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Collected on 8 September 2026
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Support Services for GBV Victims
Residents can access victim empowerment services including trauma counselling, psychosocial support, and referrals through the Department of Social Development. These services are available across multiple regions in the Western Cape and are designed to assist survivors of gender-based violence in accessing help and healing.
The document's recorded date is 25 February 2025. Confirm on the official source.
Places
Western Cape
Reference
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/article/western-cape-leading-efforts-address-gbv
Closing Date
25 February 2025
To access more information about services offered by the Department for GBV victims, call our toll-free number on 0800 220 250 , send an email to SD.CustomerCare@westerncape.gov.za or visit: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/social-development/service/victim-empowerment-programme
GBV Ambassador Programme
The Western Cape Government offers a volunteer opportunity to become a GBV Ambassador in selected communities. Ambassadors are trained volunteers who raise awareness about support services for victims of gender-based violence, provide information, make referrals to the Department of Social Development and the South African Police Service, and advocate for those unable to speak for themselves.
The document's recorded date is 25 February 2025. Confirm on the official source.
On 25 February 2025 the department launched the 8th GBV Ambassador programme for the province, this time in the Central Karoo region.