SASSETA GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE & FEMICIDE (GBVF)
INTERVENTION PROGRAMME PROPOSAL
Training Up to 2,000 Beneficiaries in Rural and Hard-to-Reach Communities
Submitted By:
Neftaly – Southern Africa Youth Project NPC
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Address: Neftaly Head Office, Midrand, South Africa
Email: info@saypro.online
Website: www.saypro.online
Contact Person: Puluko Graham Nkiwane (Chief Marketing Officer)
Project Title:
Community GBVF Prevention, Awareness, and Response Capacity-Building Programme
Submitted To:
Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA)
Date of Submission:
December 2025
Table of Contents
SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY. 6
SECTION 2: ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE – SAYPRO.. 6
SECTION 3: PROBLEM STATEMENT AND CONTEXT. 8
SECTION 4: PROGRAMME GOAL AND OBJECTIVES. 9
2. ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE OF SAYPRO.. 10
2.2 Vision, Mission, and Values. 10
2.3 Neftaly’s Experience in GBVF, Training, and Community Mobilisation. 11
1. Community Mobilisation & GBV Advocacy. 11
2. Psychosocial and Trauma-Informed Support 11
3. Training Delivery (Informal & Skills Programmes) 11
4. Stakeholder Partnerships. 12
2.4 Geographic Reach and Capacity. 12
2.5 Legal Status and Governance. 13
2.6 Why Neftaly is Best Suited for This Programme. 13
3.1 Background and Rationale. 14
3.2 Alignment With National and SASSETA Priorities. 14
3.3 Overall Goal of the Programme. 15
3.7 Programme Duration and Scale. 17
4. PROGRAMME COMPONENTS AND IMPLEMENTATION APPROACH.. 18
4.2 Component 1: Community Mobilisation and Recruitment 18
4.3 Component 2: Informal Skills Development Training. 19
4.4 Component 3: Multi-Sectoral Stakeholder Collaboration. 20
4.5 Component 4: Psychological First Aid and Ethical Survivor Support 21
4.6 Component 5: Deployment of Reporting and Monitoring Tools. 21
4.7 Component 6: Data Collection, Evaluation, and Feedback. 22
4.8 Implementation Approach. 22
5. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN & METHODOLOGY. 23
5.1 Implementation Approach. 23
5.3 Cohort Structure and Schedule. 26
5.4 Resources and Infrastructure. 26
6. MONITORING AND EVALUATION (M&E) FRAMEWORK. 27
6.2 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 27
9. DETAILED BUDGET & COSTING.. 35
10. PROJECT ORGANOGRAM AND GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE. 37
ANNEXURE A: DETAILED TRAINING CURRICULUM.. 41
To:The Chief Executive Officer
Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA)
South Africa
Re: Application for the SASSETA Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Intervention Programme – Training of Up to 2,000 Beneficiaries
Dear Sir/Madam,
Neftaly hereby submits this proposal in response to SASSETA’s call for applications to implement the Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Intervention Programme, aimed at training up to 2,000 unemployed and employed beneficiaries across rural and hard-to-reach communities in South Africa.
We fully support SASSETA’s commitment to strengthening national, provincial, and community-level responses to GBVF. Neftaly is deeply invested in empowering communities, enhancing safety, and ensuring that individuals affected by violence receive immediate, ethical, and compassionate support. This programme aligns strongly with Neftaly’s mission and long-standing work in gender equality, psychosocial support, and community empowerment.
Neftaly brings extensive experience in:
- Community mobilisation and stakeholder engagement
- Gender-based violence prevention programmes
- Informal and accredited training delivery
- Partnerships with SAPS, clinics, local government, and social services
- Trauma-informed support and psychological first aid
- Data collection, monitoring, and community accountability systems
Through this intervention, Neftaly aims to:
- Mobilise and equip community GBV champions, youth, leaders, and volunteers
- Deliver structured training on GBV awareness, ethical victim support, and reporting pathways
- Strengthen coordination with SAPS, healthcare facilities, and social services
- Provide communities with tools for reporting, referral tracking, and GBV monitoring
- Promote trauma-informed, survivor-centred approaches in high-prevalence areas
Neftaly is prepared and fully capable of delivering this programme at scale, ensuring impactful, measurable, and sustainable results that advance SASSETA’s objectives and South Africa’s national efforts to end GBVF.
We appreciate the opportunity to submit this proposal and look forward to the possibility of partnering with SASSETA to build safer, more resilient, and more informed communities.
Thank you for considering our application.
Puluko Graham Nkiwane
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Neftaly
SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) is one of the most urgent social crises facing South Africa. Rural, remote, and high-prevalence areas continue to experience extreme vulnerabilities due to limited access to justice services, psycho-social support, community response mechanisms, and GBV prevention tools.
In response to the SASSETA call for applications, Neftaly proposes the implementation of a comprehensive GBVF Community Prevention, Awareness, and Response Capacity-Building Programme, targeting up to 2,000 unemployed and employed beneficiaries. This programme will strengthen community competencies, enhance knowledge of GBV response systems, and empower frontline actors to ethically report, support, and refer GBVF survivors.
Neftaly brings extensive experience in community mobilisation, social protection, psychosocial support, youth development, and partnership coordination with SAPS, clinics, municipalities, and social service professionals. Our proposed intervention will be implemented across high-GBV-prevalence districts, especially within communities served by police stations reporting the highest GBV case numbers.
The primary focus areas include:
- Training and capacitation of community GBV champions
- Community-level awareness and prevention activities
- Training on psychological first aid (PFA)
- Ethical handling and reporting of GBV cases
- Strengthening referral systems through collaboration with SAPS and health/social services
- Deployment of standardised tools for GBVF case reporting, monitoring, and data collection
Neftaly is dedicated to advancing South Africa’s national GBVF response, building safer communities, and ensuring that all survivors receive support grounded in dignity, safety, and respect.
SECTION 2: ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE – SAYPRO
2.1 Who We Are
Neftaly is a community-driven organisation focused on empowering young people, women, and vulnerable community members through leadership development, education access, health support, and socio-economic empowerment. We operate nationally with strong community networks, outreach programmes, and partnerships across multiple sectors.
