The Social Impact Show - Mara Glennie : Samm Marshall sits down with Mara Glennie, founder and CEO of TEARS Foundation,

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In this episode of The Social Impact Show, host Samm Marshall sits down with Mara Glennie, founder and CEO of TEARS Foundation, to explore the incredible work being done to support survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa.

Mara shares her personal journey as a GBV survivor and how it inspired her to create an organization that offers hope, advocacy, and tangible solutions for victims. We delve into TEARS Foundation’s groundbreaking Soothing the Nation campaign, their innovative use of technology to connect survivors with critical resources, and their tireless efforts to bridge the gaps in South Africa’s GBV response system.

Tune in to hear about the inspiring impact of TEARS Foundation, the challenges they’re tackling, and how you can help support their mission to ensure no survivor faces violence alone.
9 Jan English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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