Women who use drugs often face stigma and discrimination when accessing services and support. Community awareness helps challenge stigma and discrimination against women who use drugs and promotes a better understanding of harm reduction. #Amaqhawekazi #HarmReduction

Stigma and discrimination can make it difficult for women who use drugs to access healthcare and other essential services. Supportive and non-judgemental spaces can help change this. Read Qhawekazi’s story: nacosa.org.za/qhawekazis-jou…

Sexual and reproductive health services are available free at clinics or health mobiles. You have a right to get these services at clinics or hospitals no matter your age, status or ability to pay. Find a clinic near you: bwisehealth.com/ClinicFinder #MyJourney

When women who use drugs can access healthcare without judgement, they have more opportunities to improve their health, rebuild relationships and participate in their communities. ow.ly/5WII50ZZejv #HIVPrevention #WomensHealthMatters

No woman should face stigma when seeking healthcare. Through the Amaqhawekazi Programme, Puleng found healthcare, harm reduction services and peer support in a safe, women-only space. Read her story: ow.ly/U5LQ50ZYXsH #WomensHealthMatters @ViiVHC

Through Spray for Change, Tsakane Baloyi is helping young people learn spray-painting skills that can help them earn a living and build a better future. #YouthEmpowerment

On 13 October, Kalvanya Padayachee and Yolaan Andrews from NACOSA joined harm reduction experts at a meeting hosted by @TBHIVCare Care to discuss the establishment of an Overdose Prevention Site in South Africa. #HarmReduction

Knowing your body and getting checked is a powerful act of self-care. Get free sexual and reproductive health services at clinics, hospitals, safe spaces or health mobiles. Learn more about the services available to you: ow.ly/VrVz50ZXspQ #MyJourney #MyChoice #MyVoice

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆. 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲. 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲. If you struggle to access women’s health services or believe your health rights have been violated, report it at bwisehealth.com #MyJourney #MyChoice #MyVoice

NACOSA has been engaging with @GlobalFund's Office of the Inspector General as part of the review of grant cycles 6 and 7, reaffirming our commitment to good governance, accountability, transparency and responsible grant management. #EndAIDS #ItTakesAVillage

Needle and Syringe Programmes are an evidence-based way to reduce HIV and hepatitis C transmission among people who inject drugs and link them to healthcare. Explore the evidence and recommendations in our new policy brief: ow.ly/6X5L50ZWO0j #HarmReduction

Breasts come in different shapes and sizes. Get to know what is normal for you, so you can notice when something changes. Most breast changes are not cancer, but any new or unusual change should be checked by a healthcare professional. #MyJourney #MyChoice #MyVoice

The Social Employment Fund round 4 has helped connect people with information, services and skills that support healthier, safer communities and stronger livelihoods. Round 4 has laid the foundation. Now we are ready for Round 5! #WorkForTheCommonGood #SEF

You have the right to access sexual and reproductive health services and to be treated with dignity and respect. Find a safe space: myjourney.org.za/ #MyJourney #MyVoice #MyChoice

My Journey Safe Spaces offer free sexual and reproductive health services. Services include contraceptives, emergency contraception, screening and treatment for STIs, pregnancy testing and care, cervical and breast health and HIV testing. myjourney.org.za/

In Round 4 of the SEF programme, NACOSA and implementing partners provided information on HIV, TB and STI prevention to 51,365 people and information on gender-based violence (GBV) to 47,651 people through community awareness activities. @IDCSouthAfrica #SEF

Organisations supporting survivors and working to prevent GBV need funding to continue their work. Support or fund a GBVF programme in your community. ow.ly/acAW50ZQsbs #EndGBVF

Young women and girls have highlighted the value of the supportive staff, quality services and welcoming environment that Safe Spaces provide. When they feel comfortable and respected, they are more likely to access the support and services they need. nacosa.org.za/safe-spaces-wo…

When young men come together, they create space for honest conversations about the issues that affect their lives and communities.

The Prevention for Brothers Programme helps boys and young men learn about HIV, understand their prevention options and make informed choices. This can support healthier relationships and help reduce the impact of HIV on women and girls.