Working together for the greater good
Strengthening and improving the healthcare system has been at the heart of what we do since CHIVA’s inception in 2004. Using expert HIV mentors who provided on-site, real-time and practical learning, best practices were shared – most of which remain in use at a hospital level today. We’re as committed now as we were then […]
Making technology work for us
We have designed technology-based resources that: Present healthcare workers with self-development and eLearning tools to supplement the clinical and psychosocial mentorship we provide. Educate children and adolescents on HIV, HIV treatment and the importance of adherence to treatment. Empower caregivers and families with the correct information to support their children in HIV treatment. Provide a […]
Stopping the spread
Our ultimate goal is an AIDS-free generation, and that goal can only be achieved by working with the youth of today. HIV prevention, treatment and care activities must be in line with the needs of the youth if we intend to curb and ultimately stop the transmission of new infections. By listening to and considering […]
Driving home the importance of adhering to treatment
Experience has shown us that HIV treatment and care is most effective when our clients have a healthy support structure at home. We must address any shortfalls in our clients’ family environment and strengthen community services to ensure our clients do not return to ill health in the long term. While the child/adolescent is receiving […]
A model of healthy mentorship
Our blended model of clinical and psychosocial mentorship and teaching is what sets CHIVA apart. By working closely with the Department of Health’s laboratory system, we can identify clients living with advanced HIV. Through real-time, case-by-case monitoring, we ensure children and adolescents living with HIV (our “clients”) receive the proper healthcare they so desperately need. […]
CHIVA AFRICA WELCOMES NEW APPOINTMENT
Dear Friends and Colleagues, CHIVA Africa, established in 2004, has made an enormous impact on the lives of children and young people with HIV in South Africa. Juliet Houghton joined the CHIVA South Africa staff in Durban ten years ago, having previously been one of our specialist nurse volunteers. After fifteen years with us, in […]
ANELE, A STORY OF HOPE
CHIVA has been supporting rural clinics in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa for almost 20 years, transforming the lives of children living with HIV. One of these is baby Anele: this is her story. Anele* was born in February 2022 to Nontobeko*, a Grade 12 learner living with HIV. As a vulnerable adolescent, Nontobeko has very little support […]
Fiona joined the Board at CHIVA Africa in 2019. Fiona studied Law at Oxford University and started her career as a Barrister practicing in Chancery chambers before moving into financial services.
Shaun became a trustee for CHIVA Africa in February 2019. He is a South African qualified lawyer and holds the position of Chief Legal Officer at Cairn Capital, a leading European asset manager.
Dr Mo Archary is a Paediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist at King Edward VIII Hospital, Durban and the University of KwaZulu-Natal: Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine.
Lauren joined the board in 2019, and is a lawyer by training and built a successful legal career in South Africa, specialising in public interest and media law. Lauren has lectured in media law, ethics and public interest law and takes a special interest in furthering the cause of women and those disadvantaged in South Africa.
Dr Moshal is the founder of CHIVA Africa and CHIVA South Africa and has chaired the CHIVA Africa Board of Trustees since its registration as a charity in 2009. Born and raised in South Africa, Karyn graduated in medicine from the University of Cape Town in 1988.