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Gender-Based Violence in South Africa

Nov 24, 2021 | Reproductive Health, Sex, Sexual Health | 21 comments

Activism campaign kicks off in South Africa.

Established Foundation – About

Established in 2023 in Durban, by Founder Mrs. Hoosen, who was originally seeking in her community to members as referral services and shelter to abuse survivors. Today, we offer counselling services as well as legal and advocacy support with community Paralegal Ms. Williams. is also involved in policy reform, socio-economic and socio-political issues that affect women and their rights, together with Development and upliftment projects. (talk about each member here) We aim to become renowned for women’s rights issues and have been consulted by the private sector and government for assistance on these issues and is available nationally through telephonic counselling and advocacy.

As soldiers in the war against rape in South Africa. when it comes to sexual violence and rape in South Africa. We offer counselling to rape survivors, community workshops, advocacy and mobilisation workshops in either English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa with counselling available on WhatsApp. A 24-hour helpline is in motion.

We aim to be in the footsteps of Masimanyane that focuses on rural areas too, with community-based programs reaching over 50 000 women and children each year. also dedicated HIV/AIDS counselling and education on sexual and reproductive health and rights.
We too are social activists and focus on the protection of human rights, the rights of women, poverty alleviation and GBV prevention, A main goal being to strengthen leadership and civil society in rural areas by creating community change agents. running a rural GBV program, rural substance abuse program as well as a rural youth workers and leadership development program.

We aim to grow our strengths providing individual, group or couples counselling, support groups and emergency shelters. Conclusion: We provide guidance for all in abusive relationships. who seek and realize the urgency of getting out! Do not hesitate to contact us ANYTIME! 074 766 6404

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21 Comments from Sheba… Speak up!

