What are health and social associations?

Health associations

A health association is a group formed by people who are suffering from or are concerned about a common physical or mental health problem.

Health associations seek to inform and educate others on the problem and to provide support and advocacy services for those who are directly affected by the condition and their families.

For a list of health associations, see our directory.

Social associations

A social association is a non-profit organization of people who are concerned about a common social issue and strive to promote social solidarity.

Social associations seek to inform and educate others on their particular issue, in addition to supporting those who are affected and carrying out concrete actions in their community.

For a list of social associations, see our directory.