Standing Against Gender-based Violence

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.

Standing united against gender-based violence

Awareness raising

Raising public consciousness about GBV and its impact on individuals and communities

Workplace safety

Encouraging businesses to implement GBV awareness and prevention programmes

Community outreach

Supporting local initiatives that promote gender equality and non-violence

Resource optimisation

Collaborating with specialised organisations to provide resources and assistance to GBV survivors

Resource optimisation

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 

Key achievements

R5million+

people reached through GBV awareness campaigns

500+

organisations implemented workplace GBV prevention programmes

10 000+

GBV survivors assisted through our support network

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEEDS HELP, PLEASE USE THE RESOURCES BELOW

Important GBV resources

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

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