Our long-standing experience in community mobilisation, gender equality programmes, and human rights education positions Neftaly as a credible and capable implementing partner for SASSETA’s GBVF Intervention Programme.
2.2 Neftaly’s Vision
To empower communities—especially youth, women, and at-risk groups—to access opportunities that promote dignity, education, safety, well-being, and sustainable development.
2.3 Neftaly’s Mission
To deliver integrated education, skills training, psychosocial support, and community empowerment initiatives that transform lives and contribute to social and economic development.
2.4 Core Values
- Dignity and Respect
- Empowerment
- Non-discrimination
- Safety and Protection
- Integrity and Accountability
- Community-Driven Impact
2.5 Neftaly’s Areas of Expertise
- GBVF awareness and gender programmes
- Community mobilisation and leadership development
- Trauma-informed psychosocial support
- Youth empowerment and skills training
- Partnerships with SAPS and DSD
- Risk and safety interventions
- Monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven programming
- Rural programme implementation
Neftaly has successfully implemented large-scale interventions across South Africa, including training programmes targeting 500–4,000 beneficiaries at a time.
SECTION 3: PROBLEM STATEMENT AND CONTEXT
3.1 Overview of the GBVF Crisis in South Africa
South Africa faces one of the highest rates of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide globally. GBV affects women, children, youth, LGBTQI+ persons, and vulnerable groups. The severity is heightened in rural and hard-to-reach areas where access to protection services is limited. Many survivors do not report cases due to fear, stigma, geographical barriers, and lack of knowledge of support services.
Key contributing issues include:
- Limited community-level understanding of reporting procedures
- Lack of ethical GBV response capacities
- Normalisation of violence within communities
- Weak referral pathways between SAPS, clinics, and social services
- Understaffed and under-resourced community support structures
- Lack of trained GBV champions and volunteers
- High emotional trauma with limited access to psychosocial support
3.2 Challenges Observed
Neftaly’s community consultations reveal that communities face the following challenges:
- High prevalence of GBV incidents with low reporting rates.
- Inadequate survivor support, leading to secondary trauma or withdrawal of cases.
- Poor coordination between community actors and formal structures such as SAPS or clinics.
- Lack of awareness of legal rights and reporting procedures.
- Fear of retaliation and stigma.
- Limited trauma-informed skills for first responders.
- Inability to track cases at community level due to lack of tools and training.
3.3 Why This Programme Is Needed
The SASSETA GBVF Intervention Programme is essential to:
- Equip community members with practical skills to identify, prevent, and respond to GBV.
- Strengthen ethical reporting and case-handling practices.
- Increase community involvement in preventing violence.
- Improve accountability by providing reliable reporting and data collection tools.
- Support communities in reducing vulnerabilities and improving safety outcomes.
- Build strong, sustainable, and community-driven GBVF response structures.
This programme will create a multiplier effect, with trained beneficiaries continuing to advocate for GBV prevention long after the project has ended.
SECTION 4: PROGRAMME GOAL AND OBJECTIVES
4.1 Overall Goal
To strengthen community-level capacity to prevent, report, respond to, and monitor GBVF incidents through targeted training, mobilisation, and collaboration with key local stakeholders.
4.2 Specific Objectives
- Train up to 2,000 community members as GBVF champions, volunteers, frontline workers, and youth leaders.
- Increase community awareness of GBV signs, risks, prevention strategies, and intervention methods.
- Strengthen relationships between community actors and SAPS, clinics, social workers, and municipalities.
- Equip community responders with psychological first aid (PFA) skills.
- Train beneficiaries in ethical case handling, survivor protection, confidentiality, and dignity-preserving practices.
- Introduce community-level reporting and tracking systems to enhance monitoring and accountability.
- Improve community-level leadership, involvement, and coordination in GBV prevention efforts.
- Contribute to national efforts to reduce GBV incidents and strengthen survivor support.
2. ORGANISATIONAL PROFILE OF SAYPRO
2.1 Introduction to Neftaly
Neftaly is a leading youth and community development organisation dedicated to empowering individuals and transforming communities across South Africa. Neftaly focuses on enabling youth, women, and marginalized populations to access opportunities in education, health, safety, technology, and socio-economic development. The organisation works directly in communities—including rural and hard-to-reach areas—to address structural inequalities and promote sustainable development outcomes.
Neftaly’s programmes are designed to strengthen community resilience, improve social cohesion, reduce vulnerabilities, and enhance access to essential services. With a track record of delivering high-impact training, psychosocial services, and community mobilisation interventions, Neftaly is strategically positioned to support the objectives of SASSETA’s Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Community Intervention Programme.
2.2 Vision, Mission, and Values
Vision
To build safe, empowered, and resilient communities where every individual—particularly women, youth, and vulnerable populations—can thrive free from violence, fear, and discrimination.
Mission
To provide high-quality training, psychosocial support, empowerment programmes, and community mobilisation initiatives that strengthen local capacity to prevent, respond to, and monitor Gender-Based Violence and Femicide.
Values
- Integrity: Upholding the highest ethical standards in all practices.
- Compassion: Acting with empathy and respect in all engagement, especially with survivors.
- Accountability: Ensuring transparency and responsibility in programme implementation.
- Inclusivity: Promoting diversity and equal participation for all community members.
- Collaboration: Working with government, SAPS, social services, clinics, and community structures for greater impact.
- Innovation: Designing solutions that address emerging community challenges.
2.3 Neftaly’s Experience in GBVF, Training, and Community Mobilisation
Neftaly has extensive experience delivering GBV-related programmes—including prevention, response, psychosocial support, and awareness campaigns—in communities with high prevalence of violence. This experience includes:
1. Community Mobilisation & GBV Advocacy
- Mobilising volunteers, community champions, and youth activists.
- Facilitating awareness campaigns on harmful gender norms, consent, and violence prevention.
- Strengthening male engagement approaches to involve men and boys in prevention work.
