Free 24/7 abuse support. TEARS Foundation connects survivors to emergency services & fights GBV through education & collaboration.
Joined October 2012
- Tweets 9,107
- Following 539
- Followers 1,391
- Likes 1,041
933 Photos and videos
Pinned Tweet
Apr 9
Share this with your family, friends and colleagues. Help is out there! π©΅
#tearsfoundation
2
4
117
Jun 16
50 years later, the fight continues.
Today's youth deserve safety, dignity, support and the freedom to thrive.
Because every generation deserves safety. π
#YouthDay #June16 #YouthMonth
3
176
Jun 15
Elder abuse often happens in silence.
Let's make sure older persons don't have to suffer in it.
π08000 83277
#WEAAD #SafetyHasNoAgeLimit π
11
Jun 12
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.π
π08000 83277
4
Jun 10
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. π
π08000 83277
#YouthMonth #BeyondFightingForEducation
1
1
18
Jun 10
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: u21429562@tuks.co.za
#research #IntimatePartnerViolence
18
Jun 8
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. π
π08000 83277
#MensMentalHealthMonth
1
28
Jun 5
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. π
1
24
Jun 5
Hurt children grow into adults who still deserve healing and support. π
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
3
Jun 5
βSouth Africa does not lack policies; it lacks political courage & implementation.β TEARS Founder Mara Glennie calls for urgent reform to address GBV, forensic backlogs, and failing support systems. Awareness alone is not enough. #EndGBV #TEARSFoundation iol.co.za/weekend-argus/newsβ¦
11
Jun 5
Seeking support is a step toward breaking the cycle.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #WorkingTogether
1
9
Jun 4
Digital learning must include digital safeguarding.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
1
8
Jun 4
We're excited to announce a new partnership between TEARS Foundation and Phylaxis.ai.
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.
1
15
Jun 3
Working together means balancing protection, education, and age-appropriate learning.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
11
Jun 3
Can body safety education help protect children from abuse?
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
14
Jun 2
The Childrenβs Act exists to protect children, not to protect adult silence.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
19
Jun 2
A child witnessing domestic violence is not βjust family problems.β South African law recognises this as harm against a child.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
12
Jun 1
A child does not need to be hit to be deeply affected by violence at home.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
1
14
Jun 1
International Childrenβs Day is a reminder that protecting children requires action not just awareness.
π08000 83277
#ChildProtectionWeek #tearsfoundation
2
26
Jun 1
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.
1
21
Jun 1
On Saturday, 30 May, we welcomed a remarkable group of new volunteers to TEARS Foundation. These are people who have chosen to stand with survivors and help us fight gender-based violence. Every volunteer strengthens our mission to create safer communities and restore hope.
1
22