Company Profile:
Gravitazz partnered with the Victim Empowerment Programme (VEP) to develop a comprehensive service directory for survivors of torture within migrant communities in Johannesburg.
Project Goals:
- Research and document the needs of Zimbabwean, Somali, Burundian, Rwandan, and Congolese communities.
- Develop a service directory for survivors of torture.
Client Pain Points:
- Fragmented access to services for survivors of torture.
- Lack of a centralized resource to connect survivors with necessary support.
Strategies Deployed:
- Conducted community-focused research to identify key needs.
- Collaborated with service providers to compile a directory of relevant resources.
- Created an accessible and user-friendly directory for both survivors and support organizations.
Duration:
2 months
Staff Deployed:
2 researchers and 1 project coordinator.
Challenges Experienced and Solutions:
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Challenge: Mistrust from communities affected by torture.
Solution: Engaged community leaders and advocates to build trust and facilitate participation. -
Challenge: Limited access to data on service providers.
Solution: Established partnerships with NGOs and local agencies to compile accurate information.
End Results:
- Delivered a comprehensive service directory, empowering survivors with access to critical resources.
- Improved collaboration between service providers and affected communities.