2. Psychosocial and Trauma-Informed Support
- Providing basic counselling, psychological first aid, and referral services.
- Partnering with clinics and social workers for trauma management.
- Training frontline community workers on ethical survivor support.
3. Training Delivery (Informal & Skills Programmes)
Neftaly has delivered multiple training programmes focused on:
- GBV prevention and response
- Community leadership
- Basic counselling
- Victim empowerment
- Health and safety
- Social cohesion
- Community development
- Monitoring and reporting
Neftaly delivers both accredited and non-accredited training and has the capacity to train large groups across multiple provinces.
4. Stakeholder Partnerships
Neftaly works closely with:
- SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection & Sexual Offences (FCS) Units
- Clinics and healthcare facilities
- Social workers and Department of Social Development (DSD)
- Traditional leaders and councillors
- Community policing forums (CPFs)
- Civil society groups and local NPOs
These collaborations strengthen community-level referral systems, case reporting, and coordinated responses.
2.4 Geographic Reach and Capacity
Neftaly operates nationally, with a strong presence in:
- Gauteng
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Eastern Cape
- North West
- Free State
Neftaly also has access to rural and hard-to-reach communities through a network of local hubs, volunteers, partners, and traditional authorities.
The organisation has the capability to:
- Train up to 2,000 beneficiaries efficiently
- Deploy facilitators across provinces
- Mobilise community members within short timeframes
- Provide both physical and mobile training platforms
- Collect real-time data and submit programme reports to SASSETA
2.5 Legal Status and Governance
Neftaly is a formally registered organisation operating under ethical governance and compliance structures. Governance mechanisms include:
- A functional Board of Directors
- Organisational policies (HR, GBV, Safeguarding, Finance, M&E)
- Data protection and confidentiality systems
- Risk management and duty-of-care measures
The organisation maintains proper financial controls, audited statements, and reporting systems aligned with SETA requirements.
2.6 Why Neftaly is Best Suited for This Programme
Neftaly is an ideal implementing partner for SASSETA’s GBVF initiative due to the following strengths:
- Deep expertise in community GBV prevention and survivor support
- Strong networks with SAPS, clinics, and community structures
- Proven ability to train large numbers efficiently
- Experience working in high-risk communities with complex social challenges
- Use of trauma-informed and ethical methodologies
- Ability to collect and report accurate data
- Organisational commitment to gender equality and safety
Neftaly brings both experience and innovation, ensuring sustainable impact through community empowerment.
3. PROJECT OVERVIEW
3.1 Background and Rationale
South Africa continues to face one of the highest rates of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) in the world. The crisis disproportionately affects women, children, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ persons, and individuals in rural and underserved communities. Despite national commitments, many communities remain without access to adequate prevention services, trained frontline workers, or safe and ethical reporting pathways.
The Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) has recognised the urgent need to capacitate communities with the knowledge, tools, and skills to prevent and respond to GBVF. To support this, SASSETA seeks qualified organisations capable of training up to 2,000 beneficiaries in both rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Neftaly proposes a comprehensive, multi-layered intervention designed to strengthen community capacity, promote ethical victim support, improve case reporting, and enhance collaborative responses between SAPS, clinics, social services, and community structures.
This programme builds on Neftaly’s deep experience in GBVF prevention, victim empowerment, psychosocial support, and community mobilisation. It responds directly to gaps identified in national GBVF response mechanisms.
3.2 Alignment With National and SASSETA Priorities
This intervention is aligned with:
1. National Strategic Plan on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (NSP-GBVF)
- Pillar 1: Accountability, Coordination & Leadership
- Pillar 2: Prevention & Rebuilding Social Cohesion
- Pillar 3: Justice, Safety & Protection
- Pillar 4: Response, Care, Support & Healing
2. SASSETA Mandate
- Building skills in the safety and security sector
- Strengthening community-based safety structures
- Developing informal and non-formal training pathways
- Supporting vulnerable communities
3. Government Priorities (NDP and Provincial Safety Strategies)
- Reduced crime and violence
- Improved community safety
- Stronger coordination between justice and social sectors
3.3 Overall Goal of the Programme
The overall goal is:
To empower community members, frontline workers, youth, volunteers, local leaders, and organisations with the knowledge, skills, and tools to prevent GBVF, provide ethical and compassionate support to survivors, and strengthen community-based reporting and response systems.
3.4 Programme Objectives
Objective 1:
Mobilise and capacitate community-based GBV champions, front-line workers, leaders, volunteers, and youth in targeted communities.
Objective 2:
Provide informal, non-formal, and skills-based training programmes tailored for community-level GBVF awareness and intervention.
Objective 3:
Ensure integration with SAPS, clinics, social services, and local government through facilitated sessions and structured partnerships.
Objective 4:
Equip participants with practical tools for:
- Psychological first aid
- Ethical victim support
- Confidential GBV case reporting
- Responsible information handling
Objective 5:
Recruit participants from high-GBV prevalence communities, prioritising those mapped through police station catchment data.
Objective 6:
Strengthen community-based systems for reporting, monitoring case outcomes, and supporting referral pathways through ethical use of technology and local data collection tools.
3.5 Target Beneficiaries
Neftaly will train up to 2,000 beneficiaries, prioritising:
- Unemployed youth
- Community volunteers
- Frontline workers
- Traditional leaders
- Disabled persons
- SAPS-linked community actors
- Health clinic support staff
- Students and lecturers
- Women’s groups
- Community policing forums (CPFs)
- People working with survivors
Geographical Focus
Rural, township, farming, peri-urban, and hard-to-reach communities mapped using:
- SAPS GBVF hotspot data
- Community safety audits
- Local municipality risk maps
- Partner referrals
3.6 Expected Outcomes
Short-Term Outcomes
- Increased knowledge of GBV prevention, legal frameworks, and community roles
- Enhanced capacity to provide psychological first aid
- Improved awareness of local reporting channels and referral systems
- Strengthened coordination between community structures and public services
Intermediate Outcomes
- Increased reporting of GBV incidents
- Reduced stigma and silence around violence
- Improved survivor care and protection in communities
- Standardised community-level data collection for accountability
Long-Term Outcomes
- Safer communities with reduced GBV prevalence
- Stronger prevention systems led by empowered community champions
- Improved justice and referral outcomes for survivors
- Sustainable community-based GBV response networks supported by trained local actors
3.7 Programme Duration and Scale
The programme will run for 12 months, allowing for:
- Community mobilisation
- Participant recruitment
- Training rollout across multiple provinces
- Stakeholder integration (SAPS, clinics, DSD)
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Reporting to SASSETA
Training will be delivered in cohorts of 50–100 participants to ensure accessibility, quality, and depth.
