A safe space for healing: new trauma centre for abused men to open on West Rand

Mashudu Neluheni has long been a vocal advocate for addressing GBV from both sides, not only supporting victims but also listening to and rehabilitating alleged perpetrators

14 May 2025 - 04:30 By Gugulethu Mashinini

In an unusual move aimed at addressing what she believes is the often-ignored mental health and trauma challenges faced by men, a West Rand woman will open a  trauma clinic and centre for abused men in Kagiso, west of Johannesburg, at the end of May...

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