Our Background & Story
Mission Statement
Our Vision
Our Core Values
Compassion
Love, dignity, and respect for every survivor who knocks at our door for assistance.
Justice
Legal pathways and advocacy against GBV, ensuring access to justice for all.
Empowerment
Skills training for financial independence and long-term self-sufficiency.
Community
Engaging families and society in healing and prevention of violence.
Confidentiality
Protecting the privacy and dignity of every client in our care.
Sustainability
Building lasting solutions through income-generating activities and partnerships.
Geographical Location
Siliziwe Community Care Center is centrally located in Witsand, Atlantis, governed by the Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality. Our facility serves as a beacon of safety for the surrounding communities.
No. 14119 Mvundla Street, Witsand, Atlantis 7349, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
Organizational Structure & Leadership
The Board consists of 10 dedicated members committed to saving and restoring dilapidated lives of gender-based violence survivors.
The Challenges We Address
Alcohol & Substance Abuse
67% of men had consumed alcohol before abusing their partners. Alcohol abuse is a major risk factor for GBV.
Poverty & Economic Stress
Unemployment and economic stress influence gender-based violence in townships.
Patriarchal Attitudes
Deeply entrenched patriarchal attitudes towards women make violence an almost accepted social phenomenon.
Teenage Pregnancy
Increase in teenage mothers dropping out of school, putting them at high risk of GBV.