4. PROGRAMME COMPONENTS AND IMPLEMENTATION APPROACH
4.1 Programme Overview
Neftaly proposes a multi-tiered, community-focused intervention that combines mobilisation, skills training, stakeholder collaboration, ethical survivor support, and monitoring. The programme is designed to empower participants to prevent, identify, respond to, and report GBVF incidents responsibly.
The intervention includes six core components:
- Community Mobilisation and Recruitment
- Informal Skills Development Training
- Multi-Sectoral Stakeholder Collaboration
- Psychological First Aid and Ethical Survivor Support
- Deployment of Reporting and Monitoring Tools
- Data Collection, Evaluation, and Feedback
4.2 Component 1: Community Mobilisation and Recruitment
Objectives
- Raise awareness of GBVF risks and reporting mechanisms.
- Recruit volunteers, youth leaders, community champions, and frontline workers.
- Engage local leaders, councillors, schools, clinics, and civil society organisations.
Key Activities
- Conduct community dialogues and sensitisation sessions.
- Organise town-hall and school-based awareness campaigns.
- Collaborate with traditional leaders, CPFs, and municipal safety forums.
- Mobilise participants from high-GBV prevalence areas based on SAPS data.
- Ensure inclusivity, prioritising women, youth, persons with disabilities, and marginalised groups.
Expected Outputs
- 2,000 recruited participants across targeted communities.
- Community mobilisation plans and records.
- Strong networks of local GBV champions and volunteers.
4.3 Component 2: Informal Skills Development Training
Objectives
- Equip participants with knowledge and practical skills to prevent, respond to, and report GBVF.
- Build capacity for community-level advocacy and awareness campaigns.
Training Modules
- Introduction to GBV and Femicide
- Definitions, causes, consequences, myths, and social impact.
- Community Mobilisation and Advocacy
- Leadership in GBV prevention, youth mobilisation, community campaigns.
- Reporting and Referral Pathways
- SAPS procedures, DSD services, healthcare referrals, survivor guidance.
- Psychological First Aid (PFA)
- Basic trauma support, recognising distress, stabilisation techniques.
- Ethical Survivor Support and Confidentiality
- Handling sensitive information, preventing secondary victimisation.
- Monitoring and Accountability Tools
- Incident registers, referral tracking, data collection, and reporting.
Delivery Approach
- Workshops, small-group learning, and practical exercises.
- Case studies, role-play, and simulations.
- Peer-to-peer mentoring and group reflections.
- Training delivered in local languages where necessary.
Expected Outputs
- Minimum 80% of participants demonstrate improved GBV knowledge post-training.
- Trained cohort capable of supporting survivors, reporting cases, and advocating prevention measures.
4.4 Component 3: Multi-Sectoral Stakeholder Collaboration
Objectives
- Integrate SAPS, healthcare facilities, social services, and local government structures into the programme.
- Ensure practical understanding of referral pathways and multi-agency coordination.
Key Activities
- Conduct joint training sessions with SAPS, DSD, and clinics.
- Map local service providers and referral mechanisms.
- Establish communication and escalation channels for community actors.
- Facilitate engagement forums for local stakeholders to share knowledge and best practices.
Expected Outputs
- Memoranda of understanding (MoUs) or partnership agreements with relevant agencies.
- Coordinated local GBVF response systems.
- Strong referral networks linking communities to formal services.
4.5 Component 4: Psychological First Aid and Ethical Survivor Support
Objectives
- Ensure participants can provide trauma-informed support to survivors.
- Promote ethical handling of sensitive cases and information.
Key Activities
- Conduct PFA training sessions for all participants.
- Teach ethical survivor support principles, including dignity, confidentiality, and consent.
- Provide guidance on when and how to escalate cases to SAPS, DSD, or healthcare professionals.
- Develop quick-reference survivor support guides and checklists.
Expected Outputs
- Participants demonstrate competency in providing immediate support to survivors.
- Ethical and confidential handling of survivor information.
- Reduced risk of secondary victimisation in communities.
4.6 Component 5: Deployment of Reporting and Monitoring Tools
Objectives
- Enable participants to track GBV incidents and monitor referral outcomes.
- Improve community accountability and planning.
Key Activities
- Distribute standardised incident registers, referral tracking forms, and reporting templates.
- Train participants on data collection, documentation, and reporting procedures.
- Conduct community monitoring workshops to track local trends and outcomes.
- Introduce simple digital tools (where feasible) for data submission and aggregation.
Expected Outputs
- Accurate and ethical reporting of GBV cases.
- Reliable local data for community planning and SASSETA reporting.
- Communities able to monitor trends, identify risks, and take preventive measures.
4.7 Component 6: Data Collection, Evaluation, and Feedback
Objectives
- Track programme effectiveness and impact.
- Ensure accountability to SASSETA and local stakeholders.
- Inform programme improvement and future replication.
Key Activities
- Conduct baseline, midline, and endline assessments.
- Collect quantitative and qualitative data on participant knowledge, behaviour, and community impact.
- Prepare quarterly and final reports for SASSETA.
- Share lessons learned and best practices with stakeholders.
Expected Outputs
- Comprehensive M&E framework with measurable indicators.
- Data-driven insights for programme improvement and policy recommendations.
- Documentation of success stories, challenges, and impact.
4.8 Implementation Approach
Neftaly’s implementation approach is community-centric, participatory, and evidence-based:
- Participatory Engagement: Communities are involved at every stage, from planning to evaluation.
