Implementing Partners

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:34:00 GMT

The USAID Bureau for Global Health awarded four contracts under the Health Policy Initiative IQC to consortia led by Abt Associates Inc., Chemonics International, Futures Group International, LLC, and Research Triangle Institute.

Marissa Bohrer
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Online CDs

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:51:00 GMT

Periodically, the Health Policy Initiative combines relevant technical materials, computer models, and other resources into CD-ROMs for distribution. From this page, you can access the content of these CDs to read online and you may download a complete package that can be run on a local machine or burned to CD*.

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Links

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 13:53:00 GMT

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About the Health Policy Initiative in the Greater Mekong Region and China

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:14:00 GMT

In most of Asia, HIV tends to be concentrated among most-at-risk populations (MARPs). In the Greater Mekong region, HIV gained a foothold among injecting drug users (IDUs) in the 1980s, and since then prevalence among other MARPs—including men who have sex with men (MSM), and sex workers and their clients—has been on the rise.

The intricate connections among MARPs increasingly serve as routes by which HIV is spreading through sexual transmission to other groups and the general population.

Family Planning / Reproductive Health: DemProj

Wed, 27 May 2009 14:44:00 GMT

DemProj is one of the most widely used software models for making population projections. An e-learning course on using DemProj is now available online. Through DemProj, a country’s full set of demographic indicators, including FP/RH- and HIV-related projections, can be displayed for up to 50 years into the future.

Family Planning / Reproductive Health: MDGs

Wed, 27 May 2009 14:14:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are a set of eight objectives. The MDGs, to be achieved by 2015, have galvanized efforts to meet the needs of the world's poor. Satisfying unmet need for family planning can help countries achieve several MDGs - particularly in areas of reducing poverty, improving maternal and child health, ensuring environmental sustainability, reducing the costs associated with achieving universal primary education, and combating HIV, malaria, and other diseases.

Resources

Tue, 26 May 2009 14:57:00 GMT

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Publications
The Health Policy Initiative produces technical materials to help policymakers, NGOs, and private sector partners design and implement effective policies to address a range of health issues.
News
Read the latest news and stories from the field.

About the USAID | Program for Strengthening the Central American Response to HIV/AIDS (PASCA)

Thu, 21 May 2009 17:49:00 GMT

The objective of USAID | PASCA, a task order under the Health Policy Initiative IQC, is to foster a stronger response to HIV/AIDS in Central America by supporting a coherent and unified regional approach to the epidemic. The project focuses on three results as a means of supporting the implementation of improved HIV policies.

Introduction to Population Projections:
An E-learning Course

Thu, 21 May 2009 17:45:00 GMT

What is DemProj?

DemProj is one of the most widely used software models for making population projections.

Focus Areas

Thu, 21 May 2009 16:20:00 GMT

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Family Planning/Reproductive Health
Key focus areas are maximizing access and quality, FP/HIV integration, contraceptive security, gender, and poverty and health equity.
HIV/AIDS
In the field of HIV/AIDS, success stories are beginning to emerge, demonstrating that efforts to change risk behaviors can be successful, that HIV transmission can be reduced, and that care and support can be effectively delivered.

About Us

Thu, 21 May 2009 16:19:00 GMT

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Overview
The USAID | Health Policy Initiative is an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) awarded by and for the exclusive use of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
IQC Partners
The USAID Bureau for Global Health awarded four contracts under the Health Policy Initiative IQC to consortia led by Abt Associates Inc.

About HPI/South Africa

Thu, 21 May 2009 15:24:00 GMT

The objective of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in South Africa (HPI/South Africa) is to build and strengthen the capacity of organizations across all sectors to design, implement, and evaluate HIV policies and programs. By strengthening heath systems across sectors, the Health Policy Initiative facilitates the implementation of other national programs to ensure that the goals and targets of the South African National Strategic Plan for HIV and AIDS/STI 2007-2 011 are met.

About HPI/Peru

Thu, 21 May 2009 13:35:00 GMT

The objective of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Peru (HPI/Peru) is to strengthen policies and policy-related capacities to improve health sector performance in the context of Peru's decentralization. Capacity building focuses on five results as a means to improve family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH) and maternal and child health (MCH) programs.

Countries

Thu, 21 May 2009 13:33:00 GMT

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Read highlighted success stories from the countries where we work.

HIV / AIDS

Thu, 21 May 2009 08:59:00 GMT

In the field of HIV/AIDS, success stories are beginning to emerge, demonstrating that efforts to change risk behaviors can be successful, that HIV transmission can be reduced, and that care and support can be effectively delivered. In many countries, resources are no longer the primary limiting factor in turning the tide of the epidemic.

HIV legal services in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam The focus of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative is to improve the enabling environment for health, especially family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH), HIV, and maternal health.

Other Infectious Diseases: MDR-TB

Tue, 19 May 2009 14:14:00 GMT

WHO estimates that 460,000 cases of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) emerge each year. MDR-TB is resistant to two or more of the drugs used to treat TB. These strains are more prevalent in countries with weak TB control programs. Common challenges include lack of qualified staff, inconsistent drug supplies, and weak monitoring of patient treatment adherence.

Building on its work in HIV/AIDS, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, is working in countries such as Safe Motherhood Model (SMM), developed with USAID policy assistance, can be used to assess the impact of different approaches on reducing maternal mortality.

Maternal and Child Health

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:08:00 GMT

Those who work on health issues in the developing world can take pride in the progress that has been made in the past few decades.

Family Planning / Reproductive Health

Thu, 14 May 2009 13:36:00 GMT

Fertility rates have declined more in the past 20 years than at any other time in the history of the world. In 1980, 84 low- and middle-income countries had total fertility rates of five or higher; in 2002 only 44 were in that category.

Country Offices

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:10:00 GMT

Success Stories

Tue, 12 May 2009 11:05:00 GMT

Crosscutting Issues: Gender-based Violence

Mon, 11 May 2009 16:15:00 GMT

Around the world, 1 in 3 women have been beaten, coerced into sex, or other otherwise abused in their lifetime. Gender-based violence increases a woman's risk for HIV and limits her ability to seek prevention, treatment, and care services. Violence is also a significant maternal health issue. The prevalence of women in developing countries who experience violence during pregnancy ranges from four percent to 20 percent.

Maternal and Child Health: MNPI

Fri, 08 May 2009 16:40:00 GMT

The Maternal and Neonatal Program Effort Index (MNPI), carried out with USAID assistance, provides country-specific data for more than 30 developing countries. Since the first round of the MNPI was completed in 1999, the data collected have been used effectively to advocate for improvements in maternal and neonatal health services.

To further encourage the use of this rich data set, the MNPI scores for each of the three rounds (1999, 2002, and 2005) have been put into an interactive format that enables the user to review, analyze, and package the information for use in policy advocacy and program planning.

About Task Order 1

Wed, 06 May 2009 15:55:00 GMT

Task Order 1 of the Health Policy Initiative has two main components: global technical leadership in health policymaking and implementation and country-level applications in the field.

