People Opposing Woman Abuse (POWA) Evaton
Not verified by ownerPeople Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) provides free counselling, legal advice and shelter services to women and children affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and gender-based violence. Services include face-to-face and telephonic counselling, court preparation and accompaniment, support groups, assistance with protection orders, and emergency shelter referrals.
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- Joanne Hloku
- 12320/105 cnr Longbeach and Marshall Street, Evaton
Opening Hours
Opening hours not available. Contact the organisation directly.
About
About POWA — People Opposing Women Abuse
People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) is a women's rights organisation established in 1979 that provides free services to women who have experienced violence. POWA operates from six branch offices strategically located in economically disadvantaged areas across Gauteng: Berea (head office), Katlehong, Vosloorus, Evaton, Thembisa, and Soweto.
Services
- Individual counselling — free face-to-face, telephonic, and email counselling for women affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of GBV.
- Group counselling — support groups for survivors.
- Emergency shelters — two shelters on Johannesburg's East Rand (20 beds) and West Rand (10 beds) providing safe accommodation for up to one year, with counselling, legal advice, and skills development.
- Legal support — court preparation for witnesses, court accompaniment, assistance with protection orders, maintenance, and divorce proceedings.
- Skills development — economic empowerment programmes to help survivors build financial independence.
- Awareness and education — public campaigns on women's rights and GBV prevention.
- Advocacy — engagement with government on law and policy reform affecting women.
- Transport — assistance with transport to courts, clinics, and hospitals.
Who Can Access These Services
Any woman who has experienced violence can contact POWA at 011 642 4345/6 or email [email protected], or visit any POWA branch office. Services are free.