Unveiling the Challenges of Gender-Based Violence NGOs in South Africa

Despite heightened awareness and activism, South Africa grapples with alarming rates of gender-based violence (GBV). This exploratory qualitative research investigated the trends, practices, and drivers of decision-making in the GBV domain to understand the complexities of addressing this pervasive...

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Authors: Kieser, Jemma (Author) ; Duffy, Carren G. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2026
In: Violence against women
Year: 2026, Volume: 32, Issue: 2, Pages: 640-665
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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Keywords:
Challenges
funder influence
Decision-making
South Africa
gender-based violence
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Summary:Despite heightened awareness and activism, South Africa grapples with alarming rates of gender-based violence (GBV). This exploratory qualitative research investigated the trends, practices, and drivers of decision-making in the GBV domain to understand the complexities of addressing this pervasive issue. Thematic analysis of the interviews with staff from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) revealed that South African NGOs interviewed predominantly engage in secondary and tertiary strategies to address GBV, with little focus on primary intervention. In addition, NGOs’ decision-making is influenced greatly by funder requirements. This paper highlights problematic practices in the GBV NGO context in South Africa and recommendations for improvements.
ISSN:1552-8448
DOI:10.1177/10778012251348425