This task order serves as the primary mechanism to support core-funded FP/RH, HIV, and maternal health activities in policy dialogue, formulation, and implementation. Task Order 1 undertakes global leadership activities, including:

MNPI: Maternal and Neonatal Program Effort Index

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

An interative selection of data in the Maternal and Neonatal Program Effort Index

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Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Other Infectious Diseases: AI

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

While wild birds do not generally get sick from avian influenza, it is often fatal in domesticated poultry and in humans. As of February 2007, WHO had documented more than 270 human cases of avian influenza in 11 countries.

Lessons learned from addressing other infectious diseases and epidemics can play a role in guiding the response to avian influenza. Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative is working in countries such as Networking for Policy Change advocacy training manual has been adapted to address TB/HIV advocacy issues. The manual was originally produced under the USAID-funded POLICY Project to support the formation of FP/RH networks. A Youth-policy.com is an online resource designed to help countries improve adolescent reproductive health and HIV prevention policies. The website's searchable database contains more than 200 full-text policies addressing youth reproductive health from over 50 countries.

HIV / AIDS: AJAAT

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The media can play a key role in informing public discourse and combating HIV-related stigma. In June 2008, the Association of Journalists Against AIDS in Tanzania (AJAAT) launched a new website and strategic plan, with assistance from the USAID | Health Policy Initiative. The website serves as a resource for up-to-date information on HIV in Tanzania.

HIV / AIDS: Integrating FP

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Integrating family planning and HIV services can save countries money in the long run. A recent study found that offering family planning through HIV care and treatment programs resulted in a savings, at the societal level, of almost $25 for every dollar spent.

To learn more, see "Are Cost Savings Incurred by Offering Family Planning Services at Emergency Plan HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment Facilities?"

HIV / AIDS: ART

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Access to antiretroviral treatment (ART) has grown rapidly since the adoption of the "Declaration of Commitment" by the United Nations General Assembly Special Session on HIV/AIDS. The number of people receiving ART has quadrupled, increasing from 250,000 in 2001 to about 1.1 million in 2005. However, this represents only about 18 percent of those in need of treatment.

To learn more about the extent of other services-including voluntary counseling and testing and services to prevent the transmission of HIV from mother to child-please see

Supporting Country-led Initiatives to Strengthen National Health Information Systems in East Africa

In response to a growing recognition of the importance of reliable and timely health information systems (HIS) to support improved decisionmaking for public health action and health systems strengthening, USAID supported a regional forum in East Africa that focused on engaging HIS champions from key public sectors—including health, finance, telecommunications, and vital statistics—and supporting country ownership of HIS.

Mobilizing Religious Leaders and Communities to Address GBV and HIV (PPT Presentation)

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:01:00 GMT

This presentation was shared at USAID's Training on Gender-Based Violence and Trafficking in Persons as part of the session on best practices. The training, held February 16-19, 2010 in Washington DC, brought together over 30 USAID field officers as well as participants from other government agencies with the goal of providing information and practical tools to address gender based violence and trafficking in persons in development programming.

Assessing the Policy Environment for HIV/AIDS In Côte D'Ivoire (PPT Presentation)

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:19:00 GMT

To inform development of Côte D'Ivoire's partnership framework, the Health Policy Initiative conducted an HIV policy assessment to identify challenges in specific policy areas and develop a policy agenda for the next five years. Using a participatory process that gained early buy-in from key stakeholders, the project conducted a baseline policy assessment and shared the results at a three-day policy workshop in October 2009.

Restoring Dignity: A Toolkit for Religious Communities to End Violence Against Women

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:22:00 GMT

This manual was created by Religions for Peace with support from the Health Policy Initiative and other donors. Religions for Peace builds, equips, and strengthens the Global Women of Faith Network, Inter-religious Councils, and the Global Youth Network to harness the largely untapped power of religious cooperation to stop war, end poverty, and protect the earth. This training manual aims to educate religious leaders and communities about how they can come together to end violence against women around the world.

Training-of-Trainers Curriculum: Building the Training Skills of HIV-Positive People in the Middle East and North Africa Region

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:16:00 GMT

The Training-of-Trainers Curriculum: Building the Training Skills of HIV-Positive People in the Middle East and North Africa Region is Volume 1 of the Investing in MENA Series. The purpose of this TOT curriculum is to support a truly sustainable HIV response in the MENA Region, centered on positive leadership, prevention, education, advocacy, and mentorship. The TOT provides a comprehensive program designed to train participants in the skills necessary to deliver high-quality interactive training sessions by and for PLHIV and their communities.

Gender-related Barriers to HIV Prevention Methods: A Review of Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Policies for Sexual Assault

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:15:00 GMT

This report reviews Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) policies for sexual assault. Institutions and programs should consider the gender barriers explored in this review when creating new PEP guidelines and, where current guidelines do exist, they should implement protocols and procedures to ensure that they address such barriers. By doing so, PEPFAR focus countries will be better positioned to increase access to high-quality PEP services for sexual assault survivors.

Mobilizing Religious Communities to Respond to Gender-based Violence and HIV: A Training Manual

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:14:00 GMT

This manual has been designed to guide trainers in conducting workshops for religious leaders and women leaders of faith on GBV and HIV. It was created specifically for heads of religious organizations, such as inter-religious councils and women's religious organizations. While this material was piloted with leaders, it can be adapted to meet the specific priorities and needs of participants, such as other organization members.

HIV Advocacy in China: Stories from the Field. Strengthening Methadone Maintenance Therapy (MMT)

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:08:00 GMT

As China continues to implement its Reform and Opening-Up policy, the number of grassroots community-based organizations (CBOs) eager for involvement and change multiplies. To support China's burgeoning HIV community sector to mobilize, strengthen its leadership, and succeed in bringing about local-level change, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in the Greater Mekong Region and China (HPI/GMR-C) is building CBO capacity in advocacy and community mobilization.

Family Planning Initiatives and Future Directions for India (PPT)

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:48:00 GMT

This presentation, by Dr. Sanjay Gupta of the National Insititute of Health and Family Welfare, presents the population situation in India, policy directions and goals, benefits of achieving family planning goals, and how best to translate these policies into action. The presentation was developed with technical assistance from the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, using the project's RAPID Model.

Developing Operational Policies on Gender-based Violence in Peru: Impact of the Interagency Gender Working Group (IGWG) Workshop

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:47:00 GMT

Gender-based violence (GBV) is pervasive in Peru. Nationally, 41 percent of women ages 15–49 who have ever been in a relationship report physical abuse by their husbands or partners. Ten percent of women interviewed as part of ENDES Continua 2004–2006, the national Demographic and Health Survey, reported that they had been forced to have sexual relations with their husband or partner in the last year, and 68 percent of women stated that their husband or partner exercised some type of control over them, such as psychological or physical control.

