Resources for Victims of Abuse and Violence
The books, videos, links, documents, and organizations listed on this page offer support, guidance, and information to help victims and their friends and family to deal with the situation and get the right help.
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Organizations
Bikers Lives Matter
BikersLivesMatter is an initiative meant to ensure that Bikers are Heard, Bikers are Seen and Bikers and Respected on the public roads.
LifeLineSA
LifeLine was established in 1970. This was out of a need for community members to have access to a 24-hour telephonic service that can assist them to address the psychological and social stresses and trauma that they are struggling to deal with.
For example; family problems, trauma, depression, loneliness, pregnancy, HIV infection/affection, bereavement, sexual and gender violence, substance abuse, or any other situation where a person is struggling to cope with life, in general.
South African Male Survivors
of Sexual Abuse
A new organization has emerged to provide a support structure for non-offending male survivors of sexual abuse and rape.
Tears Foundation
For those impacted by domestic violence & abuse. Accessible 24/7 and in all nine provinces. For help against any form of violence is against the law, including spousal abuse. Available nationwide. Support centres near you. Call our support line. Get help now.
The Rainbow Biker Foundation
Steve Suntap founded the foundation
In memory of hislate daughter
Monique Van Rensburg.
This is a charity drive of “challenges” to get a flow of funds, to help South African bikers in distress
Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation
The Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation strives to be Reeva's voice and continue her work in educating and empowering victims of violence and abuse.
South African Woman Fight Back
A group of South African women are pledging their contribution to the safety of all women and children in South Africa, now considered the most dangerous country in the world to be a woman. We say enough is enough, we choose to live free, fortified and fearless. Together we can do it.
The Barefoot Campaign
The Barefoot Campaign is aimed at creating rape awareness and showing support to survivors of rape and sexual abuse.
The Teddy Bear Clinic
Our vision is that children will not be abused anymore, but where they are being abused, we want to provide efficient and professional services that effectively promote their healing and stop any further abuse. This translates into a mission to minimize any secondary harm to children and their families upon their entering the child protection system.
Women & Men against Child Abuse
Women & Men Against Child Abuse is a non-profit Child Protection Organisation committed to fighting for the rights of the child and to end the abuse of children in South Africa, through a multifaceted, dynamic and aggressive offensive against any form of abuse and gender violence.
StandUnitedSA
Stand United's vision is no more silence. To create awareness, provide a source and a voice on how to deal with Gender-Based Violence, Abuse and Bullying, rally support to those impacted and provide a centralized network for support to victims through a data free portal that makes use of technology and their Established National Support Network
Shukumisa
Shukumisa is a coalition of over 70 organisations across South Africa working against sexual violence. Shukumisa's mission is to ensure that South Africa takes the problem of sexual violence seriously, as evidenced by well crafted, well implemented legislation derived from broad-based public participation processes.
Health and Wellness
BOCA Recovery Center
Every individual has unique needs when it comes to substance abuse treatment.
When a person enters rehab, it’s important to provide them with the proper level of care.
At Boca Recovery Center, we offer a continuum of services to ensure patients receive the treatment they need. This approach to addiction treatment ensures that patients can be smoothly transitioned to a higher or lower level of care as they progress through rehab.
(USA Based)
Mesothelioma Veterans Center
U.S. Veterans account for 33% of all malignant mesothelioma diagnoses caused by asbestos exposure. We’ve helped hundreds of veterans receive VA benefits, find treatment options and access financial compensation.
Our Free Veterans Packet includes info on:
(USA Based)
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