Staff Writer
The Capricorn Foundation has donated N$300 000 to the Response Action Based Organisation (RABO), which responds to cases of gender-based violence (GBV), suicide attempts, child abuse, and neglect.
As a first responder, RABO helps transport victims to hospitals, police stations, or social workers and refers them for long-term support.
The head of the Capricorn Foundation, Veripura Muukua, said the Foundation supports RABO through its vulnerability focus area.
“As part of its vulnerability focus area, the Capricorn Foundation is a long-term partner of the Response Action Based Organisation. We are proud of our partnership with RABO and that, through our collective effort, we can make a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable by providing basic needs, supporting victims of gender-based violence and abuse, and holding community engagements and events on social issues,” she said.
The donation follows last week, when RABO hosted a workshop for Khomas-based officers, sponsored by the Capricorn Foundation.
The session was led by senior social worker Selma Nangonya from the ministry of health and social services, senior social worker Clemencia Kavita from the ministry of gender equality and social welfare, and chief inspector Christiana, head of the gender-based violence victim subdivision.
The workshop brought together 75 members of the Khomas Namibian Police Force to focus on peer learning and building capacity to better support victims of GBV, rape, and child abuse.
Police officers are often the first point of contact for victims and play a critical role in responding to these cases. The workshop aimed to improve their skills and interagency coordination.
“Workshops like these offer a valuable opportunity to strengthen inter-agency collaboration, share practical tools, and affirm a joint commitment to the safety and dignity of all Namibians. We are grateful to the Capricorn Foundation for partnering with RABO on this initiative and for their continued support. The Capricorn Foundation has been essential in helping us reach many families, victims, and children. Although they cannot help everyone in need, they work hard to stretch their funds to assist as many people as possible, not just in Khomas but also in other areas. We are very thankful for their support,” said Zackary Itodo, RABO facilitator.
