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I am living with an abuser and am scared to be in lockdown with them
I am living with an abuser and am scared to be in lockdown with them
What can I do?
It's not just a physical attack, but can also include, sexual, emotional, psychological or economic harm
Domestic abuse is understood to be not just a physical attack, but can also include, sexual, emotional, psychological or economic harm.
You do not have to stay anywhere where you feel scared or as if you are in danger.
The government has stated that women and children’s shelters must stay open during the lockdown.
The police are also open throughout the lockdown.
Social workers have the authority to take a child and place them in safety.
Organisations that can help in cases of domestic violence and abuse:
- South African Police Service (SAPS) 10111
- People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) +27 (11) 642 4345
- South African Human Rights Commission +27 (11) 484 8300
- LIFELINE +27 (11) 728 1347 / 0861 322 322
- Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) +27 (11) 403 7182
- Independent Complaints Directorate (ICD) +27 (12) 320 0431
- Stop Women Abuse 0800 150 150
- Childline +27 (11) 938 8745 FAMSA National +27 (11) 833 2057
Legal&Tax is proud to be a partner with People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA)
Read our guide on how to protect yourself
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