Marseille 2007
| Abstract #304 - Prevention of STDs/HIV/AIDS among recruits through peer educators | ||||
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Session: 6.86: Posters A (Poster) on Monday in Chaired by Authors: Presenting Author: Mr William Ochira - Positive mens union ( Uganda ), Uganda |
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| Additional Authors: Mr William Ochira, | ||||
| Aim: Increase knowledge of STDs/HIV/AIDS prevention among recruits Increase male involvement in the fight against HIV/AIDS Reduce risky behaviours among recruits | ||||
| Method / Issue: Issues;The project targeted military recruits because they are youth(18-23) years. Over 50% of the population of Uganda is below the age of 23 .Since recruits come from all corners of the country, they would be sources of accurate information on STDs/HIV/AIDS prevention to their communities when they go back; thus a powerful multiplier effect on prevention. | ||||
| Results / Comments: The project was to enable recruits in 10 selected units gain knowledge and skills on STDs/HIV/AIDS prevention using peer education services. A sentisation workshop for senior officers was conducted; a needs assessment for recruits was carried out;1200 peer educatorsand 50 trainers were trained. Topics included; reproduction,family planning,STDs/HIV/AIDS;communication | ||||
| Discussion: Lessons Learnt;Peer education can be an effective and popular method of STDS/HIV/AIDS prevention in a big population and involving key decision makers from the start is paramount in implementing projects in autocratic and closed institutions. NB.I need a scholarship to facilitate my attendance | ||||
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