Standing Together Against Gender-Based Violence
Integrated care for survivors of gender-based violence
Stellenbosch GBV Center
A local initiative in Stellenbosch, South Africa, supported by the Förderverein des Dialogs der Weltreligionen to strengthen assistance for survivors of gender-based violence.
Gender-based violence remains one of the most pressing social challenges in South Africa. Through international cooperation and responsible partnerships, we support this initiative that provide assistance, guidance, and hope to those affected.
1 in 4 women experiences gender-based violence in her lifetime
117 women report rape cases to the police. Daily.
In Nov 2025 GBV and femicide were declared as a national disaster
Gender-based violence remains one of the most urgent social challenges in South Africa. Across communities, individuals and families are affected by violence that leaves deep physical, emotional, and social consequences.
Prevention exists.
Care does not.
Why
When violence occurs, survivors need more than prevention.
They need coordinated care.
One door. Coordinated care.
What
The Stellenbosch GBV Centre is a 24/7, free-of-charge one-stop centre providing coordinated medical, legal, and psychosocial support for survivors of gender-based violence in the Stellenbosch region.
The initiative contributes to creating a place where individuals affected by violence can access coordinated support in a safe and respectful environment.
Through collaboration between local professionals and supporting partners, the project promotes:
access to professional assistance for survivors
coordinated support services
strengthened local response structures
increased awareness and prevention within the community
The Stellenbosch GBV Centre provides compassionate and professional support to individuals affected by gender-based violence while strengthening local support networks.
“When the abuse happened to me I felt alone and afraid. I then went to the GBV Centre and I found hope, love, peace and happiness.”
Anonymous statement,
handwritten by a survivor at the Centre
Our role as a Sponsoring Organisation
Who
The Swiss Association – Förderverein des Dialogs der Weltreligionen serves as the sponsoring organization for this project. From Switzerland, the association supports the initiative through fundraising, donor engagement, and long-term strategic commitment, in close cooperation with the Ring for Peace Cape Trust, which acts as the corresponding partner organization in South Africa and oversees the local administration of funds.
Fundraising and Resource Mobilization
The association raises financial support to help sustain the project and enable continued assistance for individuals affected by gender-based violence.
Donor Relations and International Engagement
Supporters and partners are informed about the project’s development and impact, fostering long-term relationships and international awareness.
Sustainable Project Support
Through strategic guidance and responsible stewardship, the association helps ensure the continuity and sustainability of the initiative.
This structure connects local expertise in South Africa with international support from Switzerland, ensuring responsible collaboration and long-term stability for the project.
Act now.
Your donation ensures free, confidential support - medical, psychosocial, and legal - for survivors of gender-based violence, whenever it is needed.
Funds are allocated transparently and used entirely to support the work of the Stellenbosch GBV Centre.
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