Higher Health SA
@higherhealth.ac.za
HIGHER HEALTH is a national entity that works on behalf of the Department of Higher Education and Training(DHET) and under the governance of Universities South Africa (USAf). It partners the South African College of Principals Organisation (SACPO), 26 public universities and 50 technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges across South Africa. HIGHER HEALTH is dedicated to promoting the health and wellbeing of nearly two million students in the post-school education system. Our structures, implementing programmes, campaigns and a wide spectrum of health, wellness and psychosocial services cover over 420 campus sites, and rural, informal and urban settings across all 52 districts. The organisation achieves its goals in partnership with allied government departments, UN agencies, development agencies, the private sector and civil society organisations across South Africa. It operates through 70 district-based offices, three regional offices (based in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town) and a national office in Centurion.
Higher Health SA's Company Logos
Higher Health SA's Brand Colors
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#33A7B5
Pelorous
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Mine Shaft
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About Higher Health SA
Higher Health South Africa is a brand that focuses on mitigating the impact of COVID-19 in the South African Post School Education and Training (PSET) sector. They offer various products and services to enable the effective functioning of the sector and manage the risks of COVID-19. Their main focus areas include Sexual Reproductive Health, HIV/TB/STIs, Gender-Based Violence, Mental Health, Disability, and LGBTQI issues.
They also address the challenges related to alcohol and drug abuse prevention, peer-to-peer education, and curriculum integration. To achieve their objectives, Higher Health South Africa develops guidelines, protocols, and minimum standards for the PSET sector. They provide capacity development and skills transfer to staff and students, establish COVID-19 screening stations, and implement social behavior change campaigns.
Their efforts aim to mitigate the social impact of COVID-19 and address issues related to Gender-Based Violence, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse within the PSET system. By doing so, they contribute to the development of graduate competencies while ensuring the well-being of students and staff
Company type
Nonprofit
Year founded
2000
Company size
51-200 employees
