In an effort to prevent rape and abuse, WAR started a “Pepper Spray Project” in South Africa. By handing out pepper sprays free of charge to those who cannot afford to buy them, WAR is empowering women and men to be able to defend themselves. In the first area we gave the pepper spray out, there has been a decrease of reported rape cases. WAR believes that self-defence and protection should be an important priority…
The below is a collection of articles covering a range of topics to assist those in crisis and their families by arming them with valuable information. 16 Days of Activism A Look Behind the Statistics of South Africa’s Rape Epidemic Abuse Resources Can Your Phone Protect You from Sexual Assault? Different Types of Abuse Domestic Violence Healthy Relationships Help I Can’t Cope How to Prevent Child Abuse Myths & Truths About Rape Partner Rape Personal…
WAR has finally put a “face” to survivors of sexual assault and abuse, speaking out in local communities such as churches, schools, various Woman Clubs, on radio and at many corporate companies. We aim to create awareness surrounding this ever-increasing crime, providing practical strategies on how to avoid these situations and explaining misconceptions which often lead to thoughtless comments to victims who then take even longer to heal. Raising awareness of the seriousness of sexual…
Woman Against Rape is continually marching and protesting against rape and abuse to create awareness surrounding these horrific crimes. WAR raised awareness in the streets and had loads of fun with the biking community in Port Elizabeth in 2016, raising awareness of abuse and rape. It was a day to be remembered as the police escorted hundreds of bikers and VW beetles and kombis waving flags and hooting through the community. Donations were welcomed and…
Woman Against Rape has also started the hand out of Edu-Activity Book Sets to children at various schools and presents an introductory lesson to pique the interest of the children with fun stories and songs about being aware of sexual predators and personal safety. These book sets include an edu-activity book filled with activities and tips for children on how to KEEP SAFE and BE SMART, an educational DVD, crayons and a tear-out certificate which…
WAR’S PROGRESS We are finding the children very responsive to our interactive educational sessions with them at schools and safe havens alike and are excited to share some of the pictures we have taken of them learning about pet care. We have worked alongside survivors of rape or abuse to pack food parcels for animals and laughed together and enjoyed some sweet love from the pets who visited on the day of each project. We…
For many abused women, men and children, pets are sources of comfort providing strong emotional support. Often, victims have difficulty opening up to counsellors which is why WAR started this project, to bring comfort to victims, through the gentle presence of a dog or the soft fur to stroke on a cat, and at the same time, providing food and other goods to needy animals. .. WAR’s GOALS: To give survivors the opportunity to reach…
WAR’s GOALS: To educate children about taking care of their pets in the same way as they like their needs to be met, like having a safe home, a warm bed, water to drink, food to eat and medical care To instilling empathy and a humane ethic in children at an early stage in their development, leading to responsible adults later in life To help nurture the bond and natural affinity for animals that young…
In order to stop sexual abuse andviolence, it’s critical that we stand strong and stand together against these crimes and help each other. Things you can do: Speak out against woman and child abuse. Encourage silent female victims to challenge abuse, and ensure that they get help. Report child abuse to the police immediately. Encourage children to report bullying behaviour to school authorities. Men are critical partners in the fight against the abuse of women…
SAPS Crime Stop Tel: 08600 10111 Gender-Based Violence Command Centre Tel: 0800 428 428 Tel: 0800 GBV GBV Stop Gender Violence Helpline Tel: 0800 150 150 sms *120*7867# from any cell phone Family and Marriage Society of South Africa (FAMSA) Tel: (011) 975 7107 Childline Tel: 08000 55 555 National Crisis Line Tel: 086 132 2322 SA National Council for Child Welfare Tel: 011 339 5741