In South Africa, gender-based violence (GBV) is sadly something too many women face. People often talk about tougher laws and teaching boys from a young age to respect women – and yes, those things are important. But they take time. And for someone who’s in danger right now, it’s not enough. Most attackers don’t care about the law. They want power and control. They will hurt anyone, young or old, rich or poor, no matter your race or background. GBV is not just a South African problem either. It happens all over the world.
Yes, stricter laws and education are needed. But the truth is, those changes will not happen overnight. While we wait for the system to improve, women are still being attacked every day. Even if the attacker gets caught later, the damage and the trauma is already done. So what can we do right now?
Criminals look for easy victims. They do not care if you are a student, a mom, a teacher or a businesswoman. When someone attacks you, the only person there to protect you is you. The police and security services often arrive after the fact.That’s why it’s important to:
Protests and awareness campaigns help highlight the issue, but they do not stop someone from grabbing you off the street. That is where proper self-defense training comes in.
C.O.B.R.A.™ is a real-world self-defense system based on law enforcement training. It’s designed for everyday people and it teaches you how to protect yourself in realistic situations. If you’re serious about learning how to stay safe, or want to organise a session for a group of women, get in touch with us.
C.O.B.R.A.™ Self-Defense South Africa
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