TEARS Foundation

09/08/2026

This Women's Month, we honour the extraordinary women who changed the course of South African history.

On 9 August 1956, more than 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings in peaceful protest against the pass laws imposed by the apartheid government.

At the forefront were Lilian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Rahima Moosa and Sophia Williams-De Bruyn; four courageous women whose leadership became a symbol of resilience, unity and hope.
Seventy years later, their legacy lives on. Their march reminds us that every woman deserves to live with dignity, equality and freedom from violence.

At TEARS, we continue that legacy by standing alongside survivors of r**e and abuse, advocating for safer communities, and ensuring that no survivor has to face their journey alone.
"Wathint' abafazi, wathint' imbokodo.""You strike a woman, you strike a rock.“

💙 If you or someone you know needs support after r**e or abuse, we're here to help.

📞Call: 08000 83277
💙WhatsApp: 060 939 1857
🌐Visit: www.tears.co.za
📧Email: [email protected]
📱USSD: *134*7355 #

08/08/2026

Our team had the privilege of joining the Empact Group for “Bloom Naturally”, a powerful Women’s Day celebration filled with connection, inspiration and empowerment.

We were proud to have TEARS Foundation GM, Celeste Louw, as one of the event’s key speakers, sharing a message centred on “Rebirth.”

Her message was simple but powerful: abuse can change your story, but it does not have to define who you become. There is strength in healing, reclaiming your identity and choosing to move forward.

And perhaps that’s what it means to Bloom Naturally: allowing yourself the space to heal, grow and discover who you are beyond what you’ve been through.

Thank you to the Empact Group for creating a space where women could feel inspired, empowered and reminded of their strength.

Here’s to rebirth. To resilience. To reclaiming your story. And to blooming into who you were always meant to be.

If you or someone you know has been r**ed or abused, call 08000 83277 today. 💧

08/08/2026

Some organisations fighting against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide in the country say the classification of the scourge as a national disaster has brought little change on the ground.

GBVF was classified as a national disaster in November last year by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

On Monday, the President announced the members of the National Council on GBVF to strengthen the fight against the crisis.

"There was a lot of pressure. It was the G20. Um the president had to do something. He used his political voice," - Celeste Louw

Despite the claims to have expanded victim support services and opening two more Thuthuzela Care Clinics, we as Tears Foundation do not see an improvement. Shelters and NPO's are closing down and the calls keep coming!

https://youtu.be/xJ7kEEMQtFM?si=z4jzZCRjDdbTgrbN

Some organisations fighting against Gender-Based Violence and Femic...

07/08/2026

A National Call to Action
South Africa deserves better.
When:
• More than 100 r**es are reported every day
• One in three women experience physical violence in their lifetime
• Our femicide rate is among the highest in the world..silence is no longer an option.

TEARS Foundation has launched a national campaign to gather 10,000 voices through our FREE GBV Awareness Assessment.

We are asking every South African to stand with us.
🩵 Take the assessment.
🩵 Share it with your family and friends.
🩵 Help us build a safer South Africa.

Start here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/TEARSGBVA

Your voice matters. Your participation matters. Together, we are stronger.

07/08/2026

Thank you to Pamela Majola and the Gagasi FM team for creating space for this important conversation.

Our General Manager of Operations, Celeste Louw, joined the discussion on the urgent need for stronger, more accountable action to address South Africa's gender-based violence crisis. Every conversation that raises awareness and calls for change brings us one step closer to a safer future for all.

Thank you for amplifying the voices of survivors and the work being done to drive meaningful change.

Listen to the interview here: https://share.google/93WXULkP4ej6cGjA4

By Samkelo Biyela or Read more about TEARS Foundation slams government's GBV intervention efforts on Gagasi FM

07/08/2026

Meaningful conversations drive meaningful change.

Our General Manager, Celeste Louw, was honoured to represent TEARS Foundation at the Doctors Without Borders panel discussion hosted at Wits Medical School. The discussion brought together experts and advocates committed to addressing some of the most pressing humanitarian and healthcare challenges facing our communities.

Collaboration across sectors is essential to strengthening survivor support, improving access to care, and creating safer communities. Thank you to Doctors Without Borders for creating a space for these important conversations.

If you, or someone you know, has experienced GBV call TEARS Foundation today. Call 08000 83277 (free, anytime)

07/08/2026

Domestic Violence is NOT a private family issue.

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing domestic violence call TEARS Foundation today for free, confidential support by dialing 08000 83 277.

07/08/2026

A very big thank you to Pastor Standton
& Bishop for visiting TEARS Foundation and delivering donations, including lovingly knitted items. 🩵

We are grateful to everyone from You Feed Them & Northcliff Union Church for donating these items.

Because of these kind donations, we can bless survivors of GBV.

If you would like to donate to TEARS, you are welcome to drop off donations at our offices at Benmore Centre in Sandton.
Level 2, across from Absa.

Or you can Join The Frontline by becoming a monthly subscriber:
https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/frontline-supporters