the municipality’s key priorities was safety of residents. For that reason, it supported the Anti-Bullying Academy.

PHOTO GALLERY: Anti-Bullying Academy launched

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Town councillor Anton Dellemijn, on the mayoral committee, was also present at the launch.

A special guest was Vicky Kente, the actress from the television soapie, Getroud met Rugby, who is in Mossel Bay this weekend for a series of engagements.

Other role players who will partner with the academy in fighting bullying were also present.

Deon Lensing is a Mr South Africa contestant this year. Mossel Bay’s Anton Siebert, who placed third in the national Mr South Africa pageant last year, was also present.

The SA Council of Business Women, The Myrtle Tree NPO which helps single mothers and police were represented at the event. Also present were two trauma counsellors, who will assist the Anti-Bullying Academy.

Councillor Anton Dellemijn, David and Marina Lensing, Mossel Bay deputy mayor Cliffie Bayman, actress Vicky Kente, Deon Lensing and Karen Gray. Photos: Linda Sparg