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Putting the Law into Action: Templates and Resources for Fathers and Families

Knowing what you need to do is one thing, but putting it into action is another. Many fathers face the challenge of articulating their rights amidst overwhelming emotions and systemic barriers. These pre-populated templates are designed as examples to guide you through drafting affidavits and submissions to various entities. They reflect real struggles—like my own—and aim to help you communicate effectively with courts and organizations. While these serve as a starting point, always seek the latest forms and advice directly from relevant authorities.

To bring a matter to the Children’s Court, you’ll need Form 02 (J767), preferably supported by an affidavit. For guidance on what points to include in your affidavit, see the Simple Affidavit for Children’s Court or Simple Affidavit for Equality Court as examples.

Downloadable Templates

• 1. Bringing Matter to Children’s Court - Form 02 (J767) is used to bring a matter to the Children’s Court in terms of section 53 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No. 38 of 2005).
• 2. Simple Affidavit for Children’s Court - A sample affidavit to assert your parental rights.
• 3. Simple Affidavit for Equality or Children’s Court - A sample affidavit to assert your parental rights.
• 4. Complaint to the Magistrates Commission - Challenge unethical magistrate conduct.
• 5. Complaint to the Legal Practice Council - Address legal practitioners facilitating rights deprivation.
• 6. Criminal Complaint Affidavit to the NPA - Report potential parental abduction or kidnapping.
• 7. Complaint to the Commission for Gender Equality - Highlight gender discrimination in court.
• 8. Complaint to the Public Protector - Address systemic discrimination and High Court failures.
• 9. Request to the South African Law Reform Commission - Advocate for legal reform.
• 10. Equality Court Form 2 Guide - A completed example for filing a discrimination complaint.

Note: These templates are examples to assist with content and structure. For the most current official forms, visit:

• Form 2 (J767) - Children’s Court
• Other Children’s Court Forms
• Family Advocate Forms
• Equality Court Form 2 (J693)

Disclaimer: These templates are for informational purposes only and should be reviewed by a legal professional before submission.