“We need to place the human being at the core of our drogue policies”

The Future of Multilateral Drug Policy: Reform or Status Quo? https://youtu.be/9jzXJ5cNiZo
@globalcdp

#COVID19AlertSA puts user privacy at the forefront of its design and has established strict guidelines to ensure that privacy is safeguarded, in line with best practice internationally.

South Africa is a place that is rich in cultural diversity. As part of embracing this vibrant heritage, we will be posting content in some of the country's official languages this week. Look out for these tweets!

Deputy Minister Ms @HendriettaZ hands over personal protective equipment to the community in Mkhambathini, KZN.

Eastern Cape #MenSector is inviting you to a Zoom Men’s Dialogue under the theme ‘Women, Gender Non-Conforming and Men’s as Partners in Addressing #GBVF, #MensHealth & Restoration of the Family Nucleus.’
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4965507277?pwd=NjYzTzJ5RkNrTVcydGgraGVPaXZtZz09

Meeting ID: 496 550 7277
Passcode: #GBV

The intention of the village to village initiative is to highlight the urgency and importance of Tribal Authorities in rural communities and the continued functioning of these offices as well as structures within a COVID-19 pandemic.

JOIN our North West #YouthSector Consultation Webinar this Thursday via Zoom to engage.

You can DM us your questions ahead of the event. #SANACCSFYouthSector

#StandWithYolanda is simple demonstration of what every #HUMANRIGHTS advocate should do. As @SMYN_Ndorondoro we stand firm with Yolanda. Sometimes the Law is Unjust to ordinary people. In this case of Yolanda, the Law is against Justice. We can only say #SiesRhodesUniversity

Our Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program is back. Applications are open till Sep 30 for the 2021 cohort! Tune in to @LesediFM 📻 @ 15h45 where our Cultural Affairs Officer Kiera Emmons will speaking to @LediSosky & @Thibos_Mokone on #ReaKubeletsa Channel 806 on DSTV

[From our archive] Art history: The fight for HIV treatment in 11 iconic #protest posters. http://bit.ly/2C7dDrE

08 September 2020

Media Advisory

DEPUTY MINISTER BOGOPANE-ZULU LEADS A ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSSION ON   FOETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY IN ORANGE FARM
#FASDAwarenessDay
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @gpgSocDev

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL They do a great job all by themselves by killing women

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL Especially girls living with Disabilities in the Rural areas of Nqamakwe in Eastern Cape

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @UNAIDS_ZAF @WHOSouthAfrica @UNFPASA @HealthZA @TBHIVCare @NACOSANet @Bhekisisa_MG @HealtheNews @MzikaziNduna @HigherHealthSA In the Dusty Rural areas of Nqamakwe in Eastern Cape young girls and young women are being discriminated against and I Fear suicide if no one comes and Help

It is with such immense sadness that I learn that Rachel Kachaje, Founder and Executive Director of Disabled Women in Africa passed away. Rachel was a leader, a fighter, a former minister,a pioneer, an electrifying speaker and a champion for the rights of women with disabilities.

Not all AGYW has access to sanitary pads, soap,roll on, facecloth,colgate &toothbrush. @PMmbidi @SAJBD @AngelNetworkSA @AMASADirectAid @UNFPASA @gpgSocDev @UNICEF_SA @ViiVHC @CDCSouthAfrica @The_DSD @WestRandHealth @PEPstores_SA @UNAIDS_ZAF @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @USAID_SAfrica @PEPFAR

Harm reduction & COVOD-19 @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @UNAIDS @The_DSD @HealthZA @TBHIVCare

These amazing leading Researchers and Scientists all spoke to is as part of our weekly #COVID19conversations that seek to break down barriers between research & civil society.
Did YOU join us? We would like to hear from you. FILL this survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GLBMHWJ

We are very pleased to be joining @TBHIVCare and @SANPUD_NPO in an event to mark the International Overdose Awareness Day looking at the issues for people who use drugs in the age of COVID-19 #IOAD2020

Today we commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day at Life Recovery Centre Witpoort.