- Localised Delivery: Training materials and approaches adapted to local culture, language, and literacy levels.
- Multi-Sectoral Integration: Collaboration with SAPS, clinics, social services, and municipalities ensures sustainability.
- Capacity Building: Participants are trained to continue GBV prevention and monitoring after the programme.
- Monitoring and Learning: Continuous feedback ensures improvements and adaptation to local needs.
5. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN & METHODOLOGY
5.1 Implementation Approach
Neftaly will implement the GBVF Intervention Programme using a structured, phased approach to ensure effective delivery, monitoring, and sustainability. The approach combines community mobilisation, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven monitoring.
Phases of Implementation:
- Preparatory Phase (Month 1–2)
- Mapping high-GBV prevalence areas
- Stakeholder engagement (SAPS, DSD, clinics, municipalities)
- Recruitment of facilitators and community mobilisers
- Development of training materials and resources
- Mobilisation Phase (Month 2–3)
- Awareness campaigns in targeted communities
- Recruitment of up to 2,000 participants
- Formation of local GBV champion groups
- Scheduling of training sessions and workshops
- Training Phase (Month 3–9)
- Delivery of six core modules: GBV awareness, community mobilisation, PFA, ethical support, reporting, monitoring
- Training delivered in cohorts of 50–100 participants per session
- Use of participatory methods, case studies, role-play, and peer learning
- Integration & Stakeholder Collaboration Phase (Month 4–10)
- Practical engagement with SAPS, clinics, DSD, and local government
- Joint training sessions and referral exercises
- Community monitoring workshops
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Data Collection Phase (Month 3–12)
- Pre- and post-training assessments
- Incident tracking and referral monitoring
- Collection of quantitative and qualitative data
- Quarterly reports and final programme evaluation
- Sustainability & Follow-Up Phase (Month 11–12)
- Establishment of GBV champion networks
- Handover of tools and guidelines to communities
- Mentorship and ongoing support
- Sharing lessons learned and best practices
5.2 Methodology
5.2.1 Community Mobilisation
- Door-to-door outreach, public meetings, and awareness campaigns.
- Engagement of local leaders, ward councillors, and traditional authorities.
- Recruitment of volunteers, youth leaders, and community champions.
- Targeted mobilisation based on police station GBV prevalence data.
5.2.2 Training Delivery
- Workshops: Interactive classroom-style training with practical exercises.
- Case Studies & Role-Play: Realistic scenarios to practice ethical reporting and victim support.
- Peer Learning: Mentorship between trained GBV champions and new participants.
- Materials: Participant manuals, checklists, visual aids, and digital resources.
- Language Adaptation: Delivery in local languages where necessary.
5.2.3 Multi-Sectoral Collaboration
- Joint exercises with SAPS, clinics, and social services to ensure practical understanding of referral pathways.
- Formation of local networks linking community champions to formal service providers.
- Regular stakeholder engagement meetings to align objectives and share insights.
5.2.4 Psychological First Aid and Ethical Support
- Participants trained to provide immediate, trauma-informed support.
- Guidelines provided for maintaining survivor dignity and confidentiality.
- Clear protocols for escalating cases to formal services.
5.2.5 Monitoring and Evaluation
- Baseline Assessment: Determine participants’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices.
- Ongoing Monitoring: Attendance registers, pre- and post-training tests, case reporting tracking.
- Impact Evaluation: Measure changes in knowledge, reporting behaviour, and community awareness.
- Reporting: Quarterly and final reports submitted to SASSETA.
5.2.6 Data Collection and Reporting Tools
- Standardised incident registers, referral forms, and tracking sheets.
- Simple digital tools for efficient data collection in remote areas.
- Ethical data handling and confidentiality protocols enforced.
5.3 Cohort Structure and Schedule
Training Cohorts:
- Cohort Size: 50–100 participants per session
- Sessions per Week: 2–3 per region, depending on availability
- Training Duration per Cohort: 5 full days (can be staggered for flexibility)
Expected Training Timeline per Province:
| Month | Activity |
| 1–2 | Preparatory Phase |
| 2–3 | Mobilisation & Recruitment |
| 3–9 | Training Delivery (Multiple Cohorts) |
| 4–10 | Stakeholder Collaboration & Integration |
| 3–12 | Monitoring & Evaluation |
| 11–12 | Sustainability, Follow-up & Reporting |
5.4 Resources and Infrastructure
Neftaly will deploy:
- Experienced facilitators, social workers, psychologists, and coordinators
- Training venues in each targeted community (schools, community halls, clinics)
- Training materials (manuals, visual aids, printed handouts, digital presentations)
- Monitoring and reporting tools (forms, registers, basic tablets/laptops if available)
- Communication materials for mobilisation (posters, flyers, WhatsApp groups, local radio spots)
5.5 Quality Assurance
- Use of certified and experienced facilitators for all modules.
- Regular supervisory visits by Programme Manager and provincial coordinators.
- Pre- and post-training assessments to measure knowledge transfer.
- Feedback mechanisms for participants to improve sessions.
- Compliance with SASSETA guidelines and SETA funding requirements.
6. MONITORING AND EVALUATION (M&E) FRAMEWORK
6.1 Purpose of M&E
The Monitoring and Evaluation framework ensures that the Neftaly GBVF Intervention Programme is implemented effectively, achieves its objectives, and delivers measurable impact. It provides a structured mechanism to:
- Track progress against programme goals and objectives.
- Measure changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviour of beneficiaries.
- Assess community impact and sustainability of GBVF prevention initiatives.
- Ensure accountability to SASSETA and other stakeholders.
- Identify challenges and opportunities for continuous improvement.
