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We support marginalised women who have suffered gender-based violence
Bertha’s Legacy is a UK-based organization dedicated to ending gender-based violence and inequality. Through advocacy, support services, and skills training, we empower survivors and challenge societal norms to create a safer, more inclusive future. Join us in the fight for justice and equality.
30%
Females globally experience physical or sexual violence.
1 in 5
Women experience sexual violence in humanitarian settings.
27%
Women aged 15-49 globally have been raped by an intimate partner.
Information & Support
understanding the crisis
Gender-based violence is not just a statistic; it’s a reality for countless women in our communities, often hidden in the shadows of silence and fear. Every day, women experience violence in their homes, workplaces, and even public spaces. This is not just a personal tragedy—it’s a societal crisis that affects us all.
Need Help
If you're facing gender based violence or abuse, connect with us for confidential support, resources, and a listening ear without judgement. You are not alone. We're here for you.
Help Someone Else
Supporting a survivor can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Find guidance, resources, and empathy to help them find safety and healing.
Join Us
Make a difference with us. Volunteer to support survivors, raise awareness, and work toward ending gender-based violence in our communities.
Donate
Every contribution fuels hope. Your support provides life-changing resources and care for survivors, empowering them to reclaim their strength and future.
Causes
Our Programs
Economic Empowerment
Our workshops focus on making products that can provide individuals with a steady income that requires little outlay.
Help survivors build a better future: With $100/£90, you can provide the skills and tools they need to become financially independent and strong.
Safety Awareness
Safety Awareness training assists our survivors to develop situational awareness thereby instilling more confidence in themselves and their surroundings.
Create safer lives for survivors: A $25/£20 donation helps offer safety awareness classes, giving survivors the confidence to protect themselves.
Wellness & Self-care
Wellness and Self-Care programs empower our survivors to prioritize their emotional well-being and build resilience and confidence in their well-being.
Support healing and self-worth: Just $15/£10 helps survivors access wellness programs to rebuild their strength and sense of self.
Note
Founder's Note
We started this organization to help create hope for victims of gender-based violence. Ourmission is simple but vital: support, empower and give a vo ice to those who have endured gender-based violence. Each survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and empowered to rebuild their life.
Our charity was born out of a deep desire and commitment to join hands with others to break the cycle of violence, educate our communities, and ensure that hope is never out of reach. Together, we can foster a future free from fear and filled with healing and justice.
Thank you for standing with us.
Sithembile Chigwada | Zanele Bey
Co-Founder, Bertha’s Legacy
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About Us
Our Mission
At Bertha's Legacy, our mission is to support women affected by gender-based violence, providing the tools and strength they need to rebuild their life on their own terms. We raise awareness, connect women to vital support services, and offer skills to improve their current realities while working towards safety and independence.
We are committed to being here for the long haul.
Impact
Impact since 2021
Our foundation was born from the understanding that these issues don’t exist in a vacuum. They are deeply intertwined with societal norms and expectations that can feel insurmountable. We are here to confront these challenges head-on.
1102 hours
of skills training delivered to survivors.
$ 22,085
invested in the empowerment of survivors.
14
volunteers from around the world have joined us.
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