Addressing Early Marriage in Uganda

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:41:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, conducted this analysis to broaden the evidence base for developing advocacy messages to promote later marriage for young women in Uganda. This report summarizes the findings from (1) key informant interviews and focus group discussions in the Hoima and Wakiso districts in the Western and Central regions of Uganda, respectively, and (2) an analysis of data from the 2001 and 2006 Uganda Demographic and Health Surveys (UDHS), with a comparison of national findings with those from Western and Central Uganda.

Poster: Strengthening the Enabling Environment through Stronger Community Participation in Yunnan, China

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:40:00 GMT

This poster was presented by HPI Greater Mekong Region and China (GMR-C) at the 9th International Congress on AIDS in Asia and the Pacific, held in Bali, Indonesia, August 9-13, 2009.

Poster: Barriers to Uptake and Continuation of Substitution Methadone Treatment in Yunnan Province, China

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:40:00 GMT

This poster was presented by HPI Greater Mekong Region and China (GMR-C) at the 9th International Congress on AIDS in Asia and the Pacific, held in Bali, Indonesia, August 9-13, 2009.

Poster: Mapping Donor Support for HIV Programming for Men Who Have Sex with Men in the Greater Mekong Subregion

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:30:00 GMT

This poster was presented by HPI Greater Mekong Region and China at the 9th International Congress on AIDS in Asia and the Pacific, held in Bali, Indonesia August 9-13, 2009.

Resource Estimation Tool for Advocacy (RETA)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:38:00 GMT

RETA, the Resource Tool for Advocacy, estimates the resources needed for a five-year period, based on user input of population size estimates, target coverage levels, and local costs of HIV prevention services. It was developed for use by civil society groups and can estimate resource needs at local, municipal, provincial, or national levels. RETA allows users to plan how specific services can or should be targeted at sub-populations of men who have sex with men to more accurately project the funding needs.

Resource Estimation Tool for Advocacy (RETA). Version 1.0. User's Guide

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:36:00 GMT

This Resource Estimation Tool for Advocacy (RETA) User's Guide is a companion to RETA. RETA is a Microsoft Office Excel-based tool that will help you calculate the resources you need to implement the Comprehensive Package of HIV Prevention Services for Men Who Have Sex with Men. The guide is written for groups that want to use RETA to conduct simple resource needs estimations, such as advocates and managers employed by national programs, community-based organizations (CBO), and other local/international nongovernmental organizations (NGOs/INGOs).

Policy Implementation Barriers Analysis: Conceptual Framework and Pilot Test in Three Countries

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:41:00 GMT

In response to the AIDS pandemic, many countries have introduced policies and programs intended to stem the spread of the epidemic and mitigate its impacts. Unfortunately, too often these policies or program directives are not being implemented. To gain an understanding of the underlying factors that influence the implementation process, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 designed and conducted a Policy Implementation Barriers Analysis (PIBA) to create and field test a methodology that seeks to systematically answer the following questions:

Integrating Gender in Policy Implementation Barriers Analysis: A Methodology

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:41:00 GMT

The Policy Implementation Barriers Analysis (PIBA) activity was designed to pilot a methodology and set of tools to identify key barriers to implementing programs under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). Specifically, the activity focused on identifying barriers to reaching a targeted goal for one or more of the PEPFAR indicators. The project integrated gender into the PIBA activity to help underscore the various needs of women and men within the context of barriers to implementation.

Analyzing Family Planning Needs in Nigeria: Lessons for Repositioning Family Planning in Sub-Saharan Africa

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:47:00 GMT

Family planning use has lagged in sub-Saharan Africa relative to other parts of the developing world. In response, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has adopted a "Repositioning Family Planning" initiative to mobilize commitment to family planning in Africa. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 has a set of tools, methods, and approaches that can support repositioning initiatives.

Engaging the Poor on Family Planning as a Poverty Reduction Strategy

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:23:00 GMT

Worldwide, women in the poorest wealth quintile have about twice as many children as those in the wealthiest quintile. For poor families, having many children can mean fewer resources (money, time, and attention) invested in each child, leading to poor nutrition, ill health, and limited educational opportunities. One reason that women who are poor have more children than affluent women is that they are less likely to use modern contraceptive methods.

Capacity-building Workshop Promotes Civil Society Participation in Mexico's HIV Response

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:40:00 GMT

In 2009, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, carried out a training to orient civil society organizations to HIV funding mechanisms in Mexico and build capacity in proposal writing. As a result, 12 of the NGOs that participated in the training received funding from the National AIDS Program (CENSIDA) to carry out local HIV prevention activities. The Health Policy Initiative is working with CENSIDA to expand the training for the next round of proposals.

Civil Society Commitment to Collaboration: The Foundation for Effective Advocacy in Chiapas (Mexico)

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:39:00 GMT

In Chiapas, Mexico, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, has strengthened the capacity of a group of civil society organizations. As a result, the organizations were able to carry out a successful advocacy campaign to halt a proposed measure that would have criminalized transmission of HIV. In response to community mobilization, the Director of the National AIDS Program (CENSIDA) visited Chiapas to meet with the governor.

Indonesia's Islamic Schools Adopt HIV Curricula

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:39:00 GMT

Following more than two years of technical assistance and advocacy by the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, young people attending Islamic middle schools in East Java Province, Indonesia, are now learning about HIV prevention and stigma reduction.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Zimbabwe

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:18:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Zimbabwe to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Zambia

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:17:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Zambia to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Uganda

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Uganda to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Tanzania

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:59:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Tanzania to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Swaziland

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:59:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Swaziland to reach 80 percent of adult and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in South Africa

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:59:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in South Africa to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Rwanda

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:59:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Rwanda to reach 80 percent of adult and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; they can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Nyanza, Kenya

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:59:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Nyanza, Kenya to reach 60 percent of adult males (ages 15–49) by 2014. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Namibia

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:58:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Namibia to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Mozambique

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:58:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Mozambique to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here illustrate only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Malawi

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:58:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Malawi to reach 80 percent of adult and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; they can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Lesotho

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:58:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Lesotho to reach 80 percent of adult and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; they can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Gambela, Ethiopia

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:58:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Gambela, Ethiopia, to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Botswana

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:07:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling up medical MC services in Botswana to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49) and newborn males by 2015. The results presented here are illustrative and for only one possible scenario; the scenarios can be modified to reflect a variety of possible policies at the country level.

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Eastern and Southern Africa

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 07:07:00 GMT

In support of efforts to scale-up male circumcision (MC) in PEPFAR programs, readily available data have been applied to estimate the potential cost and impact of scaling-up medical male circumcision services in 14 countries in Eastern and Southern Africa to reach 80 percent of adult (ages 15–49 years) and newborn males by 2015. These countries include Botswana, Ethiopia (Gambela region only), Kenya (Nyanza Province only)1, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Poverty and Youth Reproductive Health: Fact Sheet on Youth Reproductive Health Policy

Poor reproductive health is both a cause and consequence of poverty. Investments in reproductive health—including that of young people—can help (1) families to lead healthier, more productive lives, and (2) governments to realize savings in reduced demand for public services by slowing population growth, known as the demographic dividend. This fact sheet provides an overview of the relationship between poverty and youth reproductive health, including key areas for policy action.

