the improvement of dwelling houses or land which are the property of its members, subject to any conditions that may be imposed by the Commission from time to time. 13. To provide security in respect of loans by the deposit of securities, in which the Commission may invest such money as it may consider necessary for the purpose. 14. Subject to any conditions that may be imposed by the Commission from time to time, to provide loans to any members of the Commission — (a) for the purpose of purchasing vehicles or other equipment to be used by the members in carrying out their duties; or (b) not exceeding six months’ salary or wages payable to the members concerned, for any purpose on such security as the Commission thinks adequate. 15. To do anything for the purpose of improving the skill, knowledge or usefulness of members of the Commission, and in that connection to provide or assist other persons in providing facilities for training, education and research, including the awarding of scholarships for such training. 16. To engage in any activity, either alone or in conjunction with civil society organizations and other organizations or international agencies, to promote better understanding of gender issues. 17. To do anything which by this Act or any other enactment is required or permitted to be done by the Commission. 18. Generally to do all such things that are conducive to the performance of the functions of the Commission in terms of this Act or any other enactment. 22