1000 Women United against Domestic Violence 2012
In 2012 the 1000 women against domestic violence luncheon organised by the WHEAT Trust saw over a 1000 women and men from different cultural and class backgrounds take a stand against abuse on 17 May at the Cape Town International Conventions Centre. This event was the 7th of its kind. This great networking opportunity was attended by powerful women from politics, business, and the diplomatic world. WHEAT Trust also invited a number of women-led organisations to the event and amplified their voices by showing their work.
The event lined up an exciting list of speakers and entertainment including Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor, Minister of Women, Children and People with Disabilities, Lulu Xingwana. In the welcome speech by the Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor explained that this gathering signifies that we are able to mobilize men and women to articulate our concerns and our commitment to equality. |
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This has to be translated to practical community action. “We have made great strides but the continuing scourge of violence, poverty and deprivation suggests a need for a more transformative discourse, a discourse of rights, responsibility and community transformation. “said Minister Pandor.
Wendy Ackerman, patron of WHEAT Trust and one of the founding members of the 1000 Women United Against Domestic Violence Initiative, called upon every South African to get involved in this initiative.”
Each year the WHEAT Trust continues to advance its mission of WHEAT Trust providing financial and other resources to grassroots women-led organisations in South Africa that would not otherwise not have been able to access. Through our programmes we have seen many lives changed for the better. In particular the 1000 women luncheon has enjoyed great success this year. We had more grantees and more importantly, also men, attending the event. The generous donations from sponsors made this event a huge success.
Domestic violence is the second biggest pandemic that women in South Africa face after poverty and women in abusive relationships are often afraid to speak out. A lot of these women are poor, uneducated or oppressed to such an extent that they do not understand what abuse is, how to deal with it and lack knowledge about their rights.
Florence Adam, one of the founders of Sinako, and beneficiary of the WHEAT Trust: “It is important that we educate these women so they can speak out and stand up for themselves.”
The WHEAT Trust invests in education, training and capacity building for grassroots women-led organisations to foster women’s leadership and to empower women to uplift themselves and their communities.
We would like to thank all the women and men for their generosity on the day and for demonstrating a culture of giving where people care about each other and know that our wellbeing is inextricably linked to the well being of others. The 1000 Women United Against Domestic Violence Luncheon is the premier event of the Women’s Hope Education and Training (WHEAT) Trust and a culmination of a 6 month campaign.
Wendy Ackerman, patron of WHEAT Trust and one of the founding members of the 1000 Women United Against Domestic Violence Initiative, called upon every South African to get involved in this initiative.”
Each year the WHEAT Trust continues to advance its mission of WHEAT Trust providing financial and other resources to grassroots women-led organisations in South Africa that would not otherwise not have been able to access. Through our programmes we have seen many lives changed for the better. In particular the 1000 women luncheon has enjoyed great success this year. We had more grantees and more importantly, also men, attending the event. The generous donations from sponsors made this event a huge success.
Domestic violence is the second biggest pandemic that women in South Africa face after poverty and women in abusive relationships are often afraid to speak out. A lot of these women are poor, uneducated or oppressed to such an extent that they do not understand what abuse is, how to deal with it and lack knowledge about their rights.
Florence Adam, one of the founders of Sinako, and beneficiary of the WHEAT Trust: “It is important that we educate these women so they can speak out and stand up for themselves.”
The WHEAT Trust invests in education, training and capacity building for grassroots women-led organisations to foster women’s leadership and to empower women to uplift themselves and their communities.
We would like to thank all the women and men for their generosity on the day and for demonstrating a culture of giving where people care about each other and know that our wellbeing is inextricably linked to the well being of others. The 1000 Women United Against Domestic Violence Luncheon is the premier event of the Women’s Hope Education and Training (WHEAT) Trust and a culmination of a 6 month campaign.
1000 Women United Againsy Domestic Violence Luncheon 2011
A thousand women came together on 11 May 2011 to raise awareness and take a stand against domestic violence and violence against women. Awareness was spread throughout the country as companies posted anti-violence messages on their websites and in their newsletters. Furthermore, some organisations opened electronic forums, for example, on the YOU and HUISGENOOT Facebook sites. Support of individuals in the community was also crucial in raising awareness. Prominent women such as Tannie Evita, Pam Golding and Wendy Ackerman issued a statement against domestic violence for the campaign. Wendy Ackerman, WHEAT Trust’s patron, contributed significantly to the function by actively lobbying companies and individuals alike to support the event.
Additionally, several companies showed support through sponsorship; Pick ‘n Pay was the platinum sponsor whilst Old Mutual, ABSA Bank and PetroSA were gold sponsors. Lastly, many companies and organizations supported the event by purchasing tables.
Overall, the event was a great success, evidenced by attendee feedback, awareness raised and funds mobilised. However this could not have been done without the support and generosity of the community, and the contribution of volunteers, who organized the event and substantially reduced the cost. On the day, ticket sales and pledges amounted to a fantastic income of R94,636, which resulted in a record profit of R655,300.04. Thanks to great entertainment by Pieter Dirk Uys, Tannie Evita and CODA and MC Gerry Rantselli. The luncheon was a great experience. Proceeds of the luncheon went towards grassroots women groups
A thousand women came together on 11 May 2011 to raise awareness and take a stand against domestic violence and violence against women. Awareness was spread throughout the country as companies posted anti-violence messages on their websites and in their newsletters. Furthermore, some organisations opened electronic forums, for example, on the YOU and HUISGENOOT Facebook sites. Support of individuals in the community was also crucial in raising awareness. Prominent women such as Tannie Evita, Pam Golding and Wendy Ackerman issued a statement against domestic violence for the campaign. Wendy Ackerman, WHEAT Trust’s patron, contributed significantly to the function by actively lobbying companies and individuals alike to support the event.
Additionally, several companies showed support through sponsorship; Pick ‘n Pay was the platinum sponsor whilst Old Mutual, ABSA Bank and PetroSA were gold sponsors. Lastly, many companies and organizations supported the event by purchasing tables.
Overall, the event was a great success, evidenced by attendee feedback, awareness raised and funds mobilised. However this could not have been done without the support and generosity of the community, and the contribution of volunteers, who organized the event and substantially reduced the cost. On the day, ticket sales and pledges amounted to a fantastic income of R94,636, which resulted in a record profit of R655,300.04. Thanks to great entertainment by Pieter Dirk Uys, Tannie Evita and CODA and MC Gerry Rantselli. The luncheon was a great experience. Proceeds of the luncheon went towards grassroots women groups
