Operation Bobbi Bear is a human rights organisation committed to helping sexually abused children in Amanzimtoti, Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa.
A “Bobbi Bear” is a non-threatening means (bear) for child victims of sexual abuse to communicate the nature of the abuse, crossing all language barriers and preventing secondary abuse at the point of rescue.
It provides a better understanding of actual events and enables the initiation of appropriate HIV and AIDS interventions.
Our success rate is testament to our organisation’s training programmes. We rescue and provide safe homes for abused children, work with the criminal justice system to prosecute perpetrators, educate individuals and communities, and much, much more.
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8 days to go - these awesome men are willing to shave off their amazing beards for Bobbi Bear - we are so so grateful THANK YOU BeardosIt’s the final countdown....
We really want to thank these brave men who are willing to shave off their beards for Bobbi Bear. Please pop in and support this wonderful gesture all taking place at the Notties Hotel, Nottingham Road. Bobbi Bear is extremely grateful for this supportNews Alert![]()
Reminder that our annual Shave Off and Auction will take place @nottiespub_ next Saturday 22 April 2023 from 12:00 onwards.![]()
Great afternoon of fanfare, color hairspray’s, jumping castles, lamb & wors rolls, luck draw prizes and topping it all off the 🪒 OFF at 14:00.![]()
Come join us for a fun filled afternoon at the local.![]()
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Bobbi Bear Programmes
We Need YOUR Help
Operation Bobbi Bear makes a true difference to the lives of thousands of children, families and communities.
We need your help to fight child abuse and expand our reach into more communities on a larger scale.
Please help by donating or finding out about one of our training programmes or volunteer opportunities.
Key Facts
10,000
Number of children reached since 2008
4,500
Children reached per month
2,000
Survivors of abuse attending HIV clinics
400
Court appearances in support of abused children
30 – 40
Callouts per month
1,200
Children fed every month under the Illovo Tree Programme
Testimonials
My time at Bobbi Bear has definitely changed me for the better. It showed me how I should appreciate my life back home and not take what I have for granted – a roof over my head, affordable health care and a good legal framework. I’ve also found how potential employers value volunteering work so that was an unexpected career benefit.
I chose Bobbi Bear because it connected really well with my former education and work in Holland. I thought I could learn and hoped I could bring something. For me, the hope came true. I got the chance to develop the people I met and myself.
You’re never alone and you will always get support and love from the Bobbi Bear team. Together we have been through so many ups and downs, maybe that’s why I consider them my family. There is so much more to tell about my ‘South Africa adventure’, but the depth and width of it is so difficult to capture in just one story.
Latest News
Fire Department Training
The Fire Department comes to help Bobbi Bear 031 – 361 0000 Fire Department A number we will never forget – After the unfortunate incident that the Bobbi Bear staff members experienced last week, where a military grade flare ignited in our workshop, we......
27 June, 2018Should You Volunteer With Bobbi Bear?
Volunteering can take many forms. From helping out at your local animal shelter to committing two years of your life to the peace corps, it’s important to find the right fit for you. Whether you choose to volunteer at home or abroad, finding a programme......
27 June, 2018Now it Starts, Bobbi Bear in Action on the School Outreach Program
Sexual harassment has been at the forefront of the news lately. The #MeToo movement has become a global force through its utilization of social media, providing women across the world with a platform to stand up and tell their stories of sexual assault and harassment.......
27 June, 2018
