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  • 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 Malaria – Nepal (01-Dec-2005-15-Jan-2011)

    Neftaly Malaria – Nepal (01-Dec-2005-15-Jan-2011)

    Neftaly Malaria – Nepal Program

    Program Period: 01 December 2005 – 15 January 2011

    Overview

    The Neftaly Malaria Program in Nepal was a six-year public health initiative designed to reduce the incidence, morbidity, and mortality associated with malaria in high-risk regions of the country. Operating from December 2005 to January 2011, the program targeted malaria-endemic districts with an integrated approach that combined prevention, treatment, capacity-building, and community awareness.

    Nepal, particularly in the Terai region and parts of the hill and mountain belts, faced ongoing challenges with seasonal malaria outbreaks, often exacerbated by poverty, cross-border migration, and limited access to healthcare. The Neftaly Malaria Program addressed these challenges by working in close partnership with local communities, government health authorities, and international partners.

    Program Objectives

    • To reduce malaria transmission and associated mortality in endemic regions.
    • To improve access to accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, especially in remote areas.
    • To distribute long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) and promote their proper use.
    • To build local capacity for malaria surveillance, prevention, and response.
    • To increase awareness and behavior change regarding malaria prevention.

    Target Areas

    The program focused on 15 malaria-endemic districts, including Kailali, Kanchanpur, Banke, Bardiya, Dang, Jhapa, and other high-risk zones in the Terai belt. These areas were prioritized based on malaria incidence, population vulnerability, and logistical feasibility.

    Key Activities

    1. Vector Control & Prevention

    • Distributed over 400,000 long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) to vulnerable households.
    • Conducted Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaigns in high-transmission zones.
    • Promoted environmental management practices to reduce mosquito breeding sites.

    2. Diagnosis and Treatment

    • Established and supported malaria testing centers in primary health posts and mobile clinics.
    • Trained health workers and volunteers in Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) use and malaria case management.
    • Ensured continuous supply of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) for confirmed malaria cases.

    3. Surveillance and Data Collection

    • Strengthened malaria surveillance systems through local health networks.
    • Conducted annual epidemiological assessments to monitor incidence and intervention impact.
    • Contributed data to the National Malaria Control Program for policy planning.

    4. Health Education and Community Mobilization

    • Launched community-based awareness campaigns using posters, radio, school programs, and folk media.
    • Formed local Malaria Action Committees to sustain prevention efforts beyond the project.
    • Promoted the correct and consistent use of bed nets through door-to-door education.

    5. Capacity Building

    • Trained over 1,200 community health workers, peer educators, and volunteers.
    • Provided technical support to district health offices to enhance their malaria response capacity.

    Key Achievements

    • Malaria incidence reduced by over 60% in targeted districts between 2005 and 2011.
    • Increased LLIN coverage to over 85% of households in high-risk areas.
    • Over 1.3 million people reached with malaria prevention messages and services.
    • Improved treatment-seeking behavior, with RDT use rising significantly in rural health centers.
    • Contributed to Nepal’s progress toward national and regional malaria elimination targets.

    Challenges Encountered

    • Seasonal flooding and poor road access often delayed LLIN distribution and outreach.
    • Cross-border movement from India posed risks for reintroduction and drug resistance.
    • Continued behavior change was needed to encourage consistent bed net use, especially among mobile populations.

    Sustainability and Exit Strategy

    Toward the end of the program, Neftaly worked with the Ministry of Health and Population to integrate malaria services into existing government systems. Local capacity was reinforced through training and community ownership of prevention practices.

    Neftaly also facilitated linkages with international donors to sustain critical supplies and monitoring efforts beyond the project’s formal closure.

    Conclusion

    The Neftaly Malaria Program (2005–2011) demonstrated that community-driven interventions, backed by strong partnerships and evidence-based practices, can significantly reduce malaria burden. The initiative contributed to lasting improvements in public health systems and informed future malaria control and elimination strategies in Nepal.

  • Neftaly Malaria – Nepal (01-Apr-2004-30-Sep-2009)

    Neftaly Malaria – Nepal (01-Apr-2004-30-Sep-2009)

    Neftaly Malaria – Nepal Program

    Program Duration: 01 April 2004 – 30 September 2009

    Overview

    The Neftaly Malaria Program in Nepal (2004–2009) was a multi-year health intervention focused on reducing malaria incidence and mortality in high-burden districts across Nepal. The initiative prioritized at-risk populations in the Terai belt, bordering India, where seasonal malaria outbreaks threatened lives and livelihoods.

