Transforming lives of the most less privileged

AYAH Organisation established a youth friendly health centre in Mityana district which offers a wide range of youth friendly health services including, HIV Counseling and Testing (HCT), Psychological consultation, Immunization, Family planning services, Antenatal care, diagnosis and treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).

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AYAH Uganda

What we do

  • promotion of human rights
  • HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns
  • provide comprehensive sex education programs
  • encourage activities of self-reliance through capacity building of community members in entrepreneurship
  • adolescents and youth empowerment

Who We Are

Alliance for Youths and Adolescents Health (AYAH) Organization is a community based organization based in Mityana district. It is legally registered as a CBO in the district under Min.6/DNMC/28/02/2018 of the district NGO monitoring committee Meeting with a Registration Number. MAA/266/21. Since its inception AYAH Organization has been involved in activities directly targeting adolescents and the youth in the community. The organization is aimed at organizing the youth, adolescents and other vulnerable children under one forum, offering them a platform of co-operation for the promotion of human rights, HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns, equipping them with knowledge and skills in order to proclaim their sexual reproductive health rights through working with peer educators in schools and communities by providing comprehensive sex education programs. And encourages activities of self-reliance through capacity building of community members in entrepreneurship.

AYAH Organisation established a youth friendly health centre in Mityana district which offers a wide range of youth friendly health services including, HIV Counseling and Testing (HCT), Psychological consultation, Immunization, Family planning services, Antenatal care, diagnosis and treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).

AYAH Organization works with other partners in the district such as the District Health Office and networks of people living with HIV. It has established a strong network of young positives in Mityana and the neighboring districts with the aim of empowering them to overcome stigma, improve treatment adherence, and positive living. This has been a unique intervention that has brought on board the young positives on the campaign to achieve Zero new HIV/AIDS related death, Zero stigma and discrimination, and Zero new HIV transmission.

Vision

A world where youths and adolescents are able to make informed decisions about sexual and reproductive health.

Mission

Empowering the youths and adolescents to proclaim their sexual and reproductive health right through comprehensive sexual education programs

Core Value

A belief that youths and adolescents should make informed decisions about sexuality and reproduction.

Our Goal

To empower youths and adolescents with knowledge and skills in order to proclaim their sexual reproductive rights.

Alliance for Youths and Adolescents Health (AYAH) Organization Virtual Workshop: Integrating Mental Health Support for People Living with HIV (PLHIV)

The Alliance for Youths and Adolescents Health (AYAH) Organization is hosting a virtual workshop during AIDS 2024, dedicated to enhancing holistic care for people living with HIV (PLHIV) by integrating mental health support. This event addresses the critical intersection of HIV/AIDS and mental health through innovative strategies and collaborative efforts.

Event Date : 10th/August/2024

Time            :  2:00 pm to 5: 00 pm, East African time

Agenda Highlights:

  • Welcome Session 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm:

Introduction and overview by AYAH Representatives.

  • Panel Discussion (2:15 pm – 3:00 pm :

Topics: Stigma, trauma, and psychological well-being of PLHIV.

Panelists: Dr. Akora G. William  (HIV/AIDS Psychiatry Specialist), Nakiranda Joan (Peer Support Counselor, ), and Mutegeki Adolf (Public Health Advocate).

  • Interactive Workshops (3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Focus: Trauma-informed care approaches, reducing stigma in healthcare settings, and case studies on integrating mental health services into HIV care.

Facilitated by healthcare professionals and counselors.

  • Networking Break (3:45 pm – 4:00 pm

Virtual breakout rooms for idea exchange and collaboration.

  • Peer Support Presentation (4:00 pm – 4:45 pm:

Effective peer support models and community-driven initiatives

  • Closing Remarks (4:45 – 5:00 UTC):

Summary of key insights and actionable steps for implementation.

Mission:

To enhance the well-being of PLHIV by integrating mental health support into HIV care, promoting a holistic approach to health.

Key Objectives:

  • Raise awareness of mental health challenges among PLHIV.
  • Provide practical strategies for integrating mental health support into HIV care.
  • Foster partnerships and community involvement.
  • Enhance mental health services to improve health outcomes and quality of life for PLHIV.

Join us in this crucial dialogue to support holistic care for people living with HIV, empowering communities and fostering better health outcomes

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