South Africa
An important part of the AIDS ministry in South Africa is the work amongst youth.
Young people in South Africa are one of the groups most affected by HIV & AIDS. Many children and teens are growing up in households or institutions (often as orphans) that are burdened by this disease.
They are confronted with the problem but have no way to cope with it. Therefore, training young people from communities where HIV & AIDS are serious issues is key.
This training focuses not only on the subject of HIV prevention and treatment, but also morality and character formation. The team is also involved in training in universities, community groups and churches as well as conducting weekly life skills and HIV & AIDS prevention programmes in schools.