Uniformed Services Programming Guide : A Guide to HIV/AIDS/STI Programming Options for Uniformed Services

This guide provides an overview of HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infection (STI) programming options for uniformed services programme planners. Through its extensive work with uniformed services worldwide, UNAIDS has found that, while many national outfits recognize the need to address HIV/AIDS, many do not have the expertise to do so in a sustainable manner. In this guide, UNAIDS purports that a systematic approach to the epidemic is more effective than an ad hoc approach with a few uncoordinated activities. A programme allows for a framework within which services and activities can be established. It ensures that the response is balanced, that available funds are used to good effect and that the elements are coordinated and work effectively together. The guide presents a vision in which all efforts are focused on inspiring positive behavioural change. Particular emphasis is placed on developing interventions for the largest at-risk population: uniformed service personnel aged 18- 25. This guide is specifically focused on the programming needs of the uniformed services, and includes topics such as establishing and managing an HIV/AIDS/STI programme, substance abuse, gender issues, collaboration with the civilian sector and implementing behavioural change communication strategies.AIDS Staff, Joint United Nations Programme On H. I. V. is the author of 'Uniformed Services Programming Guide : A Guide to HIV/AIDS/STI Programming Options for Uniformed Services', published 2003 under ISBN 9789291732807 and ISBN 929173280X.