Yokhuselo Haven is a safe place for abused women and their children. That includes all types of abuse, gender based violence, rape and domestic violence. We are dependent on donations and fundraising...

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A practical, personalized Domestic/Gender Based Violence Safety Plan during this time of Covid-19. A message brought to you as published by the National Shelter Movement of South Africa. Excellent.

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This brief highlights emerging trends and implications for the provision of essential services (health, police and justice, social services and coordination of these services) for women and girls who have experienced violence during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

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Get involved in Yokhuselo Haven's Handbag Of Hope this August month!

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People often have a limited understanding of what constitutes domestic abuse. In this article, we provide more in-depth examples of abuse.

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The first point of call for victims of domestic violence when reporting an incident is the South African Police Service (SAPS). After that, they would follow a procedure with the domestic violence sections at the courts, the Public Prosecutors and shelters if need be.

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

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The SAPS must inform domestic violence (DV) victims of their rights or give them the support they are obligated to provide them as per the Domestic Violence Act. Below is a list of some of the services you should expect from the SAPS when you report domestic violence.

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You have right and there are ways to protect yourself against an abuser. If the abuser threatens your life and you live in fear of the abuser, then a protection order could be an option.

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