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Abstract
Introduction to Risk Mapping as a tool to fight HIV/AIDS: The case of Cameroon
K J A Kengne Jeanne d'Arc
ACMR, Douala, Cameroon
Issues : A Douala based NGO called ACMR (Association Culturelle Mission de Recreation) with the assistance of the UNICEF country office has together with the Douala youths developed risk maps on HIV/AIDS vulnerability. They have mapped out the city into 15 action areas.
Description : The analysis of the local maps showed the various risk factors that exposed the young people to HIV/AIDS infection.
Video-clubs, bars, Night-clubs , game houses, guest houses etc are attraction areas to these youths.
Youths use school premises, churches and markets as areas where they negotiate their rendevous.
Lessons learned : The youths identify themselves in a project, owning the project and bring out from the risky factors. They have identified through this project the risky behaviour which they need to change and be good health. They have also through life skills which positive behaviour to promote or to develop. The youths themselves through their health clubs choose which active methods to learn these skills.
Recommendations : This experience should encourage the active participation of the youths. This provides a contribution to the fight against HIV/AIDS because the youth adopts positive and responsible behaviour.
We recommend that this experience be tried in many countries especially those affected by the AIDS pandemic.
The XIV International AIDS Conference
Abstract no.
ThPeF8088
Suggested Citation
" K J A Kengne Jeanne d'Arc ,
Introduction to Risk Mapping as a tool to fight HIV/AIDS: The case of Cameroon
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Poster Exhibition:
The XIV International AIDS Conference:
Abstract no.
ThPeF8088"
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