SAFREA is the South African Freelancers' Association, dedicated to supporting and promoting the interests of freelancers in the communications industry in Southern Africa. Members include all areas of communication including: writers, editors, proofreaders, photographers, videographers, graphic designers, illustrators, researchers, translators, and other experts. Membership to SAFREA includes access to workshops, training and skills development, administrative support and other benefits. Founded in 1999, Safrea promotes the interests of freelance media specialists, working to raise their professional standing and to make working as a freelancer more rewarding.