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The prevalence of Gender Based Violence in South Africa has attracted greater focus over recent years as the stories of victims - young and old - continue to come to the forefront. The annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence from 25 November to 10 December is a period where South African society continues to work to create a culture of awareness and fostering a space where the stories of victims are believed. 

The Human Sciences Research Council published the first South African National Gender-Based Violence Study (2022) with a formal handover to the Minister of Women, Youth, and People with Disabilities on 18 November.

Speaking to us about the key findings of the report is Dr. Whadi-Ah Parker, Senior Research Specialist in Public Health, Societies and Belonging at the Human Science Research Council .