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Violence, fear and hopelessness are significant conditions shaping the precarious lives and livelihoods of many South Africans and those on the margins globally. Structural violence like poverty and oppressive systems often gives rise to struggles which may involve violence and destruction of property. Violence in all its forms – physical, emotional and structural – can drain and break individuals and communities.
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John, V.M. (2017). Building Peace, Solidarity and Hope in Africa Through Popular Education. In: Kotze, A.v., Walters, S. (eds) Forging Solidarity. International Issues in Adult Education. SensePublishers, Rotterdam. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-6300-923-2_6
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