By the SSLN Team
From March 18-20, 2024, our team at SSLN joined forces with key stakeholders in Antananarivo, Madagascar, for a Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on HIV Prevention Tools. This event, led by UNAIDS Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA), brought together representatives from government, civil society, and UN agencies from across East and Southern Africa, all committed to ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.
Countries in attendance:
- Comoros
- Egypt
- Madagascar
- Rwanda
- Seychelles
- South Sudan
- Sudan
The Focus:
The workshop aimed to strengthen HIV combination prevention programming in the region, focusing on accelerating country-level implementation towards the 2025 prevention targets. It was an opportunity for participants to gain a common understanding of the global prevention roadmap, share best practices, and identify the support needed to overcome challenges.
Our Role:
We played a key role in equipping participants with the skills and knowledge to utilise the Prevention Self-Assessment (PSAT) effectively. This tool facilitates self-reflection of prevention programmes and identifies technical assistance, resource, and capacity development needs.
We conducted a PSAT orientation and a hands-on practical session during the workshop. To further illustrate the value of the PSAT, we shared successful examples from our work in Côte d'Ivoire and South Sudan. These real-world case studies provided participants with tangible insights into how the PSAT can drive progress and sustainability in HIV prevention programmes.
One highlight of our involvement was facilitating the completion of the Key Populations (KP) PSAT with the participants. This interactive exercise allowed for in-depth discussions, identification of next steps, and pinpointing specific areas where technical assistance is crucial.
Looking Ahead:
We are confident that the skills and knowledge shared will contribute significantly to achieving the 2025 HIV prevention targets. The SSLN team is proud to have been part of this collaborative effort and remains dedicated to supporting countries in their journey towards ending AIDS.
Read more about the workshop in the report compiled below!
