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Draft programme & delegate pricing

GBV is not only a social crisis. It is an economic one.

Theme: Positioning GBV as a Socio-Economic Imperative for Collective Action, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development

Dates
8–10 December 2026
Venue
@Sandton Hotel, Johannesburg
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Early Bird: 23:59 SAST, 14 November 2026
Final: 30 November 2026
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R4 200

Full three-day pass. Save R1 800 on the standard rate when you register and pay by 23:59 SAST, 14 November 2026.

Add 8–10 December to your calendar

Why attend

Six returns for your organisation.

The GBV Socio-Economic Imbizo 2026 is designed as an action-oriented investment platform to deliver direct operational, compliance and financial returns for attendees.

  1. Risk & compliance

    Mitigation and optimisation of the risks GBV creates for your organisation.

  2. Reduced presenteeism

    Improved operational efficiency when people are present and able to work.

  3. GBVF-responsive budgeting

    Budgeting innovation that produces measurable impact.

  4. High-level networking

    An annual showcase held during the global UN 16 Days of Activism.

  5. Ready-to-deploy toolkits

    Practical tools and strategic insights you can use the following week.

  6. Transformation leadership

    GBV transformation leadership and benchmarking against your peers.

Who should attend

A cross-sector event audience.

Published delegate materials describe an overall event audience of over 350 executive decision-makers, policymakers and civil society leaders.

  • Corporate leadership: Board members, C-suite executives, business leaders, and corporate HR, citizenship, finance, stakeholder relations and culture transformation directors.

  • Risk & compliance professionals: Risk and audit managers, ESG strategists and transformation leads.

  • Employee well-being: Wellness managers, EAP partners, organised labour officials and trade union representatives.

  • Public sector & development: National, provincial and local government officials, SOEs, multilateral development partners and embassies.

  • Advocacy & knowledge partners: Economists, business associations, civil society leaders, NGO and NPO directors, media, researchers, academia and special interest groups.

Draft programme

Three days, from the reality check to national pledges.

This is a draft programme and is subject to speaker confirmation and change. Names listed include confirmed and proposed speakers and organisations.

Day 1 · Tuesday, 8 December 2026

Setting the Scene & The Reality Check

Economic, policy and multilateral baselines. Programme Director to be confirmed.

  1. 08:00–09:00

    Delegate registration & morning refreshments

    Format:
    Arrival & networking

  2. 09:00–09:30

    Official opening & national contextualisation

    Framing the 16 Days of Activism and the National Strategic Plan (NSP).

    Format:
    Plenary opening
    Who:
    Senior Government Representative; National Council on GBVF Leadership; United Nations; B20 Business Representative

  3. 09:30–10:30

    The Reality Check: economic, spatial & fiscal baseline

    Micro-spatial risk analytics and economic drag; the cost of GBV on corporate productivity and GDP; the local government 90-day audit and city response; B-BBEE alignment and the preferential procurement paper.

    Format:
    Keynote & research benchmark panel
    Who:
    Dr Pali Lehohla (The Lehohla Ledger); Prof. Corné Davis-Buitendag (UJ); Shared Value Africa / IFC (Kenya Study); City of Johannesburg Leadership; Empowerdex Technical Lead

  4. 10:30–11:00

    Mid-morning refreshments & exhibition walkthrough

    Format:
    Networking break
    Who:
    Exhibitors & delegates; special guests and media

  5. 11:00–13:00

    High-level plenary panels

    Panel 1: United Nations & multilateral frameworks (UN Women, UN Global Compact, UNDP, UNHCR, UNICEF). Panel 2: International trade, B20 & BRICS alignment. Panel 3: Inter-ministerial government alignment. Panel 4: Private sector leadership (BUSA, BASA, Minerals Council, CEO Forum).

    Format:
    Plenary panel discussions (30 minutes per panel)
    Who:
    UN Resident Coordinator & UN agency leads; B20 / BRICS Trade / AU representatives; Inter-Ministerial Committee Ministers; C-suite executives (Absa, Anglo, Vodafone, JSE)

  6. 13:00–14:00

    Executive lunch & networking

    Format:
    Exhibition lunch break
    Who:
    All delegates & sponsors

  7. 14:00–15:30

    Workplace issues & preventive risk management

    ILO Convention 190 (C190) and the role of organised labour; harassment, bullying and risk system audits; positive masculinity as a corporate prevention strategy.

    Format:
    Interactive panel discussions
    Who:
    UN Global Compact & trade union representatives; corporate HR & transformation directors; male allyship advocates

  8. 15:30–16:00

    Toolkits & AI technology showcase

    GBVF Response Fund toolkit introduction; AI-driven confidential reporting and risk analytics.