Gender-based Violence: Fact Sheet on Youth Reproductive Health Policy

GBV encompasses a range of physical, sexual, and psychological violence that disproportionately affects women and girls. Violence against women is a major problem that negatively affects the reproductive health of women and girls. This fact sheet provides an overview of how GBV impacts youth reproductive health, including key areas for policy action.

Early Marriage and Youth Reproductive Health: Fact Sheet on Youth Reproductive Health Policy

Early marriage or child marriage is defined as the marriage or union between two people in which one or both parties are younger than 18 years old (McIntyre, 2006; ICRW, 2005). The Universal Declaration of Human Rights recognizes the right to "free and full" consent to a marriage, acknowledging that consent cannot be "free and full" when one of the individuals involved is not sufficiently mature to make an informed decision about a life partner (UNICEF, 2005).

Sustainable Livelihood Programs and HIV/AIDS: Fact Sheet on Youth Reproductive Health Policy

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:21:00 GMT

Youth reproductive health is compromised by poverty, which also results in vulnerability to HIV and other sexually transmitted infection (STIs). Studies have found that girls living in poor households are more likely to engage in high-risk behaviors, such as transactional sex, nonconsensual sex, and having sex with multiple partners, compared with those who are better off (Bruce,2006b; Hallman et al.

A Call to Act: Engaging Religious Leaders and Communities in Addressing Gender-based Violence and HIV

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:51:00 GMT

This guide was conceived and developed as the result of a USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, activity focusing on building the capacity of religious leaders—including women of faith—to address gender-based violence (GBV) in their communities, particularly in relation to HIV. While undertaking the GBV and HIV activity with religious leaders, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative discovered a lack of GBV information aimed specifically at this audience.

Policy Brief: The Law on HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:46:00 GMT

This brief is designed to provide those who are responsible for providing legal services on HIV prevention in Vietnam with a summary of key provisions, rights, and responsibilities under the HIV/AIDS Law and Implementing Decree No. 108/2007/ND-CP.

Reaching Out at the Source: Making the Case for Focused HIV Interventions in Migrant Source Areas in Uttar Pradesh

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:02:00 GMT

Migration is a significant livelihood and survival strategy for millions of people around the world, particularly for those living in poor and underdeveloped regions.1 In India, one out of every five individuals is a migrant.2 The state of Uttar Pradesh (UP) is home to over 166 million people, of which nearly one third (31%) live below the poverty line. UP has the highest net out-migration in India (-2.

Health-seeking Behavior in Rural Uttar Pradesh: Implications for HIV Prevention, Care, and Treatment

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:01:00 GMT

According to the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS) and District-Level Household Survey (DLHS) data, an average of 15 percent of the population that seeks healthcare services in Uttar Pradesh (UP) accesses government health facilities, while 85 percent opt for private providers. Although the reasons for this are multi-faceted, and include lack of confidence in the government health system, the practice has been formed over decades.

From Awareness to Knowledge: Scaling Up Interactive Channels of Communication for HIV Prevention and Stigma Reduction in Uttar Pradesh

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:01:00 GMT

Stigma is a common human reaction to disease.1 It is heightened in the context of diseases about which people have little or incomplete knowledge and leads to discrimination. In the case of HIV and AIDS, the association with sex and sexuality further complicates the situation, especially in a society, such as India, where sex is a taboo topic. The fear of stigma deters men and women from seeking testing, treatment, and care services.

Decision Maker's Program Planning Tool (DMPPT): Calculating the Costs and Impacts of a Male Circumcision Program

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:42:00 GMT

Part of a toolkit developed by the United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)/World Health Organization (WHO), the Decisionmaker's Program Planning Tool (DMPPT) enables the user to calculate the cost of male circumcision services by delivery mode based on clinical guidelines and locally derived information about staff time and salaries, supplies, equipment, and shared facility and staff costs. It also helps users calculate the net cost per HIV infection averted as a function of the number of male circumcisions performed for each service delivery and coverage timeframe option.

POLICY BRIEF: Community Perceptions of the Risks and Benefits of Seeking Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) in Guangxi, China

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:41:00 GMT

In 2007, China had an estimated 700,000 people living with HIV, but, of those, an estimated 68 percent were unaware of their HIV status. Since the key to HIV positive persons protecting themselves and others is knowing their own HIV status, the Government of China has made voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) a major pillar of its HIV prevention strategy and offers free counseling and testing services in more than 4,293 locations throughout China.

Moving Toward a Long-term Mechanism for HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control in Yunnan Province, China

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:34:00 GMT

Yunnan is one of China's worst affected provinces in terms of HIV prevalence. Epidemiological projections made by the Advocacy and Analysis (A2) project indicate an increasing number of HIV infections in Yunnan until at least 2010. Responding to the HIV threat, the province established a multisectoral HIV and AIDS prevention and control group in 1990. In 2005, it launched its first three-year "people's war" aimed at preventing, and controlling HIV and drugs.

PRISM: Purple Sky Network Regional Information System on Men Who Have Sex with Men

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:36:00 GMT

This Guide is a companion to the Purple Sky Network Regional Information System on Men Who Have Sex with Men (PRISM). PRISM is a computer-based tool that can help you gather and analyze information about HIV programs that target men who have sex with men in your cuntry, particularly information about funding for programs and about the agencies that deliver and support these programs. The Guide is written for Purple Sky Network (PSN) focal points and working groups in countries who want to use PRISM to monitor HIV programming and to advocate for expanded programming and increased resources to fill gaps.

POLICY BRIEF: Investing in HIV Prevention for Men Who Have Sex with Men: Averting a 'Perfect Storm'

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:35:00 GMT

A 'perfect storm' is brewing for the HIV epidemic among men who have sex with men in Asia. Despite mounting evidence of the effectiveness of available behavioral prevention strategies, prevention efforts among men who have sex with men are woefully insufficient - prevention services currently reach less than 8% of these men in the Asia Pacific region. Yet, to halt and reverse the epidemic among men who have sex with men, coverage with combination prevention services will need to reach 80% of men, according to the Commission on AIDS in Asia Report and this will require US$89 million for each year in the future.

Labor Unions in Mozambique Join the National Response to HIV

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:57:00 GMT

Nearly two-thirds of formal sector workers in Mozambique belong to a labor union. Despite this, while considerable attention has been paid to encouraging private employers in Mozambique to adopt and implement HIV workplace policies and programs, until recently, organized labor had not been involved in efforts to support HIV interventions in the workplace. Collaborating with labor unions complements working with employers to facilitate the private sector response to HIV.

Sindicatos dos Trabalhadores em Moçambique Aderem à Resposta Nacional Contra HIV

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:01:00 GMT

Sindicatos reivindicam direitos e negoceiam políticas de HIV no local de trabalho nas negociações colectivas anuais.

