Women's Legal Centre

Women's Legal Centre The Women’s Legal Centre is an African feminist legal organisation advancing women’s rights through litigation, advocacy, and education.

Based in Cape Town, we work to achieve systemic change and equality for women in South Africa. The WLC has been established to advance women's rights by conducting constitutional litigation and advocacy on gender issues.

We're proud to celebrate our Communications and Media Manager, Moenieba Abrahams, whose work at the Women's Legal Centre...
03/09/2026

We're proud to celebrate our Communications and Media Manager, Moenieba Abrahams, whose work at the Women's Legal Centre demonstrates the power of communications as a tool for advocacy.

Thank you to Sunday World for recognising the important role communications plays in advancing women's rights.

Read the Heroic Women 2026 supplement here: https://sundayworld.co.za/heroic-women-2026-digital-suppliment/

Moenieba Abrahams
Sunday World

LEGAL ADVICE ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from s...
31/08/2026

LEGAL ADVICE ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE
No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from someone in a position of power. If you’re facing harassment, it’s essential to understand your rights and the responsibilities of your employer. Remember, you are not alone, and there are clear steps that should be taken to support you when you report these incidents.

Stay informed about your rights and don’t hesitate to seek help.
Tap this link to learn more:
No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from someone in a position of power. If you’re facing harassment, it’s essential to understand your rights and the responsibilities of your employer. Remember, you are not alone, and there are clear steps that should be taken to support you when you report these incidents.

Stay informed about your rights and don’t hesitate to seek help.
Tap this link to learn more:
No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from someone in a position of power. If you’re facing harassment, it’s essential to understand your rights and the responsibilities of your employer. Remember, you are not alone, and there are clear steps that should be taken to support you when you report these incidents.

Stay informed about your rights and don’t hesitate to seek help.
Tap this link to learn more:
No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from someone in a position of power. If you’re facing harassment, it’s essential to understand your rights and the responsibilities of your employer. Remember, you are not alone, and there are clear steps that should be taken to support you when you report these incidents.

Stay informed about your rights and don’t hesitate to seek help.
Tap this link to learn more:
No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from someone in a position of power. If you’re facing harassment, it’s essential to understand your rights and the responsibilities of your employer. Remember, you are not alone, and there are clear steps that should be taken to support you when you report these incidents.

No one should feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work, especially from someone in a position of power. If you’re facing harassment, it’s essential to understand your rights and the responsibilities of your employer. Remember, you are not alone, and there are clear steps that should be taken to support you when you report these incidents.





Here at the WLC, we believe in the power of young African women to lead the fight for justice.Your support helps make th...
27/08/2026

Here at the WLC, we believe in the power of young African women to lead the fight for justice.
Your support helps make the Feminist Clinic possible and equips the next generation of feminist lawyers to advance women’s rights and strengthen access to justice.

Donate today:
https://wlce.co.za/donate-wlc/

Our Director, Charlene May, will be attending the Charlotte Mannya-Maxeke Institute’s President-to-President Dialogue, a...
25/08/2026

Our Director, Charlene May, will be attending the Charlotte Mannya-Maxeke Institute’s President-to-President Dialogue, and we encourage women in positions of leadership, influence and decision-making within our network to join this important conversation.

You don’t need to be the head of an organisation. If your experience, leadership and perspective can add value to the dialogue, this space is for you.

If you’re interested in attending, please use the contact details below:
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: 082 484 6713
📅 Thursday, 27 August 2026

LEGAL ADVICE ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE Sexual harassment in the workplace doesn't only come from colleagues....
24/08/2026

LEGAL ADVICE ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE

Sexual harassment in the workplace doesn't only come from colleagues. It can also come from clients, contractors, outsourced staff, or other third parties.
Even if the person harassing you is employed by another company, your employer still has a duty to take reasonable steps to protect you and ensure a safe working environment.
If you feel unsafe, don't ignore the behaviour. Report it, know your rights, and seek support if you need it.
Learn more about your rights here:
https://wlce.co.za/docs/code-of-good-practice-2022/

We are proud to share the Women's Legal Centre's 2025 Annual Report.It reflects a year of reflection, growth, and impact...
19/08/2026

We are proud to share the Women's Legal Centre's 2025 Annual Report.

It reflects a year of reflection, growth, and impact, while reaffirming our commitment to advancing women's rights through litigation, advocacy, education, collaboration, and legal advice.

Read the full Annual Report:
https://wlce.co.za/docs/wlc-2025-annual-report/

18/08/2026

📻 SiyaKhula Live, Wednesday 19 August 2026, 12:30

Women's Month asks what justice really looks like in women's daily lives. Attorney Chriscy Blouws has answers. ⚖️

Tomorrow on SiyakhulaLive, we turn our attention to justice for women in South Africa – and to the power of the law to change lives. 🏛️

We are joined by Chriscy Blouws, an attorney at the Women's Legal Centre, an organisation working at the intersection of law, gender and social justice. 🎓

The Centre uses the law not only to help women navigate the justice system, but to challenge the structures that keep producing inequality in the first place. 🛡️

This conversation is for you if you've wondered:
🎤 What does justice actually look like in the everyday lives of women?
🎤 Whose stories walk through the doors of the Women's Legal Centre?
🎤 How does strategic litigation turn one woman's case into broader social change?

What South Africa is getting right, what we are still failing to see, and the legal barriers women face in having their rights meaningfully recognised and protected. 📢

What is SiyakhulaLive? 📻
An award-winning talk show where South Africa's most urgent conversations come alive 🎓
Anchored by _ and the HR department, we bring national debates into a local space, focusing on:
Human Rights & Social Justice ⚖️
Identity & Heritage 🇿🇦
Access & Transformation 🚀

🎙 Host: Dr Katlego Letlonkane
👥 Guest: Chriscy Blouws, attorney at the Women's Legal Centre
⏰ When: Wednesday 19 August @ 12:30

Join the conversation:
📻 92.6 FM in Stellenbosch
💻 Stream worldwide: www.mfm.co.za
📱 WhatsApp: 074-440-0926

The law belongs to all of us – tomorrow we talk about who it actually reaches. 🇿🇦

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LEGAL ADVICE ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE Over the next few weeks, we are raising awareness about sexual harass...
17/08/2026

LEGAL ADVICE ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE

Over the next few weeks, we are raising awareness about sexual harassment in the workplace because too many women continue to work in fear.
Every woman has the right to a safe, respectful and equal workplace. If you experience sexual harassment, the law provides both informal and formal procedures to help you report it, and your employer has a duty to respond.
Speaking up is not always easy, but you do not have to navigate the process alone. We're here to help.
Click the link to learn more about your rights under the Code of Good Practice on the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment:
https://wlce.co.za/docs/code-of-good-practice-2022/





The law surrounding customary marriages continues to evolve, making legal education and collaboration more important tha...
14/08/2026

The law surrounding customary marriages continues to evolve, making legal education and collaboration more important than ever.
Last week, the Women's Legal Centre, in partnership with Dekker Hofmeyr, hosted a legal symposium on Understanding Customary Marriages in South Africa, bringing together legal practitioners, academics and civil society to engage with some of the most pressing issues affecting women in customary marriages.
A sincere thank you to our outstanding speakers for sharing their knowledge and expertise, and to everyone who attended and contributed to the discussions.
This symposium forms part of our broader Understanding Customary Marriages in South Africa campaign, which aims to empower women through legal education and ensure they have the knowledge they need to understand and protect their rights.
Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr





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