Our Programmes

Empowerment Framework

Our 6 Core Programmes

A structured journey from rescue and placement to self-care, counselling, skills development, reintegration, and empowerment through employment — each step meticulously crafted to facilitate healing, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.

6

Core Stages

40%

Outcome Improvement

KZN

Wide Coverage

2010

Since

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Stage One

Removal & Placement

“Breaking Chains, Embracing Freedom: Liberating Survivors from Abusive Environments”

This stage involves the safe relocation of survivors with the support of SAPS and social workers. Survivors receive immediate essentials like clothing, food, and medical care. Safe houses are established, providing a nurturing environment for the healing process.

  • Immediate safe relocation with SAPS support
  • Food, clothing, and emergency medical care provided
  • Safe houses established as healing environments

Stage 1

Removal & Placement

Stage 2

Self-Care / Self-Help

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Stage Two

Self-Care / Self-Help

“Blooming Beyond Pain: Nurturing Self-Care and Inner Strength”

Survivors are provided with essential personal hygiene items and medical supplies, including rape kits and first aid kits. A supportive environment is created, emphasising self-care and empowerment as crucial elements of the healing journey.

  • Personal hygiene items and medical supplies provided
  • Rape kits and first aid care facilitated
  • Supportive environment focused on empowerment

3

Stage Three

Counselling & Rehabilitation

“Healing Hearts, Restoring Lives: Guiding Survivors on the Path to Recovery”

Comprehensive counselling services are offered to survivors and their children, focusing on healing emotional scars and fostering self-sufficiency. Open communication with families helps establish a network of support and acceptance.

  • Professional psychological counselling for survivors and children
  • Emotional healing and family reintegration focus
  • Building networks of support and acceptance

Stage 3

Counselling & Rehabilitation

Stage 4

Skills Development

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Stage Four

Skills Development

“Skills for Empowerment: Building Abilities and Unlocking Potential”

Survivors are equipped with practical skills through diverse vocational programmes. Confidence is restored and pathways to economic independence are created. Existing programmes (computer literacy, painting, sewing) are expanded to enhance opportunities.

  • Computer literacy training
  • Arts, craft, painting and creative skills
  • Sewing, tailoring and vocational trades

5

Stage Five

Reintegration & Healing

“A New Chapter Begins: Bridging Back into Society with Confidence”

Survivors are supported in finding permanent housing and employment opportunities. Follow-up meetings and upliftment seminars ensure sustained progress. Awareness and partnerships foster reintegration into society.

  • Permanent housing placement assistance
  • Employment opportunity facilitation
  • Ongoing follow-up and upliftment seminars

Stage 5

Reintegration & Healing

Stage 6

Empowerment & Employment

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Stage Six

Empowerment & Employment

“Rising Strong: From Survivors to Thrivers in the Workforce and Beyond”

The skills development initiative is extended to secure survivors’ sustainable livelihoods. Partnerships with local businesses create employment opportunities. Survivors are empowered to positively contribute to their communities and the economy.

  • Local business partnerships for employment
  • Sustainable livelihood programmes
  • Economic independence and community contribution

National Strategic Plan

NSP GBVF Pillars We Implement

Pillar 1

Coordination, hosting & networking meetings

Pillar 2

Prevention & rebuilding social cohesion

Pillar 3

Protection, safety and justice

Pillar 4

Support, care and healing

Pillar 5

Economic empowerment & skills development

Pillar 6

Research and information systems

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