Screening Reveals the Role of Violence in Increasing HIV Vulnerability among MSM and Transgenders

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:59:00 GMT

Gender-based violence (GBV) is not only an issue for women. Emotional, physical, and sexual violence is often perpetrated against men who have sex with men (MSM), transgenders, and male sex workers as a form of discrimination against their gender identities. Such violence increases their risk for HIV. However, healthcare providers have been slow to address the issue of GBV among MSM and transgenders—

Using the RAPID Model to Make the Case for Renewed Attention to Family Planning in Sub-Saharan Africa: Focus on Tanzania

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:24:00 GMT

Helping couples achieve their desired family size through family planning (FP) leads to benefits at the individual, household, and societal levels. Good public policies can be adopted to help satisfy unmet need for family planning, slow rapid population growth, and, ultimately, reduce pressure on social services, the economy, and natural resources. With the emergence of other health and development priorities, however, family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) programs have experienced waning support.

Sustaining Policy Change: Health Policy Initiative Helps Foster an Enabling Policy Environment for Reproductive Health in Kenya

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:23:00 GMT

For more than 10 years, Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative and its predecessor, the POLICY Project, have worked closely with government and civil society partners in Kenya to raise the profile of FP/RH issues and foster an enabling policy environment. The projects' efforts have led to the drafting and adoption of key policies and strategies and the mobilization of additional resources for RH.

Finding Courage in Faith: Religious Leaders Challenge Stigma and Mobilize a Faith-based Response to HIV in Kenya

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:55:00 GMT

Faith and religion are powerful forces in the lives of most Kenyans. The integral role religion plays in people's daily lives places religious leaders in a position of tremendous trust and influence. Unfortunately, instead of serving as places of refuge from stigma for people living with HIV (PLHIV), churches and mosques have often themselves been a source of stigma and discrimination, and religious leaders have been slow to respond to the epidemic.

Raising a Common Voice: Health Policy Initiative Helps NEPHAK Bring PLHIV Together to Pursue Shared Goals

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:58:00 GMT

Founded in 2003, the National Empowerment Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya (NEPHAK) brings together networks of people living with HIV (PLHIV), nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), community-based organizations (CBOs), and individuals to pursue common goals—improving the quality of life of PLHIV and increasing their involvement in the national HIV response. Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative has supported NEPHAK since 2006.

Demanding Access: Health Policy Initiative Enhances Efforts of HIV Treatment Advocates

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:55:00 GMT

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative works to foster an enabling environment for equitable access to high-quality health services. A key to the project's success is its commitment to strengthening local advocates and champions. The Kenya Treatment Access Movement (KETAM) is one local partner that has benefitedfrom this support. Together, HPI and KETAM have successfully championed Kenyans' right to access affordable HIV treatment, care, and support services—

Caregivers Come Together: HIV-positive Health Workers Form New Network in Kenya

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:54:00 GMT

Healthcare workers are at the heart of Kenya's HIV response; yet, they themselves are vulnerable to HIV infection. Paradoxically, healthcare workers often have restricted access to treatment, care, and support services. While their profession places them in close proximity to those services, it also exposes them to heightened stigma when they test HIV positive, making them more reluctant to seek HIV services.

Investing Wisely: Health Policy Initiative Helps Kenya Improve Health Financing Policies and Systems

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:59:00 GMT

Making adequate healthcare services universally available requires striking a delicate balance between a population's health needs and available resources. It also requires the equitable and efficient allocation and use of those resources. Without proper healthcare financing strategies, no government can hope to successfully meet the health needs of its citizens. This case study describes how Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative and its predecessor, the POLICY Project, helped to strengthen Kenya's healthcare financing system.

The Role of Religious Communities in Addressing Gender-based Violence and HIV

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:22:00 GMT

This report summarizes the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 project titled The Role of Religious Communities in Addressing Gender-based Violence and HIV, which was designed and implemented by Futures Group International and Religions for Peace. Recognizing the importance of collaborating to prevent and reduce gender-based violence (GBV) and HIV among women and girls, the Initiative partners formulated the project to improve the capacity of religious leaders and faith-based organizations (FBOs) to respond to GBV and its links to HIV.

The Health and Population Policy of Uttarakhand: A Review: Application of the Policy Implementation Assessment Tool

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:20:00 GMT

In 2002, Uttarakhand became the first state in India to adopt an integrated Health and Population Policy. Since then, the government has worked to put the policy into practice, including expanding services under the Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) program and the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). Further, districts have created District Action Plans to improve local health services. In 2008, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, supported the Uttarakhand Directorate of Health and Family Welfare (DoHFW) and other stakeholders to assess the process and nature of the state policy's implementation, using the project's Policy Implementation Assessment Tool.

Rising to the Challenge: Health Policy Initiative Helps HIV-positive Teachers Tackle Stigma and Discrimination in Kenya

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:59:00 GMT

Achieving the MDGs: Yemen

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:19:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Bangladesh and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Guide for Constructive Men's Engagement in Reproductive Health

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:59:00 GMT

In 1990, Mali adopted an innovative document called the "Sectoral Policy for Health and Population." The implementation of this policy by the government and its various partners contributed to bringing public health facilities closer to the population. Thus, 76 percent and 51 percent of the population are now located within a radius of 15 km and 5 km, respectively, from health services (Local Medical Information System or SLIS, 2006).

Jamaica, Mexico, Guatemala, and Mozambique Health Policy Initiative-supported Business Councils (PPT Presentation)

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:29:00 GMT

This PowerPoint presentation was first developed by Liz Mallas for Mirka Negroni to present at a UNAIDS Latin America Regional Forum on Business Coalitions in Sao Paolo, Brazil in the fall of 2008. Kathy McClure developed the case study on the Jamaica Business Council on HIV/AIDS for a brown bag at Futures Group in summer 2009. The two presentations were combined to present the business council approach to key technical advisors at USAID in summer 2009.

An Evaluation: Implementing the A-Squared Project in Bangladesh, China, Thailand, and Vietnam

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:57:00 GMT

The Analysis and Advocacy (A²) Project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and jointly implemented by Family Health International (FHI), the East-West Center (EWC), and Futures Group. The overall goal of the project is to enhance the effectiveness of HIV and AIDS responses by promoting the use of evidence-based data to direct interventions and resources toward factors driving the HIV epidemic.

Jordan's Reproductive Health Policy Environment Score: Measuring the Degree to Which the Policy Environment in Jordan Supports Effective Policies and Programs for Reproductive Health

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:56:00 GMT

To measure the change in Jordan's policy environment over time, USAID's POLICY Project and Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, have adminstered the Policy Environment Score (PES) on three occasions: April–August 1997, June–August 2000, and December–January 2008/2009. This report focuses on the results of the 2008/2009 family planning portion of the PES survey and compares the results of the three surveys.

