The GBVF Response Fund, launched in February 2021 by President Cyril Ramaphosa and the International Women’s Forum of South Africa, aims to combat gender-based violence and femicide. Since its inception, the Fund has raised over R200 million, supporting community-based organizations (CBOs) in identified GBVF hotspots, especially in rural and peri-urban areas. By February 2023, R66 million had been distributed to 110 CBOs. Through partnerships with intermediary organizations, the Fund has provided capacity building, training, and support to over 160 CBOs. The Fund's strategy focuses on community-based solutions and institutional strengthening.