Woman Against Rape is an advocate of sustainable change. It is vital for the survival of someone who has been abused that we teach skills to empower and give them the means to sustain themselves in the economy.

Skills Development
Emphasis is on discovering the potential of each child and determining their interest and talents. Accordingly, specific training activities are introduced to develop each one’s talent and abilities.

Computer Literacy
More computer courses at several homes are planned where the children will be introduced to Microsoft Office Explorer, Word and Outlook. The course is an introductory certificate course which will enable them to further practice their newly acquired skills creating cards, bookmarks and more. They will also be able to then access computers in libraries and schools with confidence.

Beth Shan, a shelter in Pretoria for female victims of domestic violence and victims of human trafficking benefitted greatly by WAR’s computer literacy program, started in 2013. The new skill they have acquired liberated them, made them realized their own worth and added to their repertoire of abilities.

 

WAR’s computer training project will be able to continue in other children’s homes, like Peas In A Pod in Sunnyside Pretoria when 8 laptop computers can be purchased to train 16 children at a time.

Solution Seeker

    WAR is an advocate of sustainable change. We not only inspire communities and individuals, but also provide the necessary means and points out opportunities within the community structures. Patrick, a community leader in Olievenhoutbosch, a poverty-stricken community just outside Centurion, now owns his own hair salon which was furnished by donations generated via WAR’s networking initiative.

WAR also initiated the Gill Worms Feeding Scheme in Olievenhoutbosch where the people face crime, unemployment, domestic violence and a lack of education opportunities.

Pots, pans and utensils have been provided and weekly, 500 people enjoy a healthy meal, of meat, fresh veggies and mealie meal which is prepared by Patrick and his team.

The nutritional status of the community is improved. Physical ailments are reduced and productivity is enhanced.

Training in Crafts & Hobbies
A sewing project in Pretoria North was launched where corporate gift items and shopping bags are manufactured. WAR supplies the fabric and sewing necessities.

 

Knitting and crocheting are encouraged at the children’s homes. WAR supplies wool, knitting- and crocheting needles.

WAR sells the crafts made in these initiatives, giving an income to a survivor. YOU can uplift someone by purchasing a hand-made item from WAR such as the colour changing candles, bracelets or Shwe-Shwe bags.

For more info contact admin@womanagainstrape.co.za