NONTOBEKO on 09/10/2022 at 12:36 amHi. Today my father came back home drunk and very angry because one of his friends backstabbed him.The violence starts when we told him his friend called today telling us what happened. He Then became very angry and he beat me up shouting strong language at us all. .. please help usReply
- Zizipho Ntobongwana on 03/02/2023 at 8:22 amHi Nontobeko, thank you so much for reaching out. Please please contact either of the organizations we’ve targeted below. What is your current location and what are your contact details?Reply
joseph wanjohi on 12/10/2022 at 8:47 amYou are doing good job would like to work together with you am an expart in GBV in kenya East Africa.Reply
- Zizipho Ntobongwana on 31/10/2022 at 3:20 pmHi Joseph, please email us on hello@shebafeminine.co.za Reply
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Ntokozo on 01/12/2022 at 11:19 amGood day,I’m Ntokozo nhlebela from umkomaas South Coast of Durban currently I’m doing personal trainer at intense gym.Part time I train ladies in my community so my campaign to do GBV awareness in my communityReply
- Zizipho Ntobongwana on 03/02/2023 at 8:17 amHi Ntokozo, thank you so much for the work you’re doing by empowering women! We hope that other readers will reach out and assist or join your cause!Reply
Nonjabulo Nhlumayo on 07/01/2023 at 5:46 pmI am a woman and a surviver of GBV.I am also a private social worker who is willing to assist the woman who were in my situation by rendering a counselling to them and empower them to speak to the relavant people in order them to be assisted.I was almost died and this is very painful .I need a kind of support in order to render this counselling service.Reply
- Zizipho Ntobongwana on 03/02/2023 at 8:16 amHi Nonjabulo, we are so sorry to hear of the terrible ordeal you’ve been through! Thank you so much for stepping up and working towards curbing this pandemic against women and children in South Africa! We hope other readers will reach out to you for assistance.Reply
Refilwe Portia Mafojane on 18/01/2023 at 6:11 pmI am helping someone who is a victim of GBV in North west, where can she get referrals north west, my contacts numbers are 079 686 4275. RefilweReply
- Zizipho Ntobongwana on 03/02/2023 at 8:25 amHi Refilwe, thank you so much for reaching out. Our research tells us that the following organizations do brilliant work in the North West:
  National GBV helpline: 0800 150 150.
  People Opposed to Women Abuse (Powa): 011 642 4345/ info@powa.co.za.
  Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCCs): 0800 428 428.
  Tears Foundation: SMS helpline *134*7355# /info@tears.co.za.Please reach out to them as soon as you can.Reply
Thato Mokoto on 04/02/2023 at 4:36 pmGood day my name is Thato I’m a young adult male currently staying in Eastern Cape.1st I will like to appreciate the lovely work that you are doing in the life’s of our sister and others going through abuse.2nd how can one be of help in helping the voices that are screaming to end GBV because I have noticed that one of the element that is also contributing to this is Patriarchy.
How do we teach a patriarchal society that woman’s rights are humans rights and that they should respect that?Reply
- Jamie Petersen on 15/02/2023 at 1:17 pmHi Thato,Thank you for your comment. We love that you’re so interested in doing something to combat GBV in South Africa. Unfortunately the patriarchy plays a very big role in why GBV is so prevalent today. One of the things you can do is have conversations with people to help them see the damage the patriarchy is doing by using examples they can understand and relate to. You can also volunteer at organisations in your community that are fighting GBV and providing safe spaces for women and children who have been affected by GBV. By doing this you will meet like-minded people who also want to make a difference like you do.Reply
Nthabiseng Mokhantso on 11/02/2023 at 9:46 pmGood evening
I am Nthabiseng Mokhantso and my cousin was brutally killed by a so called husband in Caltonville on Monday. I am asking if your office can assist us with funeral services, please . It is very bad. My numbers are 083 995 1545Reply
- Jamie Petersen on 15/02/2023 at 1:06 pmHi Nthabiseng, I’m so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.Unfortunately we’re not able to help with the funeral service. Here are a few places you can contact:Martin’s Funerals: 0187874804 / 0824108472
  New generation funerals: 082 909 6572Reply
- Erick on 20/04/2023 at 4:10 pmGood day im inspired this world is soo sick im a young male in my 21 and i want to make a difference i want to get part of the movement im soo sick off men tacking advantage and overpowering woman destroying there life just for there lust , i want to make a difference in this world ….Im based in middelburg were can i go and volunteer to be part of this movementReply
  - Jamie Petersen on 04/05/2023 at 11:30 amHi Erick, thank you for your comment and interest in making a difference. To volunteer you can contact the Mpumalanga Childline office at (013) 752 2770 or you can email them admin@childlinempu.org.za. You can also contact the Centre for Community Impact in Mpumalanga. Their number is +27 12 366 9300 and their email info@ccisa.org.za. All the best xReply
Peter Tebogo Tsoaedi on 03/05/2023 at 4:19 amThank you so much fit for providing such platform and access to information for such sensitive issues, i am reciding at Soweto, my request plead is to have one of thid organizations providing us with speakers as we planning to host a GBV awareness day.. A an Axillary known as Sons of Allen which id basically comprised of fathers and we felt the need as we the perpetrators that are mostly contributing facts to this pendemic. We just a church and having said that we don’t have a budget not the resources but we willing to make a plan if and when id necessary God being our redeemrr and our provider.. Not on our name ss the fathers of the A.M.E church we say.. Enough is enough..
My contact details are 0720295051
peter.tebogo@gmail.comReply
- Jamie Petersen on 04/05/2023 at 11:17 amHi Peter, thank you so much for your comment and kind words. You can contact any one of the 5 organisations mentioned in the blog post to find out if they can speak at your GBV Awareness day. Their contact details are provided in the post. We wish you all the best!Reply
  - Kemogetswe on 29/05/2023 at 12:10 pmGod day .My name is Keamogetswe reciding at Soweto .A Learner Support Agent at a Primary school around Dobsonville .My plead request is to have one organisation providing us with speakers as we planning to have a GBV awareness day for the learners.I appreciate the lovely work that you are doing and your help will be much appreciated.My contact details are 0733348579/0719264657Reply
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