Legal and therapeutic support for survivors of gender-based violence
Isibani Law & Therapy Centre supports survivors through legal guidance, psychosocial care, advocacy and community-rooted prevention in KwaZulu-Natal.
A guiding light where justice, healing and community support meet
Survivors of gender-based violence often face more than one barrier at once: fear, trauma, legal uncertainty, family pressure, isolation and limited access to services.
Isibani Law & Therapy Centre exists to help bridge that gap by connecting legal support, therapeutic care, advocacy and prevention work in a way that is rooted in community realities.
Our work is grounded in dignity, confidentiality, safety and the belief that every survivor deserves support that listens, guides and walks alongside them.
Learn More About UsOur focus is clear
Support for survivors, communities and partners
A strong response to gender-based violence needs more than one service. It needs care, guidance, prevention and trusted community relationships.
For Survivors
We support survivors with survivor-centred guidance, emotional care and pathways toward justice, safety and healing.
Reach OutFor Communities
We work to strengthen awareness, challenge harmful norms and support community-based prevention of gender-based violence.
See Our WorkFor Donors & Partners
We welcome support from people, funders and organisations who believe in accessible legal and therapeutic services for vulnerable communities.
Support IsibaniA combined approach to support, justice and prevention
Isibani brings together legal support, psychosocial care, advocacy and community-rooted prevention to respond to gender-based violence with dignity and practical care.
Legal Guidance
We help survivors understand their rights, navigate justice processes and access appropriate legal support and referrals.
Psychosocial Support
We provide compassionate support that recognises trauma, emotional safety and the healing journey of survivors.
Advocacy
We advocate for survivor dignity, stronger awareness and more responsive systems for those affected by gender-based violence.
Prevention
We support education and awareness that helps communities recognise, challenge and prevent gender-based violence.
Referral Pathways
We help connect people to relevant services, support structures and community resources where further assistance is needed.
Restoring Dignity
Our work is rooted in the belief that survivors deserve to be heard, believed, supported and treated with dignity.
How you can connect with Isibani
Whether you need support, want to understand our work, or would like to contribute, there is a clear next step.
I need support
Contact Isibani to ask about available guidance, support and referral options.
Contact UsI want to understand the work
Learn more about our legal, psychosocial, advocacy and prevention work.
Explore Our WorkI want to support the mission
Find out how donors, partners and community allies can support Isibani.
Get InvolvedHelp strengthen survivor-centred support in KwaZulu-Natal
Isibani Law & Therapy Centre exists to support survivors, strengthen communities and advocate for a future where dignity, safety and healing are possible.
Community-rooted justice, dignity and healing
Isibani Law and Therapy Centre is a community-based organisation in rural KwaZulu-Natal offering an innovative approach to engaging with the law, protecting human rights and promoting mental health.
We work directly with survivors of gender-based violence, helping them navigate complex legal systems while ensuring they remain informed, supported and active participants in the justice process.
Survivor-Centred Justice
Keeping survivors informed, included and supported through legal processes.
Healing and Restoration
Supporting mental health, dignity and recovery for survivors and communities.
Community Education
Challenging harmful norms through awareness, prevention and rights education.
Everyone deserves safety, dignity and a voice.
Learn MoreWhat We’ve Been Up To
From schools and community forums to national and global platforms — Isibani advances justice, healing, prevention and accountability.
GBV Awareness Trainings in Schools
Ongoing education sessions focused on gender-based violence, survivor rights, reporting mechanisms and prevention.
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Pop-Up Sessions in Umlazi
Bringing legal information, survivor support and direct community engagement closer to the people who need it most.
Explore Our Work
Adv. Neliswa Nota at the Presidential Summit
Participating in national conversations on justice, accountability, survivor-centred systems and GBVF prevention.
Meet Our Team
Miss Mbali Ndovela at the G20 Summit
Representing Isibani in global leadership spaces and policy discussions focused on justice, dignity and equity.
Meet Our Team
CTAOP YLF Workshop
Engaging young leaders through legal awareness, rights education, dialogue and survivor-centred community learning.
Explore Our Work
Adv. Neliswa Nota at the “Rise Up” Workshop
Supporting empowerment, survivor dignity, accountability and community-based education through collaborative workshops.
Meet Our TeamLearn more about who we are and what we do
Discover Isibani’s story, our community-rooted work and the people behind our survivor-centred support.