This Women’s Month we launch the I Am campaign: Promoting and celebrating Female Empowerment by proudly claiming the fundamental human rights of all South African Women.
Powerful, self-affirming statements like “I am In Control” and “I am Free” drive the key Marie Stopes ethos of Empowering Women to take control of their futures by providing knowledge and services for women’s sexual and reproductive health.
Let’s be honest, many of us can’t even conceive of a world without smartphones and the reason for this- social media!… Read More
We absolutely love how Shuga wastes no time- episode 1 and the show is already addressing the gender stereotypes in society. We are introduced to Reggie, a gifted graffiti artist, who seems to have a strained relationship with his father. Reggie raises the issue of the gender roles that society imposes on us. … Read More
“MTV Shuga” is a long-running drama series and multimedia campaign that follows the lives of young people on the African continent. … Read More
You might be thinking that there’s so much information out there about HIV and AIDS, that surely everyone must know the facts by now.… Read More
The 20th of November marks Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), observed annually to honour the memory of those lost to violence against transgender people.… Read More
As today is International Nurse’s Day, we thought we would take the time to show some appreciation to these superheroes. Marie Stopes’ centres are set around a model where our nurses are the heart of the healthcare that we provide. … Read More
In South Africa, we cannot talk about abortion providers without talking about Dr. Eddie Mhlanga, a man who has inspired and mentored many of South Africa’s abortion providers.… Read More
Today, we continue with the build up to Abortion Provider Appreciation day (10 March) and take into account that it is International Women’s Day so we see it fit that we celebrate a phenomenal woman, Professor Elna McIntosh. … Read More
As we approach Abortion Provider Appreciation day on the 10th Of March, we would like to celebrate some of the medical heroes who are working to provide safe abortion care for South African women.… Read More
When last did you meet someone who isn’t on social media? These days, practically everyone is using social networks, be it Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram or many others. It’s great for connecting with friends and loved ones, and for sharing all those loved-up pics of you and your mate. But what happens when you go through a breakup, and it’s time to detangle your life from your ex’s – both IRL (in real life) and online?… Read More
Despite our liberal constitution that protects the rights and personal safety of all its citizens, South Africa still has very high levels of violence against women and children. Each year, the 16 Days of Activism campaign aims to raise awareness around the abuse of women and children, educating people in order to help bring an end to this violence.… Read More
Every year in South Africa, the 16 Days of Activism campaign takes place to raise awareness about gender-based violence and violence against women and children. The aim of the campaign is to highlight abuse, challenge perpetrators to change their behaviour, and bring high-level governmental commitment to ending it. The campaign also aims to raise awareness among young boys and men in the home, and to highlight the stories of survivors.… Read More
There’s nothing sexier than a confident man, and confidence comes from knowing you’re free from infections and practicing responsible sexual behaviour.
This Women’s Day, we’re celebrating 20 years of freedom and democracy in South Africa: 20 years of equal rights, and 20 years of empowering women through education and the right to choose.… Read More
What’s the best thing about part of our rainbow nation? There are loads of reasons to be proudly South African, but the top reasons for us are freedom of choice, freedom of thought, and the freedom to love whomever we like.… Read More
At Marie Stopes South Africa, we strive to give women in South Africa control over their own health and fertility without fear of stigma, coercion or violence.… Read More
Marie Stopes South Africa joins millions around the globe in mourning the loss of one of the world’s most respected leaders, Nelson Mandela.… Read More
This week Marie Stopes South Africa launched its first television advertising campaign, “I work at Marie Stopes.”… Read More
