TEARS Foundation

Free 24/7 abuse support. TEARS Foundation connects survivors to emergency services & fights GBV through education & collaboration.

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TEARS is honoured to have been recognised as the Best GBV Organisation at the 5th National Annual Gender-Based Violence Awards.
This award is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our team, volunteers, partners, supporters, and every individual who walks alongside us.

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50 years later, the fight continues.

Today's youth deserve safety, dignity, support and the freedom to thrive.

Because every generation deserves safety. 💙

#YouthDay #June16 #YouthMonth

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Elder abuse often happens in silence.

Let's make sure older persons don't have to suffer in it.

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#WEAAD #SafetyHasNoAgeLimit 💙

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Young people today are still fighting to speak out about abuse without fear of judgment, blame or stigma.

Only about 1 in 5 victims of sexual offences in South Africa report the crime to police.

Every young person deserves to be heard, believed and supported.💙

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50 years later, the fight continues.

Today's youth are fighting for safety, mental health support, freedom from violence and opportunities to thrive.

Every generation deserves more than opportunity, they deserve safety. 💙

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#YouthMonth #BeyondFightingForEducation

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Your identity will remain confidential, and you may withdraw from the study at any stage, even after providing consent, without any negative consequences.

Researcher: Gemma Early
Cell: 076 478 3837
Email: [email protected]

#research #IntimatePartnerViolence

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Men account for nearly 79% of recorded suicides in South Africa.

Creating safer spaces for men to talk about stress, trauma, and mental health is part of building healthier relationships and safer communities. 💙

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#MensMentalHealthMonth

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TEARS was proud to participate in the EMPACT Wellness Event, Celeste Louw (GM), shared insights on supporting survivors of GBV and Sexual Violence across South Africa.

A highlight of the day was meeting rugby legend Bryan Habana.

Together, we can build safer communities. 💙

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Hurt children grow into adults who still deserve healing and support. 💙

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#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation

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“South Africa does not lack policies; it lacks political courage & implementation.” TEARS Founder Mara Glennie calls for urgent reform to address GBV, forensic backlogs, and failing support systems. Awareness alone is not enough. #EndGBV #TEARSFoundation https://t.co/uqlhsHUSwa

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Seeking support is a step toward breaking the cycle.

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#ChildProtectionWeek #WorkingTogether

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Digital learning must include digital safeguarding.

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#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation

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We're excited to announce a new partnership between TEARS Foundation and https://t.co/8j8pJdTxyt.
Together, we're developing an innovative, evidence-based GBV Assessment Module that will help identify risk factors, strengthen prevention efforts, and support pathways to safety.

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Working together means balancing protection, education, and age-appropriate learning.

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Can body safety education help protect children from abuse?

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The Children’s Act exists to protect children, not to protect adult silence.

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A child witnessing domestic violence is not “just family problems.” South African law recognises this as harm against a child.

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A child does not need to be hit to be deeply affected by violence at home.

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International Children’s Day is a reminder that protecting children requires action not just awareness.

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A mother felt alone and didn't know how to help her daughter. Then she saw a TEARS Foundation billboard with a number that changed everything.
Thank you to Earworm for sharing this powerful true story & helping more survivors and their loved ones know that support is available.