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A Lighthouse in Lavender Hill: Cape Town’s Bold Answer to Male & LGBT+ Gender Violence

by Hannah Kriel
December 10, 2025

In Cape Town, a special house called “The Lighthouse in Lavender Hill” is a safe place for men and LGBTQ+ people running from violence. It’s the first of its kind in South Africa, paid for by taxes. Here, people get help to heal, learn new skills, and find their way back into the world. It’s like a warm, welcoming home that offers comfort and a fresh start, proving that even a small house can hold big hopes and dreams.

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