COORDINATED ACTION
We’re committed to helping ending GBV
BACSA is at the forefront of the fight against GBV, driving change through innovative programmes and partnerships.

BACSA is at the forefront of the fight against GBV, driving change through innovative programmes and partnerships.
Raising public consciousness about GBV and its impact on individuals and communities
Encouraging businesses to implement GBV awareness and prevention programmes
Supporting local initiatives that promote gender equality and non-violence
Collaborating with specialised organisations to provide resources and assistance to GBV survivors
Working with policymakers to strengthen legal frameworks against GBV. Developing strategies to address the root causes of GBV in partnership with government and civil society
people reached through GBV awareness campaigns
organisations implemented workplace GBV prevention programmes
GBV survivors assisted through our support network
Police (SAPS): 10111
Ambulance: 10177
24-hour GBV helpline: 0800 428 428 Dial *120*7867# (free from any cellphone)
Lifeline’s Stop Gender Violence: 0800 150 150
Childline: 0800 055 555
POWA (People Opposing Women Abuse): 011 642 4345
Tears Foundation: *134*7355# (free from any cellphone)
Health services
Find your nearest Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC).
TTC are one-stop facilities for rape survivors
Immediate medical mare: Examinations and STI treatment
Evidence collection: Helps build stronger legal cases
Counselling: On-site social workers provide support
Safety first: Transport home or to a safe place
Legal support: Guidance through the justice process
List of TCCs
Legal aid
Legal Aid South Africa: 0800 110 110
Lawyers for Human Rights: 011 339 1960
Online resources
Mosaic: www.mosaic.org.za
Sonke Gender Justice: genderjustice.org.za
Gender Links: genderlinks.org.za