The RAPID Model: An Evidence-based Advocacy Tool to Help Renew Commitment to Family Planning Programs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:18:00 GMT

The RAPID Model is a computer-based tool that stakeholders can use to demonstrate the effect of rapid population growth on different sectors and the benefits of family planning (FP) programs. RAPID combines demographic and other data to assess the impact of high and declining fertility scenarios on health and education systems, the economy, and the environment, among others. RAPID is easily tailored to specific countries and indicators of interest.

Time to Deliver on Maternal Health and Family Planning Best Practices: White Ribbon Alliances in Asia and the Middle East Make It Happen

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:02:00 GMT

White Ribbon Alliances (WRAs) across Asia and the Middle East have become strong advocates for evidence-based strategies to reduce maternal mortality. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, has helped to form alliances and support their efforts to scale up family planning (FP) and maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) best practices in the region. This brief highlights the achievements of alliances from Bangladesh, India (Orissa), Indonesia, Pakistan, and Yemen.

Sénégal: Population, Planification Familiale et Développement (Presentation)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:18:00 GMT

Cette présentation présente la contribution du Sénégal à l'atteinte des Objectifs du Millénaire pour le Développement (OMD) pour la population, planification familiale, et développement. C'est présenté par la Ministère de la santé, de la prévention et de l'hygiène publique, direction de la santé

Sénégal: Population, Planification Familiale et Développement (Booklet)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:18:00 GMT

Ce guide présente la contribution du Sénégal à l'atteinte des Objectifs du Millénaire pour le Développement (OMD) pour la population, planification familiale, et développement. C'est présenté par la Ministère de la santé, de la prévention et de l'hygiène publique, direction de la santé, en collaboration avec Ressources pour l'Analyse de la Population et de son Impact sur le Dé

Positive Beginnings: Strong Networks in Vietnam Enable People Living with HIV to Take Charge of Their Futures

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:58:00 GMT

Vietnam's first case of HIV was detected in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) in 1990. Yet, by 2003, only about 20 small, self-help groups were in existence. These groups were located mainly in the big cities of Hanoi in the north and HCMC in the south. Today, five years later, the situation looks quite different. Now, Vietnam has about 200 groups, of all sizes, spread throughout the country. In 2008—

On the Right Track: Vietnam Adopts Rights-based Policies for HIV Prevention, Treatment, and Care

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:58:00 GMT

Over the past five years, Vietnam has notably improved its HIV policy and legal framework. Projects supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)—including the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 (2005–2009), and its predecessor, the POLICY Project (2002–2006)—have been instrumental in bringing about this change in Vietnam's policy environment.

Making Policies Work for People: HIV Legal Clinics and Hotline in Vietnam Ensure that PLHIV Know and Exercise Their Rights

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:57:00 GMT

Beginning in December 2006, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, collaborated with in-country partners to establish and operate legal clinics and a hotline as a way to facilitate implementation and monitoring of Vietnam's Law on Prevention and Control of HIV/AIDS, which came into force in January 2007. This success story documents the progress made by those efforts.

Creating Space for Civil Society Participation in Yunnan: An Overview of the Registration Options Available to Community-based Social Organizations

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:51:00 GMT

This report was commissioned by the USAID | Health Policy Initiative/Greater Mekong Region-China (HPI/GMR-C) to analyze the potential of new provincial guidance to support the development of the Community-based Social Organization (CBSO) sector and particularly those organizations working with most-at-risk populations (MARPs) in the context of HIV. This report also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of all five options open to CBSOs for registration and/or to be formally constituted.

Assessment of the HIV Legal Environment: Yunnan, China, October 13-30, 2008

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:51:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative/Greater Mekong Region and China (HPI/GMR-C) has worked in Yunnan since February 2008 to strengthen the policy response to HIV and AIDS. Provincial partners include the Yunnan Provincial AIDS Bureau and the Yunnan Center for Disease Control (CDC). In 2009-2010, HPI/GMR-C will broaden its work to strengthen the legal environment in Yunnan. In October 2008, two legal consultants (Mr.

Reversing the Trends: The Second National Health Sector Strategic Plan of Kenya (NHSSP II) 2005-2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Mapping Donor Support for HIV Programming for Men Who Have Sex with Men in the Greater Mekong Subregion

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:52:00 GMT

The following report outlines an investigation into the breadth of sexual health programming targeted toward men who have sex with men (MSM) across the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), which includes Cambodia, Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR), Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, and Guangxi and Yunnan provinces of the People's Republic of China. This activity was completed by the Burnet Institute, on behalf of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative/Greater Mekong Region-China (HPI/GMR-C), with a view to building the policy and advocacy platform for organizations working with MSM across the GMS for the next 2-3 years.

Contraceptive Security: Ready Lessons II (Overview)

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:34:00 GMT

This is the overview portion of the second booklet in the series of Contraceptive Security Ready Lessons. These booklets suggests some practical steps USAID Missions and their partners can take to promote and support country-led programs for contraceptive security: strategies to establish and maintain secure supplies of contraceptives and condoms. The Health Policy Initiative contributed to drafting some of the lessons included in this booklet.

Reproductive Health Action Plan (RHAP): Stage II (2008-2012) (English and Arabic)

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:56:00 GMT

Since 2002, Jordan has successfully expanded the availability of high-quality family planning services through the two stages of the Reproductive Health Action Plan (RHAP-I and RHAP-II). This booklet contains the second Reproductive Health Action Plan, which was developed by the Higher Population Council of Jordan with support from Task Order 1 of the Health Policy Initiative.

Manual del Facilitador: Orientación/Consejera y sesiones educativas en Salud Sexual y Reproductiva con Adecuación Cultural

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:15:00 GMT

Training manual for providing culturally appropriate counseling developed by the Ministry of Health of Peru in partnership with the Health Policy Initiative.

Relatório Sobre a Revisào dos Dados de Vigilancia Epidemiológica do HIV

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:02:00 GMT

Report on the review of epidemiological surveillance data for HIV in Mozambique.

Programme National de Lutte Contre le SIDA: Cadre Politique (Haiti)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:41:00 GMT

Programme National de Lutte contre le SIDA: Plan Strategique National Multisectoriel (2008-2012)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:41:00 GMT

National Strategic Plan for HIV (2008-2012) developed with support from the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1.

Human Resources for Health: Tools and Publications

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:56:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, fosters an enabling policy environment for improved health, especially HIV, family planning/reproductive health, and maternal health programs. Having adequate human resources is essential for scaling up and sustaining effective, accessible, high-quality health programs. To help ensure human resources, the project assists program planners to estimate human resource and training needs;

Family Planning and the MDGs: Saving Lives, Saving Resources

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:16:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, has completed and updated analyses for more than 30 countries that demonstrate the significant contribution of family planning (FP) to achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Family planning helps to improve health outcomes (e.g., fewer maternal and child deaths) and reduce costs for meeting the MDGs (by reducing the size of the target populations in need of services).

RAPID Mali: Population, Development, and Quality of Life

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:16:00 GMT

Mali's population has tripled since it achieved independence in 1960. The country's fertility rate has remained stagnant for the past two decades and contraceptive prevalence rates remain much lower than in many other African countries. At the current rate of growth, the population would double in size in about 24 years. The purpose of this presentation is to examine some of the implications of this rapid growth for Mali's social and economic development.

