16 Days of Activism
16 Days of Activism is a global movement highlighting organizations committed to ending violence against women and children.
At 5FM, we understand that 16 Days of Activism, is just the beginning. That's why we've compiled a list of helplines to connect you with some of these dedicated organizations.
Whether you're a victim, witness, or seeking to change your behaviour, there's someone ready to support you. Speaking up is a powerful move you can take!
| Report Abuse: | Contact Information: |
| Child Welfare South Africa | 074 080 8315 or email info@childwelfaresa.co.za |
| 08000 55 555 |
| Gender Based Violence Command Centre | 0800 428 428 or dial *120*786# |
| Halt Elder Abuse Line (Heal) | 0800 003 081 or email action@actiononelderabusesa.co.za |
| Human Trafficking helpline | 08000 737 283 (08000 rescue) / 082 455 3664 |
| LifeLine 24-hour crisis helpline | 0800 150 150 |
| Report neglect or abuse of a child | 0861 4 CHILD (24453) |
| SAPS | 08600 10111 |
| Stop Gender Violence helpline | 0800 150 150 |
| If you’re a witness and are afraid for your safety for reasons linked to being a witness, you can apply for witness protection. Contact the Witness Protection Unit at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) on 012 845 6000 | |
| Assistance for Victims: | Contact Information: |
| Families South Africa (Famsa) | 011 975 7106/7 |
| Frida Hartley Shelter | 011 648 6005 or email: Cheryl@fridahartley.org |
| People Opposed to Woman Abuse (Powa) | 011 642 4345 |
| Rape Crisis Cape Town Trust | English: 021 447 9762 isiXhosa: 021 361 9085 Afrikaans: 021 633 9229 Whatsapp support line: 083 222 5164 |
| Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and children | 021 633 5287 |
| Tears Foundation | 010 590 5920 Or Free helpline number: *134*7355# |
| The Trauma Centre | 021 465 7373 |
| Tshwaranang Legal Advocacy Centre (TLAC) | 011 403 4267/060 800 0139 or email tshwaranang@tlac.org.za |
| Self-help Organizations: | Contact Information: |
| Alcoholics Anonymous Helplines | 0861 HELPAA (435 722) |
| Narcotics Anonymous SA Helplines / Drug Rehab Centres | 083 900 MY NA (083 900 69 62) |
| South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) | 011 892 3829 WhatsApp: 076 535 1701 |
| The Anger and Stress Management Centre | 081 336 3828 |
| Public Donations: | Contact Information: |
| 1000 women 1 voice |
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| Lawyers against Abuse (LvA) |
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| Sonke Gender Justice |
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