Program Details

Project Overview

The ARFH ICHSSA 2 Project aims to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS on orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and their families in Nigeria. It provides a holistic approach to addressing the needs of these children by offering medical, educational, and psychosocial support.

Project Goal

To mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS on OVC and their families by building resilience and capacity within households, communities, and government bodies to deliver quality care and comprehensive services while ensuring their rights are protected.

Additionally, the project aims to promote long-term sustainability through capacity-building initiatives that empower local organizations and caregivers to continue support services beyond the project period.

Target Population

The project focuses on vulnerable children including HIV-exposed infants (HEI), children living with HIV (CLHIV), children of parents living with HIV (CPLHIV), and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and sexual violence against children (SVAC). It also extends support to their caregivers and communities to create an enabling environment.

Project Objectives

• Increase access to quality care, protection, and support services for OVC and their households.
• Improve community capacity to care for OVC with a focus on their rights.
• Enhance organizational and technical capacities of CBOs/CSOs and governments to provide services.
• Utilize priority services targeted at specific OVC sub-populations.
• Strengthen advocacy efforts to secure policies and funding that benefit OVC programs.

Overview of Activities

Activities conducted in this reporting quarter include adherence counseling, health education, economic empowerment programs, and psychosocial support for OVC and caregivers. The project also facilitated mentorship programs, vocational training, and peer support groups to address the diverse needs of the beneficiaries.

Conclusion

The ARFH ICHSSA 2 Project has made significant progress in improving the lives of OVC and their families through community-driven interventions and government collaboration. Continued efforts and partnerships are essential to ensure the long-term sustainability of these interventions.

Moving forward, the project aims to expand its reach and introduce innovative approaches to support the evolving needs of OVC in Nigeria.