Behavior Change Communication (BCC) in HIV/AIDS

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  • Select activity This two-week programme provides participants with...

    This two-week programme provides participants with the tools and knowledge to design and implement effective behavior change communication (BCC) strategies for HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention. Participants will learn to address stigma, promote dialogue, and advocate for care and support services. The programme also emphasizes skills in communication, peer education, and managing HIV/AIDS-related issues in the workplace and communities.

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    Target Audience

    • Peer Educators
    • HIV/AIDS Programme Leaders
    • Managers in Government, Private Sector, and Parastatals
    • Civil Society Leaders at Local, National, and Regional Levels
    • Politicians and Policy Makers
    • Trainers in HIV/AIDS and Management Programmes
    • Programme Officers of Donor-Funded HIV/AIDS Programmes
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    Announcements Forum
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  Week 1

  • Select activity Foundations of Behavior Change Communication

    

    Foundations of Behavior Change Communication Lesson

    Monday:

    • Introduction to Behavior Change Communication
      • What is BCC?
      • Framework for BCC Design

    Tuesday:

    • Advocacy and Stakeholder Involvement
      • Engaging Stakeholders for Effective HIV/AIDS Awareness
      • Identification and Segmentation of Target Populations

    Wednesday:

    • Formative Assessments for BCC
      • Data Gathering and Target Population Profiles
      • Developing BCC Strategies and Support Materials

    Thursday:

    • Implementation and Cross-Cutting Issues
      • Strategies for Effective Programme Rollout
      • Monitoring and Evaluating BCC Programmes

    Friday:

    • Excursion:
      Visit to an HIV/AIDS advocacy organization or community project to observe real-world BCC strategies in action.
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  Week 2

  • Select activity Advanced Applications in HIV/AIDS Awareness and Management

    

    Advanced Applications in HIV/AIDS Awareness and Management Lesson

    Monday:

    • Peer Education and Facilitation Skills
      • Roles and Responsibilities of Peer Educators
      • Planning and Conducting Educational Events

    Tuesday:

    • HIV/AIDS Transmission and Prevention
      • Understanding Transmission and Risk Factors
      • Condom Use, Demonstration, and Negotiation Skills

    Wednesday:

    • Stigma and Discrimination in HIV/AIDS
      • Addressing Stigma and Promoting Human Rights
      • Gender, Culture, and Attitudinal Impacts

    Thursday:

    • Managing HIV/AIDS in the Workplace and Community
      • Workplace Privacy and Confidentiality
      • Action Planning for Workplace and Community Initiatives

    Friday:

    • Excursion:
      Tour a healthcare facility or advocacy group to engage with professionals and stakeholders addressing HIV/AIDS challenges.