Resources : OVC Support--A Global Hub on Children Affected by AIDS

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A study on knowledge, attitudes, practices and beliefs in the context of HIV/AIDS among out of school street based children in Kathmandu and Pokhara

January 1, 2009

This study examines the knowledge, attitudes, practices and beliefs of street-based children in the context of HIV/AIDS. The results clearly demonstrate the high vulnerability of street-based children to HIV/AIDS. The information provides a valuable understanding of the vulnerability and risk behaviours of street-based children which need to be targeted for HIV prevention.

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UNICEF 2009 Progress Report on Children Affected by HIV/AIDS

UNICEF 2009 Progress Report for Children Affected by HIV/AIDS provides an up-to-date summary of the status of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) around the world.

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Zambia Research Situation Analysis on Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children: Country Brief

The Brief analyzes the available data from research carried out between 2004-2008 in Zambia for critical gaps in the national response and our understanding about whether current interventions are fulfilling the needs and improving the lives of vulnerable children in Zambia. The report then recommends actions required to increase the knowledge base for improving the… View Article

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Vietnam Research Situation Analysis on Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children: Country Brief

The Brief analyzes the available data from research carried out between 2004-2008 in Vietnam for critical gaps in the national response and our understanding about whether current interventions are fulfilling the needs and improving the lives of vulnerable children in Vietnam. The report then recommends actions required to increase the knowledge base for improving the… View Article

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Toolkit for Mainstreaming HIV and AIDS in the Education Sector

This toolkit provides resources and support to assess the progress countries have made with respect to HIV and AIDS mainstreaming; to identify entry points and opportunities; and to establish priorities for advocacy and action. It is designed to be used as a reference tool or a resource for training and discussion, depending on the local… View Article

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The Thogomelo Project: Consolidated Report of the Rapid Assessment Phase

This document provides a brief overview of the Rapid Assessment Phase (RAP) utilized by the Thogomelo project. It aims to render the outcomes of the RAP more easily accessible by describing the various activities of the Rapid Assessment Phase, summarizing and consolidating key findings and recommendations, and providing a reference point for evaluating future project… View Article

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The Thogomelo Project: Case study of good practice

“This case study describes the design of an accredited curriculum to meet the psychosocial needs of community caregivers supporting vulnerable children. This work took place between October 2008 and September 2009, during the first year of the Thogomelo Project. This case study is written for anyone concerned about the training of community caregivers in South… View Article

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Stories of Significance: Understanding Change through Community Voices and Articulations

A report based on an evaluation of Alliance India’s CHAHA home and community-based care and support programme for children through most significant change methodology.

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Quality Improvement Guidelines for Care and Support Programs for OVC

These guidelines are intended to help FHI partners implementing care and support programs for vulnerable children to improve the quality of their programs and services. The guidelines apply to programs sponsored by FHI for children ages 0–17 and youth ages 18–24 who are vulnerable due to all causes, not just HIV.

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Lasting Benefits: The role of Cash transfers in tackling child mortality

Research into how cash transfers and social protection can help tackle many of the determinants of child mortality and have important positive economic benefits.

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