6.2 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
| Objective | Indicator | Target / Expected Outcome |
| Mobilisation & recruitment of beneficiaries | Number of participants recruited from high-GBV prevalence areas | 2,000 beneficiaries trained |
| GBV knowledge & awareness | % of participants demonstrating improved GBV knowledge (pre- and post-training assessments) | ≥80% increase |
| Psychological first aid & ethical support skills | % of participants able to demonstrate PFA and survivor support competencies | ≥75% proficiency |
| Multi-sectoral collaboration | Number of joint sessions conducted with SAPS, clinics, and social services | Minimum 15 joint sessions |
| Reporting & monitoring | Number of GBV incidents correctly reported and documented | 100% documented cases for programme period |
| Community impact | Increase in community awareness campaigns initiated by participants | Minimum 100 campaigns or community-led interventions |
| Data collection & accountability | Number of standardised reports submitted to SASSETA | Quarterly and final reports submitted on time |
6.3 M&E Methodology
6.3.1 Baseline Assessment
- Conduct pre-training surveys to establish beneficiaries’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding GBVF.
- Map community vulnerabilities, service gaps, and high-prevalence areas.
- Identify potential champions, volunteers, and stakeholder partners.
6.3.2 Continuous Monitoring
- Daily attendance registers for each training session.
- Facilitator observations and reports on participation, engagement, and comprehension.
- Use of standardised forms to document GBV incidents, referrals, and follow-up.
- Periodic feedback from participants and stakeholders.
6.3.3 Midline Evaluation
- Conduct mid-term assessment of knowledge transfer, participant performance, and community engagement.
- Adjust training content, approach, or schedule based on feedback.
6.3.4 Endline Evaluation
- Post-training assessments to measure knowledge, skills, and attitude changes.
- Evaluate the impact of community interventions initiated by participants.
- Collect feedback from SAPS, clinics, and social service partners on community-level improvements.
- Document success stories, lessons learned, and recommendations for future programmes.
6.4 Data Collection Tools
Neftaly will employ the following tools:
- Participant Pre- and Post-Training Questionnaires
- Attendance Registers and Daily Activity Logs
- Incident Reporting and Referral Forms
- Observation Checklists
- Focus Group Discussions and Interviews
- Quarterly Progress Reports
- Digital Databases (where feasible, for real-time tracking)
6.5 Reporting
Neftaly will provide:
- Monthly Progress Updates to SASSETA (including challenges, successes, and lessons learned)
- Quarterly Reports detailing recruitment, training outcomes, and community-level interventions
- Final Report including:
- Overall programme impact
- Participant knowledge and skill improvements
- GBV case reporting data
- Community engagement and sustainability measures
- Recommendations for scaling or replication
6.6 Quality Assurance
- Regular supervisory visits by the Programme Manager to ensure fidelity to the training plan.
- Independent evaluation by an external M&E consultant (if SASSETA requires).
- Continuous feedback loops between facilitators, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.
- Use of standardised tools and templates to ensure consistency and reliability of data.
7. RISK MANAGEMENT
Effective risk management is essential to ensure the success, safety, and sustainability of the Neftaly GBVF Intervention Programme. Neftaly has identified potential risks, mitigation measures, and monitoring mechanisms to reduce disruptions and ensure participant and community safety.
7.1 Risk Identification and Analysis
| Risk | Impact | Likelihood | Mitigation Measures |
| Low community participation | Medium | Medium | Early engagement with local leaders, awareness campaigns, incentives for participation, flexible scheduling of sessions |
| Resistance from local stakeholders | High | Low | Conduct stakeholder consultations, establish partnerships with traditional leaders, municipal councils, SAPS, and clinics |
| Emotional trauma for participants | High | Medium | Provision of psychosocial support, trauma-informed facilitators, PFA training, referral pathways to professional services |
| Safety risks during fieldwork | High | Medium | Conduct risk assessments for venues and travel, use safe transport, liaise with local law enforcement |
| Data confidentiality breaches | High | Low | Implement strict data protection protocols, secure storage of records, training on ethical handling of sensitive information |
| Low reporting of GBV cases | Medium | Medium | Training on ethical reporting, awareness campaigns, ongoing mentorship and support for participants |
| COVID-19 or other health emergencies | High | Low | Follow health guidelines, provide PPE, allow for virtual sessions where feasible, implement hygiene protocols |
| Resource constraints | Medium | Medium | Detailed budget planning, partnerships for co-funding, use of local venues to reduce costs |
| Facilitator absenteeism or turnover | Medium | Low | Maintain a pool of trained facilitators, contingency planning, ongoing capacity building |
7.2 Risk Mitigation Strategy
- Community Engagement:
Early involvement of community leaders, stakeholders, and beneficiaries ensures buy-in, reduces resistance, and increases participation. - Safety and Security:
Risk assessments conducted before all training and outreach sessions. Coordination with SAPS and local authorities ensures participant and facilitator safety. - Psychosocial Support:
Trauma-informed facilitators and access to counselling for participants exposed to sensitive content. - Data Management and Confidentiality:
Standardised protocols for secure collection, storage, and reporting of sensitive GBV case data. - Programme Flexibility:
Contingency planning allows adaptation to unforeseen circumstances, such as health emergencies or adverse weather. - Capacity Building:
Continuous training of facilitators and community champions ensures uninterrupted delivery and knowledge transfer.
7.3 Risk Monitoring
- Regular supervisory visits by Programme Managers.
- Weekly risk assessment reports during implementation.
- Ongoing engagement with stakeholders to identify emerging challenges.
- Rapid response protocols for incidents involving participants, facilitators, or communities.
- Quarterly review of risk register to update mitigation strategies.
7.4 Emergency Response Protocols
- Clearly defined steps for responding to incidents affecting participants, including medical emergencies, security threats, or emotional distress.
- Partnerships with local health services, law enforcement, and social services to provide immediate support.
- Communication plans to notify relevant SASSETA officers and stakeholders in the event of critical incidents.
8. SUSTAINABILITY PLAN
The Neftaly GBVF Intervention Programme is designed to have lasting impact, ensuring that communities continue to prevent and respond to GBVF long after the completion of the SASSETA-funded training. Sustainability will be achieved through capacity building, institutional partnerships, community ownership, and knowledge transfer.
8.1 Capacity Building for Local Communities
- GBV Champions and Volunteers: Trained participants will continue to serve as local GBV champions, mentoring new volunteers and leading awareness campaigns.
