Welcome to #1000Women1Voice!
Twenty-one years ago, Mrs. Wendy Ackerman and Tina Thiart initiated 1000 Women Trust to combat GBVF. It began with a vision: a luncheon uniting 1000 women to discuss gender-based violence and femicide, raising funds and awareness. This luncheon marked the beginning of our journey—a celebration of women from diverse backgrounds, sharing stories, laughter, and support. Today, our tagline remains: 1000 Women, one voice.
Our Theory of Change
We collaborate with Community Based Organisations (CBOs) and women-led groups to raise awareness and support survivors of GBV. Our belief: with access to knowledge, skills, and resources, women can find their own solutions. We advocate for gender equality in our communities.
Important Dates for 2025
2025 Events
May – Sign up for the Virtual Walk and Upstander Competition
May 25, Wear Orange and support Project Orange and GBV Warriors
June 16, Bystander to Upstander Youth Day
June 28, Virtual Walk
June 30, Leonie summit at Kilimanjaro
July 18, Donate to Project Orange Mandela Day
August 8, attend the Women’s Festival at Artscape Cape Town
September 24 First Responders course (new laws)
October 3/7 Peace Table join 1000 Women
November 24 launch of 16 Days
December 10 Women’s Rights are Human Rights
For all training programes contact +27614690479
