Abused women may find succour in open arms of Centurion NPO
Specific programs the organisation focuses on, include GBV Victim Support, Skills Development, Career Guidance, Entrepreneurial Programs, Mental Health and Counselling Services.
Basadi Ba Moshito Foundation is a faith-based non-profit organisation (NPO) that opened its doors in Lyttelton Manor on Saturday.
According to spokesperson Harmony Malope, “the group is committed to providing support services to vulnerable women from abusive and underprivileged backgrounds. We function as an information agency and social support centre for women”.
She said the NPO’s objective is to provide social support and assistance through programmes and initiatives directed at empowerment, upliftment and social progression.
Malope said many South African women “experience a daily struggle with social injustice, gender-based violence, poverty and mental health issues. Most of these women struggle with access to information and resources required to overcome the challenges they are faced with. Basadi Ba Moshito Foundation was established in response to this problem”.
“Our doors are open now, and we’re ready to assist women from all walks of life with these challenges. We’re a social support agency, linking women further to the appropriate structures which are able to assist them with a vast range of services.”
She said these services will empower women and get them back on their feet after enduring hardships.
“We aim to use these services to empower women and girls who have been disadvantaged by unfavourable circumstances. We will be the link between women in need of psychological or social assistance and the service providers who are available to assist them,” she said.
Specific programs the organisation focuses on, include GBV Victim Support, Skills Development, Career Guidance, Entrepreneurial Programs, Mental Health and Counselling Services.
Malope said they started off with a campaign to collect sanitary towels for girls in need.
“Please help by donating sanitary towels, as well as any other feminine hygiene products at our drive and drop-off point at 182 Cradock Street, Lyttelton. We are available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:00 to 17:00.”
Malope said they also encourage women to meet with their support groups on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 18:00 to 19:00 at the Lyttelton Community Library.
“We wish to create a safe space for women where they can meet and talk and share their stories. We want women to be encouraged by these meetings, so they know they have the support needed to overcome the obstacles in their lives.
“Women can also network and share their experiences with each other,” she said.
Malope said anyone is welcome to join the group. They encourage women from all walks of life to join.
“You can become a friend of the group as well, and indicate what services you are willing or capable of assisting with. People with a passion for women in need can also join as a volunteer.
If more information is required, kindly call us at 066 576 5637,” Malope said.
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