Tanzania: Population, Reproductive Health and Development (RAPID presentation, English)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:16:00 GMT

Tanzania continues to have high birth rates and one of the fastest growing populations in the world. At the current rate of growth, the population would double in size in about 25 years. The purpose of this presentation is to examine some of the implications of this rapid growth for the social and economic development of the country. It is divided into five sections: The Tanzanian Development Vision;

Tanzania: Idadi ya Watu, Afya ya Uzazi na Maendeleo (RAPID booklet, Swahili)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:16:00 GMT

Tanzania continues to have high birth rates and one of the fastest growing populations in the world. At the current rate of growth, the population would double in size in about 25 years. The purpose of this document is to consider some of the implications of this rapid growth for the social and economic development of the country. It is divided into five sections: The Tanzanian Development Vision;

Literature Database for Evaluating HIV/AIDS Interventions (Excel Spreadsheet)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:34:00 GMT

A literature review was used to develop a searchable Excel workbook of published and nonpublished HIV/AIDS intervention studies in the developing world. Originally published under the POLICY project, the workbook was updated in 2008 under the Health Policy Initiative. The companion document in pdf format is available here: http:

Health Policy Initiative Task Order 1 Overview

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:09:00 GMT

This flyer provides an overview of Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1's activities and scope of work.

L'Engagement constructif des hommes en la sante de la reproduction: une guide de formation des relais communautaires

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:32:00 GMT

This curriculum was developed as part of a USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 project focused on building an enabling policy and institutional environment for constructive men's engagement (CME) in reproductive health in Mali. The project worked with the Ministry of Health and other partners in facilitating the process of creating national guidelines to integrate CME in family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) and to improve women's and men's uptake of FP/RH services.

Lutte contre la violence basée sur le genre dans les programmes de santé de l'USAID: un guide pour les responsables de programmes du secteur de la santé

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:15:00 GMT

In 2004, USAID commissioned an in-depth literature review (Guedes, 2004) that summarizes promising interventions from the field. The present guide is meant to complement the literature review and is intended to help USAID program officers integrate gender-based violence (GBV) initiatives into their health sector portfolio during project design, implementation, and evaluation. The guide focuses on what the health sector can do, keeping in mind that preventing and responding to gender-based violence requires a multisectoral approach.

Programas de USAID Aluden a Violencia Basada en el Género: Guía para Functionarios de Programas de Salud

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:15:00 GMT

A Trend Analysis of the Family Planning Market in Jordan: Informing Policy and Program Planning

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:55:00 GMT

According to the recent 2007 Jordan Population and Family Health Survey (JPFHS), Jordan has been successful in increasing the use of modern family planning (FP) methods among married women ages 15–49. Since 2002, the country has made strides in expanding the availability of high-quality FP services and products through two Reproductive Health Action Plans (RHAP-I and RHAP-II). However, population growth, high unmet need for FP methods, and marked disparities in FP indicators for certain populations create near-term challenges for the government of Jordan to fully meet the FP needs of its population.

Family-friendly Workplace: A Model for Estimating the Cost Savings of Implementing Family-friendly Policies (manual)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:55:00 GMT

The Family-Friendly Workplace (FFW) Model is designed to engage individuals and groups from diverse institutions in all sectors to make workplaces more family-friendly. The FFW model will help reproductive health advocates and employers of women understand the benefits and costs of implementing policies that support women in their reproductive years. Users of the model may be human resource departments of medium-sized and large companies, family planning advocates, maternal health advocates or groups representing women in the workplace.

Constructive Men's Engagement in Reproductive Health: A Training-of-Trainers' Manual

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:53:00 GMT

Islamic Leaders Become a Force for Change in Indonesia's HIV Response

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:56:00 GMT

To build support for HIV prevention at the community level in Indonesia, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, partnered with two prominent Islamic organizations, Muhammadiyah and Nahdlatul Ulama. Focusing on East Java, the project strengthened the HIV advocacy capacity of the organizations' provincial leaders, Syafiq Abdul Mughni and H. Sonhaji Abdussomad, respectively. These leaders have recruited additional HIV champions, forming a team of eight leaders representing district government bodies and different sectors within the Islamic community (including a university and women's group).

HIV Policy and Advocacy in the Greater Mekong Region and China

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:51:00 GMT

This brief provides an overview of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in the Greater Mekong Region and China (HPI/GMR-C). The project aims to improve the enabling environment for HIV prevention, care, and treatment by ensuring that national and local HIV policies are adopted and implemented; public sector and civil society champions and networks are developed and strengthened; and timely, accurate data are used for evidence-based decision making.

Jumuiya ya Kikristo Tanzania: Mwongozo wa Makanisa Katika Kupambana na Unyanyapaa na Ubaguzi kwa Watu Wenye Virusi vya Ukimwi na UKIMWI

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:31:00 GMT

This booklet contains guidelines on HIV-related stigma and discrimination issued by the Christian Council of Tanzania (Swahili only).

Baraza Kuu la Waislamu Tanzania: Mwongozo wa Kiislamu Katika Kupambana na Unyanyapaa na Ubaguzi kwa Watu Wenye Virus vya Ukimwi na UKIMWI

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:47:00 GMT

This booklet contains guidelines on HIV-related stigma and discrimination issued by the National Muslim Council of Tanzania (Swahili only).

Community-based Distribution of Injectable Contraceptives in Malawi

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:14:00 GMT

This report presents research findings on the potential for making contraceptives, and in particular injectable contraceptives, widely available through using a community-based distribution (CBD) approach. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, conducted the research, which in part influenced the Malawi Ministry of Health's (MOH) recent decision to allow paraprofessionals to provide injectable contraceptives.

Approaches That Work: Community-based Distribution of Injectable Contraceptives

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:14:00 GMT

Contraceptive prevalence rates in many sub-Saharan African countries surged in the mid-1990s. Much of this increase can be attributed to additional resources devoted to family planning (FP) programs and the uptake of specific methods, including injectable contraceptives. For example, use of injectables in Malawi grew from 2 percent in 1992 to 18 percent in 2004. Surveys in many African countries have found that women prefer injectable contraceptives;

Rapid Assessment on Policy and Operational Barriers to the Integration of FP/RH/HIV Services in Kenya

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:39:00 GMT

As part of an overall effort to improve access to family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) in selected countries, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, conducted a literature review and rapid assessment to identify policy and operational barriers to the integration of FP/RH and HIV in Kenya. The project is continuing to support work to eliminate these barriers by facilitating an ongoing and participatory process to develop an integration strategy and operational policy guidelines.

