Welcome to the AIDS Council of South Australia Inc. (ACSA) website...

ACSA is the peak organisation responding to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in South Australia.

The global AIDS epidemic is the worst public health crisis the world has ever seen. In little more than 25 years, over 60 million people have been infected and over 20 million people have died. In Australia, our quick and effective public health response has ensured that infection rates remain amongst the lowest in the world. However, successful prevention programmes are crucial if we are to continue to contain the epidemic.

The network of AIDS Councils around Australia has been an important part of Australia’s community-based response and here at ACSA we continue to focus on awareness and prevention activities aimed at the groups most at risk as well as the wider community.

In this site you’ll find general information about HIV/AIDS, specific information for members of affected communities, links to resources, updates on ACSA activities and events, and opportunities for you to participate and contribute to our vision of “a future free of HIV”.

About HIV/AIDS

The Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV) is a blood borne virus which can lead to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). Find out more about HIV/AIDS, get answers to some Frequently Asked Questions and view our HIV/AIDS resources. 

Gay Men’s Health (GMH)

GMH provides information and services for gay and other same sex attracted men in South Australia including the Man2Man Information Line, counselling and regular workshops and events. GMH also produce HotNews, a regular web and email news service.

SA Voice for IV Education (SAVIVE)

SAVIVE provides information and services to the injecting drug user community in South Australia and works to promote better health for people who inject drugs, their families and the broader community.

SA Sex Industry Network (SIN)

SIN provides information and services to sex workers in South Australia and aims to support the current high standards of sexual health in the SA sex industry.

Information & Awareness

Our information and awareness activities include the Darling House Community Library, a monthly Current Awareness Service, Publications and Media Releases and Resources. We also provide speakers for community groups and students.

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