New FASD research reveals differences in the support networks surrounding pregnant women in South Africa
Pregnant women living in urban and rural communities may be navigating very different support systems, according to new research by AWARE.org, with urban respondents far more likely to identify a lack of partner support as a key challenge, while rural…
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a community challenge, not simply a maternal issue
South Africa’s response to alcohol harm during pregnancy is failing to translate awareness into meaningful behaviour change, according to new research released by AWARE.org examining the realities driving Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
The 2026 Sober Pregnancies Report, commissioned by the…
Building on the momentum of its Power campaign launched during Women’s Month, Aware.org is urging South Africans to move beyond celebration and commit to lasting change. The campaign seeks to rally the nation to transform awareness into advocacy, reinforcing the message that empowerment is not a moment - it’s a movement.
Every woman…
As South Africans celebrate love and connection this Valentine's Day, AWARE.org is shifting the focus beyond romance to highlight the vital role of family support in shaping young people's choices. With growing concerns around underage drinking, peer pressure and often harsh lived realities, the organisation is calling on parents and caregivers to play an active…