For Communities
- Can you direct me to local programs that teach HIV/AIDS prevention in the workplace?
There is no danger in working with someone who is HIV infected or who has AIDS. You cannot become infected through everyday work activities with an infected co-worker.
- Search the Resources and Services Database for appropriate agencies and organizations in your area. There you will find local health departments in major cities. They often have HIV/AIDS educators who can assist.
- The American Red Cross has chapters that provide HIV/AIDS education and workplace programs in most states.
Call 1-877-242-9460 for additional assistance from the Business and Labor Resource Service.
- What are U.S. businesses doing about HIV/AIDS overseas?
Many U.S.-based multinationals are establishing workplace policies and programs for their staff/workers and management. They also may contribute to the Global Fund or participate in activities around corporate responsibility. For additional information on community and philanthropic efforts, visit HIV & AIDS Philanthropy.
- What can my company do to address HIV/AIDS in the community?
Organizations that take leadership positions against HIV/AIDS demonstrate that they care about the welfare of their employees or members and that they are responsible members of their communities.
Ways organizations can benefit their communities include:
- Mobilizing internal or external networks of highly skilled individuals to provide pro-bono expertise in areas such as financial planning and reporting, organizational development, strategic planning, marketing and public relations, desk top publishing, program evaluation and supply chain management
- Identifying and coordinating resource donations such as computers, office supplies, transportation vehicles, and other program supplies to allow HIV prevention program dollars to be directed efficiently toward program implementation
- Implementing market tested workplace policies to prevent stigma and discrimination and raise awareness about HIV risk reduction
- Encouraging industry colleagues to coordinate efforts and meet regularly to address issues and identify opportunities for coordinated response
- Fostering collaboration among other business and labor organizations to broaden the depth and breadth of support for HIV activities in the community
- Providing support to employees living with HIV/AIDS
- Incentivizing employees to stay healthy and adhere to risk reduction behaviors through workplace activities such as lunch and learns, discussion groups, and through coordinated corporate communication.
For additional information on community and philanthropic efforts, visit HIV & AIDS Philanthropy.
Get more information on HIV & AIDS Education for employees and workers.