    Format:
    Plenary presentation & product demo
    Who:
    GBVF Response Fund Executive; AI tech innovation partners

  9. 16:00

    Day 1 summary, reflections & wrap-up

    Brief on Day 2.

    Format:
    Closing plenary
    Who:
    Convening team & session chairs

Day 2 · Wednesday, 9 December 2026

Concurrent Breakout Rooms & Deep-Dive Masterclasses

Four rooms run in parallel in the morning, followed by masterclasses and AI demos in the afternoon.

  1. 08:00–09:00

    Arrival, coffee & networking

    Format:
    Registration
    Who:
    All delegates

  2. 09:00–13:00

    Morning concurrent breakout streams (Rooms 1–4)

    Detailed sessions per room are listed below, including a tea break at 10:30.

    Format:
    Breakout rooms
    Who:
    Room facilitators & delegates

  3. 13:00–14:00

    Executive networking lunch

    Format:
    Lunch break
    Who:
    All delegates

  4. 14:00–16:00

    Afternoon breakout masterclasses & AI demos (Rooms 1–4)

    NPO donor alignment & grant masterclass; corporate AI reporting demos and risk audits.

    Format:
    Masterclass workshops
    Who:
    Masterclass facilitators

Room 1: Positive Masculinity & Allyship

  • Men's Forum templates & wellness
  • Executive mental health & wounded leadership
  • 21st century executive male archetype
  • Global insights: 'Not Forgetting the Man'
  • ABSA & Vodafone case studies; executive men's health; cultural change frameworks

Facilitators: Male Allyship Leads / Vodacom / ABSA / Global Speaker [TBD]

Room 2: ILO C190 & Policy Alignment

  • ILO C190 as a corporate risk framework
  • Implementation tools & vicarious liability
  • B-BBEE scorecard alignment & incentives
  • Policy alignment with DTI & Parliament
  • Risk assessment audits: DTI legislation; B-BBEE bonus points alignment
  • SMMEs, township and rural GBV prevention
  • Public sector workplace C190 compliance

Facilitators: ILO Representatives / Empowerdex / DTI Technical Experts [TBD] / DSBD / COGTA / DPA / Parliament / SOEs / Academia

Room 3: Case Studies & Collaborations

  • Streamlining action: from fragmented response to coordinated focus (DPME)
  • Anglo American 'Living with Dignity Hub' case study (Minerals Council of South Africa)
  • Multi-sectoral tracking & monitoring of harassment: Resilient Workplace Institute Harassment Risk Index (HRI)
  • Kenya & regional best practice: practical solutions to reduce the socio-economic impact of corporate harassment (Shared Value Africa)
  • International case study: GBV macroeconomic impact (Genesis Analytics UK)

Room 4: Solutions & Masterclasses

  • Economic empowerment & procurement (NSP Pillar 5.1)
  • Research themes & the National GBV Socio-Economic Impact Index (Ask Afrika & partner economist)
  • Youth empowerment: young professionals case studies (YES Programme)
  • NPO fundraising & donor alignment masterclass
  • Unlocking SMME GBV-responsive business practice (Department of Small Business Development; township and rural)
  • Deep dive into public service GBV-responsive workplace health for improved service delivery

Day 3 · Thursday, 10 December 2026

Future-Proofing, Resolutions, National Pledges & Way Forward

A half day that turns three days of evidence and dialogue into resolutions and sectoral pledges.

  1. 08:00–09:00

    Arrival & morning refreshments

    Format:
    Networking
    Who:
    All delegates

  2. 09:00–09:30

    Welcome back & synthesis of Day 1 and 2 outcomes

    Format:
    Plenary opening
    Who:
    Convening team / session chairs / senior government representative

  3. 09:30–10:15

    Panel: Shaping the Future for Zero GBV

    Future-proofing organisational culture: unleashing youth leadership to mitigate social and GBV risks.

    Format:
    Youth & future leaders panel
    Who:
    NYDA Representative; YES Programme & Harambee leads; corporate young professionals

  4. 10:15–10:45

    Consolidated breakout resolutions & action plan presentation

    Format:
    Plenary report-back
    Who:
    Rapporteurs & room facilitators

  5. 10:45–11:15

    Mid-morning refreshments & media briefing setup

    Format:
    Networking break
    Who:
    Delegates & media

  6. 11:15–12:15

    National stakeholder commitment pledges & photo ceremony

    Formal signing and handover of sectoral pledges.

    Format:
    Ceremonial handover & media photo
    Who:
    Presidency / Cabinet Ministers; corporate C-suite & union leads

  7. 12:15–12:45

    Closing keynote address & strategic announcements

    Official launch of the 2027–2030 Action Framework. Preview: SONA Business Alignment Breakfast (February 2027, Cape Town).

