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Victims of gender-based violence and their children can access free support through 25 shelters and 21 funded social service organisations across the province. Services include counselling, shelter, legal aid, and trauma care.
- Who it is for:
- victims of GBV and their children
- How to act on it:
- Call the toll-free number 0800 220 250 or send an email for information and referral
Individuals in the Cape Metro North region can join the GBV Ambassador Programme to help raise awareness about gender-based violence support services and refer victims to the Department of Social Development for assistance. The programme trains community volunteers to act as trusted advocates and support figures.
- Who it is for:
- residents of Dunoon, Bishop Lavis, Langa, Elsies River, and Fisantekraal
- How to act on it:
- Contact the local DSD office or attend a community outreach event to express interest in joining the programme
Forty-three learners from George and Bitou municipalities completed their artisanship training programmes and were awarded certificates during ceremonies hosted by the Provincial Minister of Infrastructure.
- Who it is for:
- learners from George and Bitou municipalities who completed artisanship training
- How to act on it:
- Learners enrolled in and completed the training programme offered by the Department of Infrastructure; no further action is required for this event as it was a graduation ceremony.
Unemployed young South Africans in the Western Cape can participate in structured skills development and on-the-job training through a government-funded programme. Participants receive monthly stipends and gain practical workplace experience over 4 to 12 months in fields such as business process outsourcing, hospitality, artisanal development, clothing and textiles, and general work and skills training. Upon completion, 80% of participants are guaranteed either permanent or contract employment with participating companies.
- Who it is for:
- unemployed young South Africans aged 18–35 from the Western Cape, especially those from townships like Mitchells Plain, Delft, Khayelitsha, Gugulethu, and Langa
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the Department of Economic Development and Tourism; participation is open to South African citizens who meet the criteria and are based in the Western Cape.
WSAR is a volunteer organisation that provides technical rescue and medical assistance in the Western Cape’s mountainous terrain. Volunteers assist in rescuing hikers and adventurers in remote, challenging environments, often under hazardous conditions.
- Who it is for:
- individuals with outdoor experience, physical fitness, and willingness to serve in high-risk mountain rescue operations
- How to act on it:
- Apply to join WSAR by contacting the organisation directly to express interest in volunteering and undergoing required training
Individuals can join emergency medical services volunteer programmes such as Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) or Emergency First Aid Responders (EFAR), where they assist in mountain rescues, community first aid, and ambulance operations. Volunteers help bridge gaps in emergency response, especially in remote and rural areas.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public interested in emergency medical response, particularly in outdoor and rural settings
- How to act on it:
- Contact WSAR or EFAR directly to express interest in volunteering; participation requires commitment to training and emergency response duties
Trained community volunteers help raise awareness about gender-based violence support services in the Cape Winelands/Overberg region, including Ceres, Swartland, Delft, Grabouw, and Heinz Park. These ambassadors assist vulnerable residents, especially in rural areas, by connecting them to vital social services.
- Who it is for:
- trained community volunteers from local areas
- How to act on it:
- Volunteers are recruited and trained by the Western Cape Department of Social Development to serve as GBV ambassadors in their communities.
A mobile office operated by the Western Cape Department of Social Development brings essential social services directly to residents in remote or underserved areas of the Cape Winelands/Overberg region, reducing the need for long travel and transport costs.
- Who it is for:
- residents of the Cape Winelands/Overberg region, particularly those in rural or hard-to-reach areas
- How to act on it:
- Residents can access services at the mobile office when it visits their local area; no application required—services are provided on-site.
The Department of Local Government has received an additional R3 million from the 2024 Adjustment Budget to prepare for and respond to water-related emergencies during the summer months.
- Who it is for:
- Department of Local Government
- How to act on it:
- Funds are allocated internally by the provincial government; no external application required.
The Western Cape government has mobilized 2,300 professional and contract-based firefighters, along with 24 aerial resources including helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, to respond to wildfires during the upcoming summer season. This readiness effort is supported by a R15 million aerial support budget and coordination through the provincial Mutual Aid Agreement.
- Who it is for:
- residents of the Western Cape, emergency responders, and local volunteer groups
- How to act on it:
- No application or action required; this is a readiness initiative led by government agencies.
Community members in the Metro North region can volunteer as trained ambassadors to raise awareness about support services for survivors of gender-based violence. Ambassadors work with the Department year-round, not just during the 16 Days campaign.
- Who it is for:
- residents of Dunoon, Bishop Lavis, Langa, Elsies River, and Fisantekraal
- How to act on it:
- Attend the launch event or contact the Department of Social Development for information on how to apply as a volunteer
Individuals living with HIV in the Western Cape can access free and effective antiretroviral treatment to manage their condition and prevent transmission. Treatment is available through public healthcare facilities across the province.
- Who it is for:
- people living with HIV in the Western Cape
- How to act on it:
- Visit any public healthcare facility in the Western Cape to initiate or continue ART treatment