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If I kept it to myself I have contributed towards the publication of a booklet called ‘Let’s talk about HIV and AIDS’, distributed in Namibian schools. Currently we are busy with a treatment literacy programme. I have been behind the role out of Antiretrovirals in Namibia and believe access to all who need it, should have it. Equity is the principal. The potential for and power of involving PLWHA-including children is recognised but largely unrealised. It is unfortunate that HIV and AIDS has the face of poverty and especially of women and young girls. In Namibia some Ministers, top officials and business people who are HIV positive can prolong their lives because they have access to good medical schemes. I call on them to come out in the public to help fight the disease. Born: 1974 Country: Namibia Organisations: Lironga Eparu, (National Association of PLWHA) Campaigns for: universal and free access to ARV, positive living for PLWHA 94
Young women intervene in a world with AIDS TOOL BOX Start an Organisation This is one of the most powerful ways to effect change and improve conditions in your community. If you want to start an organisation, chances are you have already identified an area in which you feel there is a growing need, but what next? You can • Start a club, a youth group or support group as an effective channel to empower women in your community • Start an organisation with friends or peers who have the same passion as you do • If you cannot find people motivated to start an organisation with you remember you can start on your own and encourage others in the process. Founding members An important first step is to identify and bring together the founding members of your organisation. Keep it initially small. Some qualities to look for are people who you: • Would like to work with • Can learn from and share experiences • Know will listen to you and also voice their opinions • Have a common goals and visions with • Know will have the relevant technical skills that you will require • Can trust and make important decisions on an advisory board. Implement Now that you are ready to start: • Select a name and register your organisation according to the laws of your country, to give you credibility • Get informed - gather as much information on your field as you can • Network - interact with people who could support or partner with you • Decide how often to meet • Select a facilitator for each meeting • Remind each other about the next meeting and the objectives or tasks set out • Set out goals and evaluate your progress consistently. Build membership Promoting your organisation to build the right type of membership is important: • Advertise; in the local paper, radio station, or other media • Word of mouth: tell your friends and family and ask them to tell their friends • Hold open meetings to introduce people to your organisation • Mentor new leadership for succession. 95
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