Press Release: CSVR Marks 35 Years of Impactful Work and Launches Impact Study Report

[Johannesburg, May 2024] – The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) celebrates a remarkable milestone this year as it commemorates 35 years of commitment to promoting peace, justice, and reconciliation. Established in 1989 and officially registered as a Section 21 company in 1990, CSVR has emerged as a leading independent, non-profit organisation in the social justice sector committed to addressing the root causes of violence and advancing sustainable peace in South Africa, the continent, and beyond. 

As part of its anniversary celebrations, CSVR is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Impact Study Report on 15 June 2024. This comprehensive report offers a detailed examination of the tangible outcomes and lasting impact of CSVR's initiatives over the past three and a half decades. Through empirical evidence, real-life stories, and rigorous analysis, the report highlights the effectiveness of CSVR's interventions in promoting healing, reconciliation, and social cohesion. 

The launch of the Impact Study Report will coincide with a series of virtual events, including panel discussions, presentations, and interactive sessions. One such virtual event is the CSVR webinar taking place on the 30th of May, from 14:30pm-16:00pm SAST to commemorate Africa Day and highlight the organisation's remarkable journey in addressing social justice issues across the continent and globally. 

 CSVR has been at the forefront of understanding violence, healing its effects, reconciling communities, and building lasting peace. CSVR's diverse program encompasses research, mental health and psychosocial support services, community interventions, gender mainstreaming, advocacy, policy formation, service delivery, education, and capacity-building effort and training, CSVR has made significant strides in transforming societies impacted by conflict and violence. By partnering with civil society organisations and affected communities, CSVR works tirelessly to hold state, continental, and global institutions accountable, driving meaningful change at all levels. 

Annah Moyo, Executive Director of CSVR highlighted that "CSVR's 35-year journey is a testament to our enduring commitment to building peaceful, equal, and violence-free societies,"  She added that CSVR's "vision is rooted in promoting sustainable peace at community, national, regional, and global levels, and [its] mission guides us in understanding, preventing, and addressing the effects of violence and inequality." 

 Central to CSVR's work is its analysis of the shifting forms of conflict and violence within societies undergoing transitions to democracy. By examining collective and interpersonal violence, political and criminal dynamics, as well as state and social structures, CSVR provides critical insights that inform effective interventions and policy recommendations.  

Consequently, CSVR invites members of the media, stakeholders, and the public to join in celebrating this momentous occasion and exploring the transformative impact of its work. 

For more information about CSVR and the Impact Study Report launch, please visit www.csvr.org.za or contact Karen Pillay at kpillay@csvr.org.za 

 

Contact: 

Karen Pillay  

Business Continuity and Communications Manger  

Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) 

Kpillay@csvr.org.za  

OR  

Nelisiwe Zangana 

Communications Officer 

Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) 

Nzangana@csvr.org.za 

www.csvr.org.za 

 

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