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on 31 August each year that aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths.
@The_DSD

A shout out to Tembelihle Batala from Cape Town who is raising funds for our Kgomotso Care Centre, a centre providing care for sexual and gender-based violence in Rustenburg, South Africa. Show your support: https://bit.ly/2QsnEWr #SGBV

In conclusion #DapivirineRing:

- Women Need Multiple Options
- Woman-initiated technologies are a key component of a comprehensive prevention package
- No one option will suit everyone.

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA @IPMicrobicides @GatesAfrica @theGFF @PATHadvocacy @tibusis

What We Know About Most Favorable Characteristics of to #DapivirineRing Women:

- Potential for HIV risk reduction - Does not alter sexual experience - Continuous use for one month. @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA @IPMicrobicides @GatesAfrica @theGFF @PATHadvocacy @tibusis @RMuganda1

What We Know About #DapivirineRing Acceptability Among men:

- Most did not feel during sex - No impact on sexual pleasure. @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA @IPMicrobicides @GatesAfrica @theGFF @PATHadvocacy

Dr. Thato Chidarikire, Director: HIV Prevention Services, @HealthZA speaking on the next steps for approvals & introduction of #DapivirineRing in SA says the ring has received great approval from @WHO @SAHPRA1 & other regulatory bodies & she doesn't expect any delays.

Sarah Magni from @GenesisAnalytic says recommendations for introducing the #DapivirineRing to healthcare workers, include: Use innovative approach like story-telling and tailor training to create awareness @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @IPMicrobicides @HealthZA

"We will not rest until all women have access to the #DapivirineRing" says Yvette Raphael, Programme Manager, @AfNHi_Tweets @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA @PATHadvocacy @IPMicrobicides @gatesfoundation @GatesAfrica @theGFF @WHOAFRO

#DapivirineRing is the first discrete, long-acting, HIV-prevention product designed specifically for women. This ring, which was developed by non-profit @IPMicrobicides is designed to help reduce women’s HIV risk during vaginal sex. @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA @apha_sa @GatesAfrica

"Ensuring women & girls have access to HIV prevention services has always been critical, and developments in research and innovation are ensuring that progress is being made to protect women against HIV," @LindaGailBekker Deputy Director @DTHF_SA #AfricaInnovates #DapivirineRing

Leonard Solai, Snr Director, External Affairs at @IPMicrobicides says the European Medicines Agency (EMA), gave approval for the use of the #DapivirineRing for HIV prevention in women in high HIV burden settings - a landmark for women’s HIV prevention initiatives. @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

"Although new HIV infections are declining overall, biology & gender inequities make women more susceptible to infection than men," - Prof
@LindaGailBekker Deputy Director, @DTHF_SA

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA #AfricaInnovates #WomensMonth2020 #WomensMonth2020 #DapivirineRing

No single HIV prevention method will meet the needs of all people at risk, so a range of options is needed for individuals to protect themselves and to curb the HIV epidemic. @DTHF_SA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @HealthZA #AfricaInnovates #WomensMonth2020 #WomensMonth2020 #DapivirineRing

Happy birthday Cde DD @DDMabuza @PresidencyZA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

Webinar this Thursday, August 27. Please circulate and join the conversation on the #dapivirinering

Register here: http://bit.ly/3lezUrJ

#africainnovates #womensmonth2020 #WomensMonth2020 #SRHR #HIV

Acc to @HealthZA, 1.3 million patients (repres. 26% of the total), had been switched to #dolutegravir by Aug 2020. @PlhivSector @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CsfSanac @PHMSA1 @HastSig @ChapsFor @iasociety @LindaGailBekker @SAHIVSoc @DTHF_SA @DrZweliMkhize @russ421 @HealthGAP @HealthJusticeIn

A webinar introducing the dapivirine vaginal ring will be hosted in partnership with @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL, South African National Department of Health, The Desmond Tutu Foundation, & South African Health Technologies Advocacy Coalition.
Date: 27 Aug
Join: https://bit.ly/3aOc1CP

#BWiseHealth: Make the decision that's right for you! - go to the transformed zero-rated B-Wise website. Health at your fingertips!👋 .Healthy life begins with making informed health descions.@ygpillay @HealthZA @BWiseHealth @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @KanyaNdaki @loveLifeNGO @Bhekisisa_MG

Out with the old and in with the new!

