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  • Neftaly Establish effective monitoring and monitoring that will enable the response to HIV/AIDS in line with current situation and needs

    Neftaly Establish effective monitoring and monitoring that will enable the response to HIV/AIDS in line with current situation and needs

  • Neftaly Creating sustainable coordination and partnership mechanisms in response to HIV/AIDS

    Neftaly Creating sustainable coordination and partnership mechanisms in response to HIV/AIDS

  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (16-Nov-2008-15-Nov-2013)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (16-Nov-2008-15-Nov-2013)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS Program – Nepal
    Project Duration: 16 November 2008 – 15 November 2013

    Project Title: Enhancing Access, Equity, and Quality of HIV Prevention, Care, and Support Services in Nepal

    Background

    Nepal has made important strides in addressing the HIV epidemic, yet significant challenges remain—particularly among key and vulnerable populations. At the time of Neftaly’s program launch in 2008, HIV prevalence in Nepal was concentrated among groups such as people who inject drugs (PWID), female sex workers (FSWs), men who have sex with men (MSM), transgender individuals, and migrant laborers. These communities faced high exposure risk, limited access to services, and widespread stigma and discrimination.

    In response, Neftaly partnered with national stakeholders to implement a comprehensive, community-centered HIV/AIDS program aimed at expanding access, improving quality, and reducing health disparities.

    Program Objectives

    • Reduce HIV transmission among key populations through evidence-based prevention interventions
    • Improve access to HIV testing, treatment, and care services, particularly in underserved and high-risk areas
    • Promote the rights and dignity of people living with HIV (PLHIV) and reduce stigma and discrimination
    • Strengthen health systems and build capacity for sustainable HIV service delivery

    Key Components of the Program

    1. HIV Prevention and Behavior Change Communication

    • Delivered peer-led outreach and education to over 150,000 individuals from key populations
    • Promoted consistent condom use, safe injection practices, and STI prevention
    • Distributed condoms, lubricants, and harm reduction kits in high-risk zones and border areas
    • Launched mass media campaigns and community dialogues to change harmful norms

    2. HIV Testing and Counseling (HTC)

    • Established and supported mobile and community-based HTC services, increasing early diagnosis
    • Integrated HIV testing into existing reproductive health and TB programs
    • Reached over 80,000 individuals with voluntary counseling and testing services

    3. Care, Support, and Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)

    • Facilitated access to lifesaving ART for PLHIV through improved referral systems and linkage to care
    • Provided home-based care, nutritional support, and psychosocial counseling
    • Strengthened ART center capacity in coordination with national health authorities
    • Reduced treatment drop-out through adherence support and case management

    4. Support for Marginalized and Mobile Populations

    • Designed cross-border HIV interventions for migrant workers traveling to India
    • Delivered HIV and health services in informal settlements and entertainment venues
    • Worked with local NGOs to establish drop-in centers and safe spaces for vulnerable groups

    5. Health System Strengthening and Policy Advocacy

    • Trained over 1,200 healthcare providers, peer educators, and outreach workers
    • Supported the National Center for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC) with data systems and strategic planning
    • Advocated for non-discriminatory policies and protections for PLHIV and key populations

    Key Achievements (2008–2013)

    • HIV prevalence stabilized or declined in targeted districts
    • Over 230,000 people reached with prevention, testing, or treatment services
    • ART retention rates improved in supported clinics
    • Significant reduction in stigma-related service refusals reported by PLHIV
    • National and local capacities strengthened to sustain HIV response

    Conclusion

    Neftaly’s HIV/AIDS program in Nepal made a lasting impact by placing community voices at the center, prioritizing equity and inclusion, and reinforcing the public health infrastructure. The initiative contributed meaningfully to Nepal’s broader HIV response and laid the groundwork for continued progress toward the UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets.

  • Neftaly To reduce the mortality and morbidity due to HIV/AIDS in Nigeria.

    Neftaly To reduce the mortality and morbidity due to HIV/AIDS in Nigeria.

    Neftaly Commitment to Combating HIV/AIDS in Nigeria

    Neftaly is dedicated to significantly reducing the mortality and morbidity caused by HIV/AIDS across Nigeria. We recognize the devastating impact this epidemic has on individuals, families, and communities, and we are committed to turning the tide through comprehensive, patient-centered approaches.

