Bright Sky SA: Providing Support and Information for Those Affected by Gender-Based Violence

Bright Sky SA is a free Android app developed by Vodacom Pty Ltd, falling under the category of Education & Reference. It is designed to provide support and information to anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know. The app includes a unique directory of specialist gender-based violence support services across South Africa, contact details of national helplines, and questionnaires to assess the safety of a relationship. Additionally, the app provides information about gender-based violence, tips to improve online safety, and dispels myths surrounding gender-based violence. The ‘My Journal’ tool allows users to log incidents of abuse in text, audio, video, or photo form, ensuring that none of the content is saved on the device or the app. Bright Sky SA is a valuable resource for anyone who needs help or information about gender-based violence in South Africa.