Title: Regional HIV / AIDS strategy for East, Central and Southern Africa, 2002-2006.

POPLINE Document Number: 277033

Corporate Author(s):

Commonwealth Regional Health Community Secretariat for East, Central and Southern Africa

Source citation:

Arusha, Tanzania, Commonwealth Regional Health Community Secretariat for East, Central and Southern Africa, 2001. [64] p.

Abstract:

The response to the epidemic by member countries has evolved over time; however, it has not been commensurate with the magnitude of the problem. The responses thus far have been country specific as member states developed national HIV strategies and medium-term plans based on identified priorities. Though the implementation of these plans and strategies is at different stages in the various countries, the need is evident and urgent for a collective regional approach to addressing the HIV/AIDS scourge. This strategy document is the product of several regional consultations involving member states, regional organizations and international partners. It highlights the prevailing situation with regard to HIV/AIDS in the region and the context within which the problem must be addressed. The strategy analyses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges involved. A strategic framework outlining the outputs, activities, indicators, timeframes, monitoring and evaluation is presented. In addition, the financial implications and the estimated cost of scaling up regional HIV/AIDS activities are set. (excerpt)

Keywords:

Africa, Sub Saharan
Progress Report
Evaluation
HIV Positive Persons
Policymakers
HIV Prevention
AIDS Prevention
Health Policy
Political Factors
International Cooperation
Advocacy
Workshops
Africa
Developing Countries
HIV Infections
Viral Diseases
Diseases
Administrative Personnel
Organization and Administration
AIDS
Policy
Communication
Education