Good practice examples from India
A job aid for cadres supporting adolescents living with HIV (ages 15-19) in Orphans and Vulnerable
Children (OVC) Programs
The National AIDS Control Council (NACC) continues to strengthen partnerships with all stakeholders in the response to HIV and AIDS in Kenya. While recognizing that there is no single preventive approach to reverse the spread of HIV, the faith sector comprising of Faith Communities (FCs) a...nd Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs) have demonstrated sustained motivation and moral authority with resources and outreach capability to significantly reduce new HIV infections. In addition, they have the power to influence policy changes to address societal, cultural and structural factors that impede individuals’ capacity to prevent HIV infection. According to Kenya Demographic Health Survey (2014), over 97% of the Kenya population was reported to ascribe to religious affiliation.
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An international field study by African and German theologicans and health workers.
This Manual takes into account those lessons to improve and maintain high quality services. It is aligned with updated recommendations on infection prevention and control -- a foundation for all health care services. Voluntary medical male circumcision for HIV prevention programs also afford a uniqu...e opportunity to reach Africa’s rapidly expanding population of adolescents boys, as well as men, with messages and services that may have life-long effect on their health and well-being.
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· Relevant interventions
· HIV country profiles
· Adolescents country profiles