    Our strategic focus includes:

    • Enhancing Access to Care: Ensuring that all Nigerians living with HIV/AIDS can access timely, affordable, and effective prevention, testing, treatment, and support services.
    • Strengthening Healthcare Systems: Building capacity within healthcare facilities and professionals to provide quality HIV/AIDS care and support.
    • Promoting Early Diagnosis and Treatment: Encouraging widespread HIV testing and prompt initiation of antiretroviral therapy (ART) to improve health outcomes and reduce transmission.
    • Supporting Adherence and Retention: Offering counseling, education, and community support to help patients stay on treatment and live healthier lives.
    • Addressing Stigma and Discrimination: Advocating for a society free from stigma to empower those affected and encourage more people to seek care.
    • Partnering for Impact: Collaborating with government agencies, NGOs, communities, and international partners to maximize reach and effectiveness.
  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (01-Dec-2008-15-Jul-2012)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (01-Dec-2008-15-Jul-2012)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS Program – Nepal (01 December 2008 to 15 July 2012)

    Between December 2008 and July 2012, Neftaly implemented a focused HIV/AIDS intervention program in Nepal aimed at reducing the burden of HIV through comprehensive prevention, care, and treatment services.

    Program Highlights:

    • Targeted Prevention: We worked closely with key affected populations to raise awareness, promote safe behaviors, and reduce new infections through community outreach and education campaigns.
    • Expanded Testing and Counseling: Neftaly enhanced voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) services to facilitate early diagnosis and linkage to care, increasing the number of individuals aware of their HIV status.
    • Improved Access to Treatment: The program supported antiretroviral therapy (ART) rollout, ensuring that people living with HIV in Nepal received timely and sustained treatment to improve health outcomes.
    • Capacity Building: Health workers and community volunteers received training to strengthen their skills in HIV prevention, treatment adherence counseling, and stigma reduction.
    • Community Engagement: By partnering with local organizations and stakeholders, Neftaly fostered community ownership and support for people living with HIV/AIDS.
    • Monitoring and Evaluation: Rigorous tracking and assessment helped measure program effectiveness and informed continuous improvements.
  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (01-Nov-2008-15-Jul-2011)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (01-Nov-2008-15-Jul-2011)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS Project – Nepal

    Duration: 01 November 2008 – 15 July 2011

    Project Overview:
    The Neftaly HIV/AIDS project in Nepal was a targeted initiative aimed at reducing the prevalence and impact of HIV/AIDS among high-risk populations. Implemented over nearly three years, the program focused on increasing awareness, promoting preventive measures, and improving access to testing and treatment services.

    Objectives:

    • To enhance community awareness and knowledge about HIV/AIDS transmission and prevention.
    • To promote behavioral change among vulnerable groups, including sex workers, injecting drug users, and youth.
    • To facilitate access to voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) centers and antiretroviral therapy (ART).
    • To reduce stigma and discrimination associated with HIV/AIDS through community engagement and advocacy.

    Key Activities:

    • Conducted comprehensive outreach and education campaigns across multiple districts.
    • Organized training sessions for healthcare providers, peer educators, and community leaders.
    • Supported establishment and operationalization of drop-in centers for key populations.
    • Collaborated with local NGOs, government bodies, and international agencies for resource mobilization and policy advocacy.
    • Implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure program impact and optimize strategies.

    Impact:

    • Increased uptake of HIV testing and counseling services by at-risk populations.
    • Improved community knowledge and reduced misconceptions about HIV/AIDS.
    • Strengthened referral systems linking clients to health and social support services.
    • Contributed to national efforts in controlling the HIV epidemic through integrated, grassroots approaches.
  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (01-Oct-2006-30-Sep-2008)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal (01-Oct-2006-30-Sep-2008)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nepal Program

    Program Period: 01 October 2006 – 30 September 2008

    Overview

    From 2006 to 2008, Neftaly launched and implemented a comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, education, and support initiative in Nepal. The project aimed to address the rising concerns related to HIV transmission, stigma, and lack of healthcare access in underserved and high-risk communities across Nepal.

    This program was part of Neftaly’s broader global strategy to combat HIV/AIDS by integrating awareness, prevention, and care at the grassroots level. It aligned with national health priorities and contributed to Nepal’s commitment to the UN Millennium Development Goals.

    Objectives

    • To reduce the transmission of HIV among vulnerable populations, especially youth, sex workers, migrants, and people who inject drugs.
    • To increase public awareness and knowledge about HIV/AIDS through targeted education and outreach programs.
    • To reduce stigma and discrimination associated with HIV/AIDS.
    • To improve access to voluntary counseling and testing (VCT), treatment, and support services.

