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DOCN M94A2021
TI The role of people with AIDS (PWA) group in HIV/AIDS prevention
strategies.
DT 9412
AU Otolok-Tanga E; AIDS Support Organization (TASO), Kampala, Uganda.
SO Int Conf AIDS. 1994 Aug 7-12;10(1):399 (abstract no. PD0202). Unique
Identifier : AIDSLINE ICA10/94370554
AB ISSUE: PWA have a leading role to play in HIV/AIDS prevention
strategies. This role has successfully emerged to facilitate campaigns
of AIDS programme. PROJECT: The model of PWA was recognised and
instituted in 1987 at TASO. At the initial stages PWA were to share
personal experiences and fellowship at the day centre. METHOD:
Reviewing, analysing and observation of TASO programmes; interviews and
group focus discussions; participation in workshops and conferences.
RESULTS: Over the years, more PWA have got involved in activities
related to AIDS work. Their role in influencing behaviour change,
reducing stigma and counselling within institutions, communities and the
nation at large has become well recognised. Their role has expanded to
include: peer education; adhoc AIDS awareness through music and drama;
facilitating education work; propagating safer sex; contribution to
programme activities by drawing from their own needs and facilitating
programme appraisals and Research. CONCLUSION: PWA are a great potential
in the fight against HIV/AIDS and are a significant factor in the
process of behaviour change and prevention strategies should
increasingly involve them. The Role of PWA in influencing Policies,
interventions and practices cannot be underestimated.
DE Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/*PREVENTION & CONTROL/
PSYCHOLOGY/TRANSMISSION *Developing Countries *Health Education Human
HIV Infections/*PREVENTION & CONTROL/PSYCHOLOGY/TRANSMISSION Knowledge,
Attitudes, Practice *Self-Help Groups Sex Education Sick Role Uganda
MEETING ABSTRACT
SOURCE: National Library of Medicine. NOTICE: This material may be
protected by Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.Code).