- Peer-to-Peer Learning: Participants are equipped with skills to train others within their communities, creating a multiplier effect.
- Community Leadership: Local leaders are engaged and capacitated to oversee the continuation of GBV prevention initiatives.
8.2 Integration with Local Structures
- SAPS, Clinics, and DSD: Strong collaboration with local authorities ensures that trained community members remain linked to formal support and reporting structures.
- Community Forums: Established networks and communication channels enable ongoing coordination and rapid response to GBVF incidents.
- Municipal and Traditional Structures: Local councils and traditional authorities will actively participate in programme oversight and follow-up activities.
8.3 Knowledge Management and Tools
- Training Materials: Manuals, toolkits, and guides will remain in communities for ongoing reference.
- Monitoring Tools: Standardised incident reporting and referral tools will continue to be used to track and manage cases.
- Digital Resources: Where applicable, digital platforms will allow continued knowledge sharing and data collection.
8.4 Policy and Advocacy Integration
- Community-Level Policies: Encourage adoption of GBVF policies and reporting protocols within local community forums and institutions.
- Advocacy Campaigns: Equip GBV champions to engage local decision-makers, promoting accountability and community safety.
- National Alignment: Programme practices align with national strategies, ensuring that local actions reinforce national GBVF prevention goals.
8.5 Monitoring and Continuous Support
- Follow-Up Visits: Neftaly will conduct periodic follow-ups to support trained champions and ensure sustainability.
- Mentorship and Guidance: Experienced facilitators provide ongoing mentorship and technical support to communities.
- Community Feedback Mechanisms: Structures established to allow communities to report successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
- Replication Potential: The programme is designed to be scalable to additional high-risk communities in future SASSETA cycles.
8.6 Sustainability Outcomes
- Communities equipped with trained GBV champions capable of ongoing prevention and intervention.
- Strengthened collaboration between local communities and formal GBV response institutions.
- Continuation of ethical reporting practices and data collection post-programme.
- Increased community ownership of GBVF awareness initiatives.
- Reduced reliance on external facilitators over time.
9. DETAILED BUDGET & COSTING
The budget for the Neftaly GBVF Intervention Programme has been developed to ensure efficient allocation of resources, alignment with SASSETA guidelines, and maximum impact across target communities. The budget reflects a 12-month programme cycle and includes all essential components from mobilisation to monitoring.
9.1 Summary Budget
| Budget Item | Unit Cost (ZAR) | Quantity | Total (ZAR) | Notes |
| Personnel | Programme Manager, Training Coordinators, Facilitators, Admin Staff | |||
| Programme Manager | 45,000 | 12 months | 540,000 | Full-time |
| Provincial Coordinators (3) | 30,000 | 12 months | 1,080,000 | 3 coordinators x 12 months |
| Training Facilitators (10) | 15,000 | 12 months | 1,800,000 | 10 facilitators x 12 months |
| Admin & Support Staff (4) | 12,000 | 12 months | 576,000 | 4 staff x 12 months |
| Training Materials | Manuals, Toolkits, Stationery, Digital Resources | |||
| Participant Manuals | 200 | 2,000 | 400,000 | Printed manuals for all beneficiaries |
| Training Aids & Stationery | 150 | 2,000 | 300,000 | Flipcharts, pens, markers, worksheets |
| Digital Resources & Tools | 50 | 2,000 | 100,000 | USBs, digital handouts |
| Venues & Logistics | Rental of training venues and logistics | |||
| Venue Hire | 1,500 | 100 sessions | 150,000 | Community halls, schools |
| Refreshments | 50 | 2,000 participants | 100,000 | Tea/coffee, snacks |
| Transportation | 200 | 2,000 participants | 400,000 | Travel allowances for participants |
| Facilitator Travel & Accommodation | 5,000 | 100 sessions | 500,000 | Provincial and rural travel costs |
| Monitoring & Evaluation | Baseline, Midline, Endline Assessments | |||
| Data Collection Tools | 150 | 2,000 participants | 300,000 | Forms, tablets, digital tracking |
| M&E Personnel | 25,000 | 12 months | 300,000 | Data analyst, supervisor |
| Contingency & Miscellaneous | 5% of total | – | 361,800 | Unforeseen costs |
Total Budget Requested from SASSETA: ZAR 7,407,800
9.2 Budget Notes
- Personnel Costs: Salaries reflect full-time deployment of key staff, including programme management, coordinators, facilitators, and admin support.
- Training Materials: Budget includes printed manuals, digital copies, and practical tools for PFA, ethical case handling, and community mobilisation.
- Venues & Logistics: Community halls, school venues, or municipal facilities will be used for training sessions to reduce costs while ensuring accessibility.
- Transport and Accommodation: Covers participant travel from rural and remote areas, as well as facilitator travel for multi-province coverage.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Ensures effective tracking, data collection, and reporting to SASSETA.
- Contingency: 5% allocated to mitigate unforeseen expenses, emergencies, or inflationary increases.
9.3 Co-Funding and Partnerships
Neftaly will explore co-funding opportunities with local municipalities, NGOs, and private partners to enhance programme reach, sustainability, and replication. In-kind contributions may include:
- Venue provision by local schools and halls
- Volunteer support from local NGOs and CPFs
- Technical assistance from SAPS, clinics, and social services
- Media and communication support for mobilisation campaigns
10. PROJECT ORGANOGRAM AND GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
10.1 Project Governance Overview
Neftaly’s GBVF Intervention Programme will be implemented under a structured governance model to ensure accountability, quality, and effective coordination. The governance framework provides clear roles and responsibilities, reporting lines, and decision-making authority, ensuring smooth implementation and alignment with SASSETA’s expectations.
10.2 Organogram
Board of Directors
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Programme Steering Committee
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Programme Manager (Neftaly)
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Provincial Coordinators (3) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
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Facilitators (10) Data Collection Team Admin & Support Staff (4)
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Community GBV Champions & Volunteers
10.3 Roles and Responsibilities
Board of Directors
- Provide strategic oversight and governance.