    Key Activities

    1. Community-Based Education

    • Conducted over 200 community outreach sessions across 12 districts.
    • Trained local peer educators to deliver culturally appropriate HIV/AIDS education.
    • Integrated HIV prevention into existing youth and women’s empowerment programs.

    2. School and Youth Engagement

    • Implemented HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns in secondary schools and colleges.
    • Developed youth-friendly IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) materials.
    • Organized drama, art, and debate competitions to engage young people in HIV education.

    3. Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT)

    • Established mobile VCT units in rural and remote areas.
    • Partnered with local health centers to provide confidential HIV testing and post-test counseling.
    • Reached over 8,000 individuals with VCT services during the project duration.

    4. Support for People Living with HIV (PLHIV)

    • Created community support groups for PLHIV to reduce isolation and promote treatment adherence.
    • Provided referrals for antiretroviral therapy (ART) and opportunistic infection management.
    • Facilitated income-generating activities for affected families.

    5. Advocacy and Policy Engagement

    • Collaborated with local government bodies and NGOs to promote inclusive HIV policies.
    • Participated in national HIV/AIDS conferences and working groups.

    Achievements

    • Reached approximately 150,000 people with HIV/AIDS education and awareness programs.
    • Increased HIV testing rates by 40% in targeted districts.
    • Strengthened local capacity through the training of 500 peer educators and health volunteers.
    • Significantly reduced stigma indicators in communities exposed to the program’s interventions.
    • Supported over 400 PLHIV with psychosocial and economic empowerment services.

    Challenges

    • Geographic inaccessibility in mountainous regions limited outreach in some areas.
    • Persistent cultural stigma continued to discourage some individuals from seeking testing and treatment.
    • Limited availability of ART in rural health facilities during the early project phase.

    Conclusion

    The Neftaly HIV/AIDS Program (2006–2008) in Nepal made meaningful progress toward HIV prevention and support in vulnerable communities. By combining education, healthcare services, and community empowerment, the initiative laid a strong foundation for long-term HIV/AIDS response in Nepal. The lessons learned during this period continue to inform Neftaly’s ongoing work in public health across South Asia and beyond.

  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria (01-Jan-2004-31-May-2006)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria (01-Jan-2004-31-May-2006)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS Program – Nigeria

    Project Duration: 1 January 2004 – 31 May 2006
    Location: Federal Republic of Nigeria
    Sector: Health – HIV/AIDS Prevention, Care, and Support
    Implementing Partner: Neftaly Health Initiatives
    Key Collaborators: Nigerian Ministry of Health, NACA, local NGOs, and community-based organizations

    Program Overview

    The Neftaly HIV/AIDS Program in Nigeria was launched to address the growing HIV/AIDS epidemic during a critical period in the early 2000s. Operating from January 2004 to May 2006, the program focused on high-burden states with low service coverage and aimed to reduce transmission rates, expand access to testing and treatment, and improve the quality of life for people living with HIV (PLHIV).

    Program Objectives

    • Increase access to voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) services.
    • Provide antiretroviral therapy (ART) and clinical care to PLHIV.
    • Strengthen prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) services.
    • Build capacity of healthcare workers and local institutions.
    • Promote HIV awareness and reduce stigma through community outreach.

    Key Activities and Achievements

    1. HIV Testing and Counseling
      • Established over 40 VCT centers across urban and rural communities.
      • Provided confidential testing and counseling to over 120,000 individuals.
      • Integrated VCT into primary health facilities to increase accessibility.
    2. Access to Treatment and Care
      • Enrolled over 6,500 PLHIV into ART programs with comprehensive clinical and psychosocial support.
      • Distributed essential medications, nutritional supplements, and adherence counseling.
    3. Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT)
      • Supported 15 PMTCT sites in public hospitals and maternal clinics.
      • Provided HIV testing to over 10,000 pregnant women, with follow-up care for mothers and infants.
    4. Community Engagement and Education
      • Conducted nationwide awareness campaigns in schools, workplaces, and religious institutions.
      • Trained over 1,200 peer educators, including youth leaders, on HIV prevention and stigma reduction.
      • Developed and disseminated culturally sensitive IEC materials in multiple local languages.
    5. Capacity Strengthening
      • Trained 800+ healthcare providers in HIV diagnosis, ART provision, and patient management.
      • Improved referral systems and data reporting tools for HIV services.
      • Strengthened partnerships with local CSOs and health departments.

