Saartjie Baartman Centre

Saartjie Baartman Centre Safe accommodation for abused women & their children; counselling, legal & economic empowerment.

Economic empowerment is an important pathway to independence — but it cannot, on its own, dismantle the conditions that ...
19/08/2026

Economic empowerment is an important pathway to independence — but it cannot, on its own, dismantle the conditions that sustain GBV.

Women’s economic agency is shaped by relationships, power dynamics, gender norms, access to justice and broader structural conditions.

At Saartjie Baartman Centre, our approach recognises that sustainable change requires an integrated response — one that supports women to exercise their rights, make informed choices and build lives with greater safety, agency and independence.

Economic empowerment is part of the response. It is not the entire response.

ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT DOESN’T HAPPEN IN ISOLATION. 💜💚Economic independence matters — but sustainable empowerment requires...
18/08/2026

ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT DOESN’T HAPPEN IN ISOLATION. 💜💚

Economic independence matters — but sustainable empowerment requires more.

At the Saartjie Baartman Centre, we support women holistically through safety, legal support, psychosocial care, skills development and economic opportunities.

Because true empowerment means having the support, choices and opportunities to shape your own future.

Empowerment starts with knowledge. 💜🌿Financial literacy is an important part of economic empowerment. Through one-on-one...
17/08/2026

Empowerment starts with knowledge. 💜🌿

Financial literacy is an important part of economic empowerment. Through one-on-one support, women at SBC are encouraged to better understand their finances, plan for their needs and make informed decisions about their futures.

Because financial independence begins with having the knowledge and confidence to make empowered choices.

Empowered women, empower women. 💜🌿Every stitch, bead and creation represents a skill learned, confidence built and an op...
15/08/2026

Empowered women, empower women. 💜🌿

Every stitch, bead and creation represents a skill learned, confidence built and an opportunity created.

We’re grateful to kolisi_foundation and blackbettydesign for supporting the women behind these creations and contributing to the opportunities that make their journeys possible. ✨

When we invest in women, we invest in stronger futures.

We love seeing the interest in our Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Hub!Please note that these opportunities are curr...
13/08/2026

We love seeing the interest in our Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Hub!

Please note that these opportunities are currently available only to women residing at the Saartjie Baartman Centre as part of their support and empowerment journey. They are not open for public applications.

Thank you for your interest and for supporting the work we do. 🌱✨

12/08/2026

Empowerment in action. 🧵📿

At the Saartjie Baartman Centre, skills development is about more than learning how to sew or bead — it’s about creating possibilities.

Through our Entrepreneurial Hub, women residing at the Centre are given opportunities to learn practical skills, gain experience and work towards economic independence.

From the sewing machines to the beads being carefully placed by hand, every skill learned is another tool a woman can carry with her beyond the Centre.

Because when a woman has the skills to earn, she has more choices for her future. ❤️

Skills create opportunities. Opportunities create independence.

Skills can open doors. 💜At the Saartjie Baartman Centre, skills development is about more than learning something new — ...
11/08/2026

Skills can open doors. 💜

At the Saartjie Baartman Centre, skills development is about more than learning something new — it’s about building confidence, creating opportunities and supporting women on the journey towards greater independence.

From Basic IT Skills to Home-Based Care and First Aid, we equip women with practical skills that can help shape what comes next.

When you invest in a woman’s skills, you invest in her future. 🌱

Happy Women’s Day! 💜🌸Today, we celebrate women — their strength, resilience, courage, dreams and endless possibilities.H...
09/08/2026

Happy Women’s Day! 💜🌸

Today, we celebrate women — their strength, resilience, courage, dreams and endless possibilities.

Here’s to every woman creating her own future, one step at a time.

Together, stronger. Together, we rise. ✨

Economic empowerment is not one programme. It is a journey. 💜At the Saartjie Baartman Centre, women can access a network...
07/08/2026

Economic empowerment is not one programme. It is a journey. 💜

At the Saartjie Baartman Centre, women can access a network of support that helps them move from crisis towards healing, confidence, skills, opportunity and greater independence.

From safe accommodation and psychosocial support, to legal assistance, skills development, employment opportunities and entrepreneurship — we walk alongside women as they rebuild.

Because empowerment happens when women have the support, knowledge, skills, opportunities and choices they need to shape their own futures. 🌱

Women’s economic empowerment is about more than employment and skills development. It also means ensuring that women und...
06/08/2026

Women’s economic empowerment is about more than employment and skills development. It also means ensuring that women understand and are able to exercise their legal rights.

Every day, the Legal Department at the Saartjie Baartman Centre assists women who are navigating legal challenges that can impact their economic stability and independence.

Today, we’re highlighting maintenance.

Maintenance is not a favour—it’s a legal responsibility. It plays an important role in ensuring that children are financially supported and can help ease the financial burden on the primary caregiver.

If you need information about the maintenance process or would like to know how our Legal Department can assist eligible clients, we’re here to help.

📞 021 633 5287
🌐 www.saartjiebaartmancentre.org.za

Together, we’re working towards a future where every woman has the knowledge, support and opportunity to make informed decisions and build economic independence.

Address

Klipfontein Road, Manenberg
Cape Town
7764

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:00

Telephone

+27216335287

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