- Approve programme policies, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
Programme Steering Committee
- Guide implementation strategy and quality assurance.
- Monitor progress against objectives, milestones, and KPIs.
- Resolve escalated issues and facilitate stakeholder engagement.
Programme Manager
- Overall programme coordination and execution.
- Supervise provincial coordinators, facilitators, and M&E personnel.
- Ensure reporting to SASSETA and adherence to timelines.
- Approve participant recruitment, training schedules, and resource allocation.
Provincial Coordinators
- Coordinate programme implementation within assigned provinces.
- Liaise with local stakeholders, SAPS, clinics, and community structures.
- Monitor facilitator performance and participant engagement.
- Ensure logistics, training venues, and materials are in place.
Facilitators
- Deliver training modules to beneficiaries.
- Conduct practical exercises, role-plays, and simulations.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to community champions.
- Document attendance, progress, and challenges.
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
- Develop and implement M&E framework.
- Collect, analyse, and report programme data.
- Conduct baseline, midline, and endline evaluations.
- Ensure data confidentiality and quality assurance.
Data Collection Team
- Support M&E Officer with surveys, forms, and incident tracking.
- Digitise data for reporting and decision-making.
- Maintain secure and ethical data storage systems.
Admin & Support Staff
- Handle logistics, venue coordination, and materials preparation.
- Assist in participant communication and mobilisation.
- Provide office administration and documentation support.
Community GBV Champions & Volunteers
- Lead community awareness campaigns and peer mentoring.
- Support participants and survivors ethically.
- Monitor local trends, report incidents, and provide feedback.
10.4 Decision-Making and Reporting
- Programme Manager: Primary decision-maker for operational matters; reports to Steering Committee monthly.
- Provincial Coordinators: Escalate operational issues to Programme Manager; provide weekly updates.
- Facilitators: Report daily session outcomes to Provincial Coordinators.
- M&E Officer: Reports findings to Programme Manager and Steering Committee quarterly.
- Community Champions: Report community issues, trends, and feedback to facilitators and coordinators.
10.5 Governance Principles
- Transparency: All financial and operational decisions documented and auditable.
- Accountability: Clear roles and reporting structures ensure responsibility for programme outcomes.
- Ethical Practice: Upholding confidentiality, ethical treatment of survivors, and professional conduct at all levels.
- Collaboration: Stakeholders, including SAPS, DSD, clinics, and municipalities, are actively engaged.
- Sustainability: Structures designed to continue operating post-programme through local champions and networks.
ANNEXURE A: DETAILED TRAINING CURRICULUM
Programme Title:
Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Community Intervention Training
Target Participants:
- Community GBV Champions
- Frontline Workers
- Volunteers
- Youth Leaders
- Local Leaders
- Students and Lecturers
Duration:
5 days per cohort (40 hours total)
Training Methodology:
- Interactive workshops and lectures
- Case studies and group discussions
- Role-play and simulations
- Peer-to-peer learning
- Practical exercises and real-world scenarios
- Use of local language and culturally appropriate materials
Curriculum Overview
| Module | Learning Outcomes | Content / Topics | Duration |
| Module 1: Introduction to GBV & Femicide | Understand GBV definitions, types, causes, consequences, and social impact | – Definitions: GBV, femicide, IPV, sexual violence – Forms of GBV: physical, sexual, emotional, economic – Causes and risk factors – Myths vs facts – Social and economic impact | 4 hours |
| Module 2: Community Mobilisation & Advocacy | Equip participants to lead awareness campaigns and mobilise communities | – Role of GBV champions – Advocacy strategies – Community awareness campaigns – Stakeholder engagement – Working with schools, religious, and community structures | 5 hours |
| Module 3: Reporting and Referral Pathways | Enable participants to identify, report, and refer GBV cases ethically | – SAPS reporting procedures – DSD and social services referrals – Health care referral pathways – Child protection and vulnerable groups – Confidentiality and ethical considerations | 6 hours |
| Module 4: Psychological First Aid (PFA) | Provide immediate trauma support to survivors | – Principles of PFA – Identifying distress and trauma – Stabilisation and active listening – Referral to professional services – Self-care for responders | 5 hours |
| Module 5: Ethical Survivor Support & Confidentiality | Ensure respectful and ethical handling of survivors | – Survivor dignity and empowerment – Confidentiality and data protection – Preventing secondary victimisation – Handling sensitive information responsibly | 4 hours |
| Module 6: Monitoring, Reporting & Accountability Tools | Enable participants to track GBV cases and monitor community outcomes | – Incident registers and referral forms – Community monitoring checklists – Data collection and reporting procedures – Ethical use of data for planning and accountability | 5 hours |
| Module 7: Practical Exercises & Role-Play | Apply knowledge in simulated scenarios | – Simulated GBV reporting and referral exercises – Role-play of community awareness campaigns – Peer mentoring practice – Group discussions and reflections | 6 hours |
| Module 8: Evaluation & Action Planning | Consolidate learning and plan community-level interventions | – Review of key concepts – Group action planning – Setting SMART objectives for community interventions – Preparing community reports | 5 hours |
Assessment & Certification
- Continuous Assessment:
- Participation in discussions and role-plays
- Practical exercises and case study presentations
- Written Assessment:
- Short quizzes at the end of each module to assess comprehension
- Practical Assessment:
- Simulated reporting, referral, and advocacy exercises
- Peer mentoring demonstration
- Certification:
- Participants receive a Neftaly Certificate of Completion endorsed by SASSETA upon successfully completing the training and assessments.
Learning Materials & Resources
- Participant manuals and facilitator guides
- PowerPoint presentations and visual aids
- Flipcharts, markers, and stationery
- Incident reporting templates and checklists
- Digital resources (USBs, videos, online tools where feasible)
- Local case studies and real-life scenarios
Follow-Up & Mentorship
- Monthly check-ins with GBV champions
- Peer-to-peer learning groups
- Mentorship from facilitators and local leaders
- Reporting on community-level interventions and referrals
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