Learn about CAHSICS
Who we are, why we exist and the people we aim to support.
Go to About →Collective Against Health and Social Ills in Communities
Understand risks.
Prevent harm.
Find the right help.
CAHSICS is an educational community website. We explain health and social topics in simple language, guide people toward safer next steps and help them find appropriate services.
A major concern in South Africa
Violence is never acceptable.
Everyone deserves safety, dignity and support. Learn what gender-based violence can look like, how to respond safely and where to ask for help.
CAHSICS offers guidance and referral. We are not an emergency, police, clinical, legal or shelter service.
Start here
A simple website that helps you find what you need.
Choose one area below. Each page gives a short explanation and a clear next step.
See how we work
Our community-centred approach explained in five easy steps.
See Our Approach →Explore health topics
Choose one of the four CAHSICS focus areas and learn more.
View Focus Areas →Our four focus areas
Health and social challenges are connected.
We organise the work into four clear pillars so information is easier to explore.
Trauma, Violence & Injury
Safer people, families, schools and communities.
Explore Pillar 1 →Communicable Diseases
Prevention knowledge, less stigma and early help-seeking.
Explore Pillar 2 →Non-Communicable Diseases
Practical support for healthier everyday choices.
Explore Pillar 3 →Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health
Healthier families, development, inclusion and safety.
Explore Pillar 4 →CAHSICS provides community education, prevention support, guidance and referral. We do not replace emergency, clinical, legal or statutory services.