27 2.15 War veterans (1) The State and institutions and agencies of government at every level must accord due respect, honour and recognition to war veterans, that is to say— (a) those who fought in the war of liberation; (b) those who assisted the fighters in the war of liberation; and (c) those who were detained for political reasons during the war of liberation. (2) The State must take reasonable measures, including legislative measures, for the welfare and economic empowerment of war veterans. 2.16 Work and labour relations (1) The State and all institutions and agencies of government at every level must adopt reasonable policies and measures, within the resources available to them, to provide everyone with an opportunity to work in a freely chosen activity, in order to secure a decent living for themselves and their families. (2) The State and all institutions and agencies of government at every level must endeavour to secure— (a) full employment; (b) the removal of restrictions that unnecessarily inhibit or prevent people from working and otherwise engaging in gainful economic activities; (c) vocational guidance and the development of vocational and training programmes, including those for persons with disabilities; and (d) the implementation of measures such as family care that enable women to enjoy a real opportunity to work. 2.17 Protection of the family The State and all institutions and agencies of government at every level must protect and foster the institution of the family and in particular must endeavour, within the resources available to them, to adopt measures for— (a) the provision of care and assistance to mothers, fathers and other family members who have charge of children; and (b) the prevention of domestic violence. 2.18 Marriage The State must take appropriate measures to ensure that— (a) no marriage is entered into without the free and full consent of the intending spouses; (b) children are not pledged in marriage; (c) there is equality of rights and responsibilities of spouses during marriage and at its dissolution; and (d) in the event of dissolution of a marriage, whether through death or divorce, provision is made for the necessary protection of any children and spouses.