    Format:
    Closing keynote & announcement
    Who:
    The Presidency / government dignitary; Jacki Mpondo-Hendricks (Convenor)

  8. 12:45–12:50

    Entertainment

  9. 12:50–13:00

    Vote of thanks & sponsor recognition

  10. 13:00–14:30

    Farewell lunch & official departure

    Format:
    Networking lunch
    Who:
    All delegates

Delegate pricing

Choose your pass.

Every delegate pass covers all three days. USD conversions are provided at an indicative exchange rate of 1 USD = R17.50 for international and continental delegates to accommodate additional charges and fluctuations. All prices are exclusive of VAT.

Pass finder

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Early Bird Pass

R4 200,00 / $240.00*

Then R6 000,00 for the Standard Delegate Pass.

Full 3-day access pass for early individual registrants, including meals and soft drinks.

Early Bird until 23:59 SAST on 14 November, then the Standard pass applies.

Register as a delegate

  • Early Bird PassUntil 23:59 SAST on 14 Nov 2026

    R4 200,00 / $240.00*

    Full 3-day access pass for early individual registrants, including meals and soft drinks.

  • Standard Delegate PassFull price

    R6 000,00 / $345.00*

    Standard full 3-day individual pass for corporate, government and general delegates.

  • NGO / NPO Delegate Pass

    R3 000,00 / $170.00*

    Subsidised full 3-day pass for registered NPOs, CSOs and survivor-support organisations.

  • Student Delegate Pass

    R3 000,00 / $170.00*

    Subsidised full 3-day pass for accredited tertiary students (valid student ID required).

  • Stakeholder Bundle + Exhibition Stand

    R50 000,00 / $2,850.00*

    Corporate package: 10 full 3-day delegate passes + 1 exhibition stand in the main showcase hall.

What a full three-day pass includes

  • Full access to all 3 days: Admission to plenary keynotes, economic scenario presentations and sector breakout panels (8–10 December 2026).
  • Exhibition & Masterclasses: Entry to the main Exhibition Hall and specialised NPO Masterclasses (CSI funding, impact measurement and workplace tools).
  • Research & Index briefings: Access to the launch findings of South Africa’s recurring GBV Socio-Economic Impact Index.
  • Hospitality & catering: Daily teas, refreshments and conference networking lunches.

Stakeholder Bundle: R50 000 / $2,850

  • 10 full 3-day passes: Ideal for CEOs, executive leadership, board members, HR, ESG, risk, transformation and wellness teams.
  • 1 dedicated exhibition stand: Present your workplace safety, wellness or CSR solutions at a dedicated exhibition stand.
  • Brand visibility: Organisation logo listed in the digital delegate handbook and exhibitor directory.
  1. Early Bird deadline: To qualify for the R4 200,00 rate, registration and payment must be completed by 23:59 SAST on 14 November 2026.
  2. Registration closes: Registration closes on 5 December 2026. Space at the venue is limited.
  3. Verification requirements: Student and NGO passes require proof of enrolment (student ID) or an NPO registration certificate (PBO/NPO number) during online registration.

Exhibition

Standalone exhibition packages.

Showcase workplace safety, wellness, research or CSI initiatives at the Imbizo. Published delegate materials describe an overall event audience of over 350 executive decision-makers, policymakers and civil society leaders. Every package includes two exhibitor staff passes.

  • NGO Exhibition Stand

    R12 000,00 / $686.00*

    Registered non-profits & CSOs

  • Research & Academic Stand

    R14 000,00 / $800.00*

    Universities, research institutes & think-tanks

  • Public Sector / Govt Stand

    R16 000,00 / $914.00*

    National, provincial, municipal entities & SOCs

  • Corporate Standalone Exhibitor

    R18 000,00 / $1 029.00*

    Private sector companies & commercial exhibitors

  • Exhibition & Masterclasses Package

    R21 000,00 / $1 200.00*

    Exhibition stand + branded masterclass hosting

Included in all stand packages

  • 2 × Exhibitor staff passes
  • 1 × Trestle table
  • 1 × Black tablecloth
  • 2 × Conference chairs

Provided by the exhibitor, at own cost

Pull-up banners, audiovisual equipment, promotional materials, pop-up displays, power extension leads and any additional custom furniture.

Book your place

Be part of the change.

Early Bird closes at 23:59 SAST, 14 November 2026. Final RSVP by 30 November 2026.

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Partners

  • GBVF Response Fund logo
  • International Labour Organization logo
  • Ask Afrika logo
  • City of Johannesburg logo
  • Business Pledge Collaborators logo
  • Shared Value Africa logo
  • The AI Guys logo
  • frayintermedia logo
  • Stop GBVF logo
  • UN Global Compact Network South Africa logo
  • PROMISE logo
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