HIV/AIDS

CARA (Charity No. 1135610) aims to improve the quality of life of HIV/AIDS people and also to reduce the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK and Africa.

Our objectives include:
* Creating awareness in the community on issues surrounding HIV/AIDS and STIs;
* Reducing the further spread of HIV/AIDS and STIs;
* Empowering people living with HIV/AIDS and promoting their social inclusion;
* Conveying the learning about the changing needs of HIV/AIDS sufferers to public bodies and NGOs;
* Reducing the stigma faced by those suffering from HIV/AIDS in the community;

CARA's activities involve:
* Outreach: We distribute free condoms and sexual health information about HIV/AIDS and other STIs;
* Drop-in service: Providing advice on sexual health issues and signposting to the relevant public services;
* HIV Prevention Campaigns: Working with the communities to reduce the incidence of HIV/STIs and teenage pregnancy;
* Support Group/Discussion: prevention, care and support for those affected by HIV/AIDS and their family.