We care about you and your future which is why we’re upgrading B-Wise. A fresher, sexier website is on its way to you so make sure you join us this Tues (Aug 25) to explore the website and its features!

#HealthAtYourFingertips
#BWiseBeSexy

Check out the new B-Wise brand launching 25 August 2020! >>>http://www.bwisehealth.com
There are prizes to be won! Go on, share, comment, like this post!

@BWiseHealth @Healthza @loveLifeNGO @SheConquersSA
@SoulCitySA @myPrEP_SA @MTVShuga

Limiting harm reduction & HIV prevention to ppl who inject drugs is like providing condoms to ppl only after they've lost their virginity. @GlobalFund @CDCgov @UNAIDS @UNODC @WHO @INPUD @TBHIVCare @Bhekisisa_MG @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @OSFKasia @wolfenyc @julianbuchanan @globalcdp

Laws that criminalize same-sex sexual relations undermine the basic human rights of LGBTI people and increase their vulnerability to HIV.

LGBTI rights are human rights. They must be protected.

Did you know?

HIV self-testing kits allow you to test in the comfort of your own space and your results are 100% private.

#HIV
#WomensMonth
#WomensMonth2020

@SoulCity_SA
@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

107 year old Jakoba Jaar had her first ever mammograms today!
#womensmonth2020 #IAMGenerationEquality
@PinkDrive @The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @NCProvGov @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

Show your support today!

I'm joined by MEC for Social Development in the @NCProvGov MEC Nontobeko Vilakazi. @PinkDrive
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

Retired ConCourt Justice EdwinCameron, a long-time activist for #HIV issues, says its important for individuals to have control over privacy of results because of #stigma. @PlhivSector @HealthJusticeIn @iasociety @HIV_Insight @UNAIDS_ZAF @Winnie_Byanyima @MedicalBriefZA @SOPHUWC

One worker says they repeatedly explained 2 the diplomats it's against the law. @DTHF_SA @ChapsFor @TBHIVCare @SUhealthsci @PHMSA1 @PSAM_AFRICA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @LindaGailBekker @KerrinBegg @SAHIVSoc @kerrycullinan11 @COVID_19_ZA @WitsSPH @DrZweliMkhize @russ421 @_HassanF @elna_s

I'll heading to the Pofadder community Centre.

This campaign seeks to create awareness, provide education and render health-related services to community members in Pofadder.
#IamGenerationEquality #earlydetection
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @NorthernCapeSA @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

If you're living with HIV, here are some steps you can take to stay healthy during #COVID19.

#StaySafe

Dimakatso Sebidi,
Born intersex. Says there is nothing wrong with being born intersex.
She revisits the pain and trauma of the corrective surgery she had to endure for the first 6 years of her life. Corrective surgery isn't the answer, rather acceptance.
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA

Myth: Male circumcision prevents HIV.

Fact: Male circumcision does not prevent HIV. It only cuts down the risk of getting HIV infection.

Check out more myths and facts about HIV in this article: http://bit.ly/2GUtqKX

#HIV

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

South Africa moved to alert level 2 of the lockdown today allowing easing of more restrictions including travelling between provinces. As you go about your business, remember to take precautions to reduce your risk of infection because the #COVID-19 pandemic is still with us.