    Program Impact

    • Expanded HIV service coverage in underserved and high-risk communities.
    • Improved health outcomes for thousands of PLHIV through early diagnosis and sustained treatment.
    • Strengthened Nigeria’s HIV/AIDS response infrastructure.
    • Contributed to national goals of reducing HIV transmission and increasing public awareness.

    Challenges and Lessons Learned

    • Stigma and discrimination remained significant barriers to testing and care, particularly among women and youth.
    • Limited infrastructure in rural areas required mobile services and creative outreach models.
    • Sustainability planning was crucial to ensure continuity of care post-program, leading to capacity transfer to local partners.

    Conclusion

    The Neftaly HIV/AIDS Program in Nigeria (2004–2006) played a pivotal role in expanding HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services during a formative time in the national HIV response. By combining clinical support with community-driven education and capacity building, Neftaly helped lay the groundwork for continued progress in fighting HIV/AIDS across Nigeria.

  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria (01-Dec-2003-30-Nov-2004)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria (01-Dec-2003-30-Nov-2004)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria

    Reporting Period: 01 December 2003 – 30 November 2004

    Program Overview

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria is a community-driven initiative under the broader Neftaly Development Network, aimed at reducing the prevalence and impact of HIV/AIDS through awareness, prevention, care, and support services. Operating across selected urban and rural communities in Nigeria, the program adopts a multi-sectoral approach to address the social, health, and economic dimensions of the epidemic.

    During the period under review, Neftaly intensified its outreach and service delivery in alignment with national strategies and international goals, including the UNGASS Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDS.

    Key Achievements

    1. HIV/AIDS Awareness & Education

    • Reached over 75,000 individuals through community workshops, school outreach programs, and radio campaigns.
    • Developed and distributed 45,000 IEC (Information, Education, Communication) materials, including brochures in English, Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo.
    • Trained 120 peer educators to conduct sensitization in schools, markets, and youth clubs.

    2. Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT)

    • Established 4 mobile VCT units in partnership with local health authorities.
    • Conducted 11,200 HIV tests, with pre- and post-test counseling provided by trained professionals.
    • Referred 100% of HIV-positive individuals to follow-up care centers.

    3. Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT)

    • Collaborated with 6 maternal health centers to integrate HIV testing into antenatal services.
    • Over 1,500 pregnant women received HIV testing and counseling.
    • Access to antiretroviral prophylaxis provided to HIV-positive mothers and their newborns where applicable.

    4. Support for People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA)

    • Established 3 community-based support groups reaching over 500 PLWHA.
    • Distributed nutritional support packages to 200 vulnerable households.
    • Partnered with local NGOs to provide psychosocial counseling and skills training for income generation.

    5. Capacity Building

    • Conducted training workshops for 60 health workers on HIV care and treatment protocols.
    • Developed partnerships with local NGOs and CBOs to improve community-led responses.

    Challenges

    • Stigma and discrimination continue to deter individuals from accessing testing and treatment.
    • Limited resources and trained personnel, particularly in rural settings, constrained service expansion.
    • Logistical difficulties in remote areas, including poor roads and limited infrastructure, impacted mobile VCT efforts.

    Lessons Learned

    • Community involvement is critical for sustained impact—programs performed better in areas with active local leadership.
    • Combining HIV awareness with broader health education (e.g., malaria prevention, reproductive health) increases participation and acceptance.
    • Youth engagement through schools and clubs remains one of the most effective platforms for changing behavior.

    Future Directions (2004–2005)

    • Expand mobile VCT services to 3 additional states.
    • Strengthen PMTCT programs and scale up antiretroviral therapy access.
    • Launch a “HIV-Free Generation” youth campaign focusing on abstinence, safe sex education, and peer mentorship.
    • Explore partnerships with the private sector for sustainability and resource mobilization.

    Acknowledgments

    Neftaly extends its deep appreciation to its partners, community leaders, volunteers, healthcare workers, and beneficiaries. We are particularly grateful to international donors, the Nigerian Ministry of Health, and local government authorities for their invaluable support.

  • Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria (01-Jan-2007-30-Jun-2010)

    Neftaly HIV/AIDS – Nigeria (01-Jan-2007-30-Jun-2010)