Responding to Domestic Violence

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This programme is designed to equip practitioners with a thorough understanding of domestic violence, covering both victims and perpetrators.  The following topics are covered:

  • What is domestic violence?
  • Applicable legislation
  • Protection orders
  • Working with victims
  • Community education and awareness to address the prevalence of domestic violence.

The programme is suitable for social workers, lay counsellors, law enforcement, and community safety members.  The programme makes extensive use of real-life case studies to consolidate learning and provide opportunities to apply learning to real-world contexts.

This programme is not accredited with the SACSSP for CPD points.

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Services for Victims of Domestic Violence

  • The Gender-Based Violence Command Centre: 0800 428 428.
    • This is supported by a USSD, “please call me” facility: *120*7867#.
    • A Skype Line ‘Helpme GBV’for members of the deaf community also exists.  (Add ‘Helpme GBV’ to your Skype contacts).
    • An SMS Based Line 31531 for persons with disabilities (SMS ‘help’ to 31531) also exists.
  • Tears: 24/7 FREE EMERGENCY CONTACT
    • HELPLINE: 08000 TEARS / 08000 83277
    • SUPPORT LOCATOR: *134*7355#
    • EMAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • National Counselling Line: 0861 322 322
  • Gender Violence Helpline: 0800 150 150
  • Adcock Ingram Depression & Anxiety Helpline: 0800 70 80 90
  • Akeso Psychiatric Response Unit 24 Hour: 0861 435 787
  • Cipla Mental Health Helpline: 0800 456 789
  • Dr Reddy’s Mental Health Helpline: 0800 21 22 23
  • South Africa Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 12 13 14
  • Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 567 567