HIV has gone from a death sentence to a manageable chronic disease. ....... We live with it, we host it in our bodies but we are in control.... Never let it define you... Ibamhle dust yourself up show it who's capable 😍😍❤️❤️ #Snapfilter Goddess 😍😍❤️❤️😩

Spreading the message 'Early detection saves lives'

The PinkDrive outreach we had in Hammanskraal.
#GenerationEquality
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @PinkDrive @Rand_Water

The U.S. government 🇺🇸 & @USAfricaCommand have delivered approximately R5.9 million worth of #COVID19 masks, gloves, medical gowns & sanitizing supplies to @HealthZA. All bound for GP, WC, EC, & KZN, where it will benefit front-line health workers 👩🏿‍⚕️👨🏿‍⚕️🩺. #COVID19SA 🇿🇦

I have partnered with the @sa_lottery , and will be virtually handing over 17 Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres to communities in the North West Province as part of Women’s month activities.
#GenerationEquality
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @sa_lottery

Join us tomorrow for final webinar focusing on advocacy for menstrual health!

To RSPV send an email with your name and organisation to: SexRightsAfricaNetwork@aids.org.za

#Webinar

Virtual Mpumalanga #BoysAssembly aims to create a platform for young boys to discuss social ills, their role in creating safe and crime free environment, curbing the spread of #GBV and #HIV. #BoysChampioningChange

@EducationofHop1 Executive Director @PMmbidi doing what she does best! Advocating for HIV &TB patients to stay adherent to their treatment. Thank you for your leadership. @SAJBD @AngelNetworkSA @CDCSouthAfrica @USAID_SAfrica @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @gpgSocDev @WestRandHealth @UNAIDS_ZAF

Thank you Nkxosi Mahlangu for the gift.
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa

#DramaAlert:
@DREAMS_TAA Ep: 12: #PositiveLiving

We highlight the importance of knowing one’s #HIV status & taking #arvs.

@HigherHealthSA #FutureBeats @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @loveLifeNGO

Listen in English - https://soundcloud.com/user-269401870/dreams-taa-episode-12-positive-living-english

Listen in isiZulu https://soundcloud.com/user-269401870/dreams-drama-episode-12-isizulu

Early detection saves lives!
I'm in Sokhulumi Village in Bronkhorspruit leading the PinkDrive campaign in partnership with Rand Water.
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @gpgSocDev @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @TakuwaniRiime @Rand_Water

@The_DSD is committed to strengthening families, empowering women and educating both men and women about cancer. This, in return, should help to prevent the spread of cancer and afford South Africans a chance to lead a healthy family life.
@OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL

@SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @TheAgenda_SABC @SABCNews @GlobalFund @HealthZA @SAgovnews @NACOSANet @aids_sa @BeyondZeroSA @DDMabuza @PresidencyZA @HealtheNews @Bhekisisa_MG @CivilSociety_SA This is good news. Please support organisations serving the most vulnerable & marginalised members of our communities. @EducationofHop1 young women are at the centre of the fight against HIV, TB, STIS and Covid-19 pandemics. @PMmbidi @SAJBD @CDCSouthAfrica @gpgSocDev

The @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL has raised concerns over the possibility of an increase in #HIV and #TB cases post the #COVID19Pandemic. It says the #coronavirus has severely compromised its HIV, TB and Malaria programmes. #SABCNews

The @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL has welcomed the Global Fund's grant of over R600-million towards the fight against #COVID19inSA. SANAC says the grant - to be received by qualifying NPOs - will strengthen HIV and TB programmes during the pandemic. #SABCNews

#WomensDay2020
#IAmFearless

I wasn't born fearless. Life experience taught me to be brave and take the road less travelled.

I'm sharing my most recent fearless moment ... share yours ... each experience is a diamond will help pave the road for others.

#JustDoIt

"I think planet earth is built on the shoulders of women" -Honourable Henrietta Bogopane-Zulu
#IamGenerationEquality

"We need to stand together as a country to effectively address the issues and challenges of gender-based violence" - Coceka Nogoduka
#IamGenerationEquality

What girls experience today will shape their lives as women tomorrow - Muriel Mafico
#IamGenerationEquality

As women we need to acknowledge our differences. The labels we use amongst ourselves divides us.
#womensmonth2020 #IAMGenerationEquality
@The_DSD @OfficialSASSA @nda_rsa @SA_AIDSCOUNCIL @CiplaRSA