The department reported that an implementation plan for Policy on Financial Awards (PFA) was developed, presented to the Welfare Services Forum, Heads of Social Development Sector (HSDS) and MinMec was approved. The PFA was discussed with line function directorates, and submitted to national consultations. The policy and the approved implementation plan and the Non Profit Organisations (NPO) Financial Guidelines were discussed with provincial officials and representatives on NPOs in seven provinces. Inputs and comments were consolidated and the policy document was refined.