    Launched in collaboration with Nepal’s Ministry of Health and Population, the program was designed to support the national malaria control strategy by enhancing prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, and community awareness. The project took a community-centered approach and combined proven public health strategies with capacity-building at the grassroots level.

    Program Objectives

    • Reduce malaria-related illness and death in high-transmission areas.
    • Expand access to effective malaria diagnosis and treatment.
    • Promote widespread and consistent use of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs).
    • Strengthen local health systems and build sustainable community response.
    • Support national efforts to align with Roll Back Malaria (RBM) and WHO targets.

    Target Areas

    The program focused on malaria-prone districts in the Terai and Inner Terai, including:

    • Kailali, Kanchanpur, Bardiya, Banke, Dang, Kapilvastu, Nawalparasi, and parts of Jhapa and Morang.

    These districts were chosen due to their high malaria burden, cross-border population movement, and limited access to consistent malaria services.

    Key Activities

    1. Prevention & Vector Control

    • Distributed over 300,000 long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), prioritizing children under 5, pregnant women, and migrant workers.
    • Conducted seasonal indoor residual spraying (IRS) in high-incidence communities.
    • Engaged households in mosquito habitat reduction and hygiene practices.

    2. Community-Based Diagnosis & Treatment

    • Established and supported malaria testing corners at health posts and sub-health posts.
    • Introduced Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs) for timely detection in remote areas.
    • Ensured availability of first-line antimalarial drugs at the local level.

    3. Capacity Building

    • Trained over 800 frontline health workers and community health volunteers in malaria detection and case management.
    • Built the capacity of district health offices to lead surveillance and outbreak response.

    4. Behavior Change & Awareness

    • Conducted village-level health education sessions, school campaigns, and folk media outreach.
    • Developed IEC materials in local languages to promote net usage and treatment-seeking behavior.
    • Engaged religious leaders and traditional healers to destigmatize malaria treatment.

    5. Monitoring, Evaluation & Surveillance

    • Strengthened local malaria surveillance systems and case reporting mechanisms.
    • Participated in national malaria review meetings and shared program data for policy development.
    • Supported early warning systems for outbreak detection.

    Key Results & Impact (2004–2009)

    • Over 1.2 million people reached with malaria prevention, diagnosis, and treatment services.
    • Malaria incidence in targeted districts reduced by approximately 55%.
    • Bed net usage among vulnerable populations increased to over 80%.
    • Improved community knowledge on malaria symptoms, transmission, and prevention.
    • Contributed to national preparedness for malaria elimination planning.

    Challenges

    • Seasonal flooding and monsoon rains hampered logistics and outreach.
    • Cross-border transmission from India complicated elimination efforts.
    • Stock-outs of RDTs and antimalarial drugs occurred during peak seasons in earlier phases.
    • Migration and labor mobility made consistent follow-up difficult.

    Sustainability and Exit Strategy

    As the program closed in 2009, Neftaly ensured sustainability by:

    • Integrating malaria services into routine public health programming.
    • Training local leaders to continue education and prevention efforts.
    • Strengthening the supply chain and data systems for long-term surveillance.
    • Advocating with local governments to maintain vector control investments.

    Conclusion

    The Neftaly Malaria Program (2004–2009) played a critical role in reducing the burden of malaria in some of Nepal’s most vulnerable communities. By combining prevention, treatment, and capacity-building, the initiative supported Nepal’s national efforts to control malaria and laid the groundwork for future malaria elimination strategies.

  • Neftaly Nepal Economic Forum Limited

    Neftaly Nepal Economic Forum Limited

  • Neftaly To strengthen community capacity to improve access to quality HIV prevention, testing, treatment, care and support services among key populations in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam.

    Neftaly To strengthen community capacity to improve access to quality HIV prevention, testing, treatment, care and support services among key populations in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam.

  • Neftaly To build evidence and engage in strategic advocacy for the purposes of improved quality of health services and HIV prevention and care services for transgender people in 4 countries: Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand and Vietnam

    Neftaly To build evidence and engage in strategic advocacy for the purposes of improved quality of health services and HIV prevention and care services for transgender people in 4 countries: Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand and Vietnam

  • Neftaly To build evidence and engage in strategic advocacy for the purposes of improved quality of HIV prevention and care services for People Who Inject Drugs (PWID) in 4 countries: Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal and Vietnam.

    Neftaly To build evidence and engage in strategic advocacy for the purposes of improved quality of HIV prevention and care services for People Who Inject Drugs (PWID) in 4 countries: Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal and Vietnam.

  • Neftaly Nepal Round 10 Proposal to Contribute to the Acievement of Millennium

    Neftaly Nepal Round 10 Proposal to Contribute to the Acievement of Millennium