‘I was meant to do this’: captain who assesses 162 child abuse victims a year
Rapport building is the most important aspect for Capt Botha. Getting down to the level of her children and having them understand and build trust
03 December 2023 - 19:30
While the idea of getting a child to explain harrowing sexual abuse might sound daunting and sombre, helping these victims feel heroic and heard by the criminal justice system brings joy and satisfaction to Capt Karin Botha...
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