HIVSA empowers individuals, community workers and organisations by developing their capacity and resilience to effectively address socio-economic and health issues in the context of high HIV and AIDS burden with the ultimate vision of creating an HIV free generation.

HIVSA is a not for profit company which was established in 2002 with a full time staff compliment  of over 100 members and is a HWSETA accredited training provider as well as a strategic partner of the Gauteng Provincial Departments of Health and Social Development.

Values
1. HIVSA values and respects all individuals, including staff, donors, participants and partners. HIVSA strives to foster a zero-tolerance environment when it comes to prejudice and discrimination.

2. HIVSA is committed to the highest level of integrity.

3. HIVSA dedicates itself to excellence in order to create concrete change.

4. HIVSA and its staff commit to a shared vision and responsibility for the teamwork that is required to achieve the organisation's goals.

5. HIVSA and its staff are accountable for their actions and areas of responsibility in relation to donors, participants and partners.

6. HIVSA is dedicated to maintaining a culture of communication and transparency, and sharing and learning.

7. HIVSA and its staff work to inspire each other, as well as donors, participants and partners in order to achieve a common vision.

8. HIVSA works in collaborates with various stakeholders including communities, Government and donors to provide a strong support network.

9. HIVSA is a strategic partner of the Gauteng provincial Departments of Health and Social Development as well an accredited training service provider with the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA).