Briefing Paper

Preventing Violence in South Africa: Contributions from an Intersectoral Dialogue

The Violence Prevention Forum is a multi sectoral platform that promotes the use of evidence in violence prevention in South Africa. The forum has strengthened relationships between researchers, government, NGOs and development partners. As a result, information can be shared more easily, which has influenced national and provincial policy and practice. This policy brief highlights the importance of co-producing knowledge, building relationships and creating a safe space for dialogue.