Family-Friendly Workplace Model: Helping Companies Analyze the Benefits of Family-Friendly Policies (Brief)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:47:00 GMT

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative seeks to strengthen multisectoral engagement and national coordination in the design, implementation, and financing of health programs. HPI developed the Family-Friendly Workplace (FFW) Model as a tool for engaging stakeholders to build support for family-friendly workplaces. The model enables businesses to more easily analyze the costs and advantages of providing family-friendly benefits and, through the analysis process, to better understand and address the needs of their employees.

Assessing Progress Toward Reaching Uttar Pradesh's Population Policy Goals Through Demand-based Family Planning

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:13:00 GMT

In 2000, Uttar Pradesh (UP), India's most populous state, adopted a Population Policy that sets a goal of reaching replacement-level fertility by 2016. Achieving this goal should help reduce maternal and child mortality (due to fewer high-risk births), decrease investment in public education and health services, and attain a more favorable dependency ratio. In turn, lower fertility and mortality should have a positive impact on macroeconomic trends.

Men Matter: Scaling Up Approaches to Promote Constructive Men's Engagement in Reproductive Health and Gender Equity

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:13:00 GMT

In recent years, constructive men's engagement (CME) programs have become important components of interventions that address gender inequity and the resulting adverse health outcomes. These programs were designed in response to strong evidence that activities must engage men to effectively change power imbalances that deny or hinder women's access to resources, decisionmaking, and services. Such imbalances can increase women's and men's exposure to greater health risks, including violence, and can create barriers to men's health-seeking behaviors.

Bolivian Communities Take Action Against GBV

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:04:00 GMT

Bolivian community leaders launch the Avances de Paz (Advances of Peace) movement to prevent GBV using a community-based, grassroots approach.

Vouchers to Improve Access by the Poor to Reproductive Health Services: Design and Early Implementation Experience of a Pilot Voucher Scheme in Agra District, Uttar Pradesh, India

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:54:00 GMT

In India, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing financial and technical support to develop public-private partnerships to expand access to family planning and reproductive child health (FP/RCH) services among the poor. As part of this work, the USAID-funded Innovations in Family Planning Services Technical Assistance Project (ITAP/Delhi) developed a model for a voucher scheme to enable women below the poverty line (BPL) to use FP/RCH services offered by collaboratingprivate providers.

Laying the Foundation: PLHIV in MENA Share Knowledge, Build a Network

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:57:00 GMT

The strongest barrier to PLHIV engagement in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has been stigma-related isolation—isolation from each other, from information about HIV, and from the regional and global PLHIV community. The work of the Health Policy Initiative and its partners has given a core group of PLHIV the tools to break the isolation PLHIV face in the region and build a network of support and a path to PLHIV leadership.

Technical Assistance Guide on HIV and AIDS: Programme Implementation (Mentorship Workshop/Policy Champions Program) (South Africa)

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:15:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative and its predecessor, the POLICY Project, have been helping to strengthen the capacity of the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) to manage HIV in the public sector workplace. One of the key outputs of this work was "Managing HIV/AIDS in the Workplace: A Guide for Government Departments," which was distributed and used to support the design and implementation of HIV policies in all of South Africa's provinces.

Applying the Allocate Model to Improve Decisionmaking at the Regional Level: A Case Study of Ukraine

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:12:00 GMT

The decentralization of health services has increasingly become a priority in many countries. In this context, it is crucial for country governments to develop comprehensive national plans to address health problems. However, for effective implementation of these plans, it is also important to (1) empower provincial and district health officials to actively participate in the allocation of resources and (2) build their capacity to provide high-quality health services.

Estudio de Barreras Para el Acceso a la Planificación Familiar de la Población Indígena (Guatemala)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:12:00 GMT

Los resultados de este informe describen la situación de las barreras para el acceso a la planificación familiar de la población indígena en los servicios del Ministerio de Salud Pública y Asistencia Social, el Instituto Guatemalteco de Seguridad Social, y la Asociación Pro Bienestar de la Familia de Guatemala, APROFAM. El informe fue elaborado por: Ministerio de Salud Pú

Highly Vulnerable Children: 2008 Country Profile for Uganda

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:56:00 GMT

This country profile for Uganda provides a snapshot of the range of agencies and programs working toward responding to emergency and long-term needs and improving the lives of highly vulnerable children. It is hoped that the Ministry of Gender, Labor, and Social Development; U.S. Agencies; United Nations partners; bilateral agencies, and private organizations—through community-level implementing partners—

HIV-positive Women in Mexico Step Out of the Shadows (Mexico)

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:55:00 GMT

The first-ever registered NGO for HIV-positive women in Mexico promotes empowerment and networking.

Increasing Access to Family Planning Services Among Indigenous Groups in Guatemala (brief)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:11:00 GMT

Indigenous groups constitute about 40 percent of Guatemala's total population and 75 percent of its poor. Most indigenous people have limited access to healthcare services, including family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH). To help increase access to FP/RH services among Guatemala's indigenous populations, from April 2006-April 2008, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, identified barriers to access among indigenous groups and worked with Guatemala's major health service providers to design and implement effective strategies and service delivery practices to overcome the barriers.

Increasing Access to Family Planning Among Indigenous Groups in Guatemala (full report)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:11:00 GMT

This report describes an initiative to promote equitable access to family planning and reproductive health services (FP/RH) among indigenous women in Guatemala. The lessons learned from this approach and its application in five districts can be applied to other settings.

Make a Case for Supplies: Leading Voices in Securing Reproductive Health Supplies: An Advocacy Guide and Toolkit

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:12:00 GMT

This guide and toolkit offers general information and guidance on advocacy communication that has been useful to many groups interested in advocating for improved RH policy environments. The information is complemented by examples and templates of advocacy tools targeted specifically to the aims the Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition has set forth for securing long-term availability of high-quality reproductive health supplies.

VIH/SIDA au Mali: Atteindre l'Accès Universel d'ici 2015

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:55:00 GMT

How Contraceptive Use Affects Maternal Mortality

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:10:00 GMT

It is widely recognized that family planning contributes to reducing maternal mortality by reducing the number of births that expose women to mortality risk. There is also evidence that increases in contraceptive use may reduce the risk per birth by eliminating the highest risk births. We use a demographic projection package and estimates from the United Nations Population Division to estimate the impact of the decline in the total fertility rate in the developing world on the number of births and the number of maternal deaths.

Contraceptive Security Index 2006: A Tool for Priority Setting and Planning

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:43:00 GMT

Safeguarding contraceptive security requires cooperation between the public and private sectors to ensure a supportive policy environment, appropriate forecasting and procurement of commodities, efficient supply chains, well-trained providers, effective service delivery systems, an accepting social environment, and adequate financing. To plan effective interventions to reach this goal, policymakers, program managers, and international donor agencies need to know if and how their programs are progressing toward contraceptive security.

Gender-Based Violence in Tanzania: An Assessment of Policies, Services, and Promising Interventions

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:44:00 GMT

Gender-based violence (GBV) is a grave reality in the lives of many women in Tanzania. The findings of this report are based on a qualitative gender-based violence assessment conducted in Tanzania in 2005 and a follow-up visit in 2008. The findings indicate that many forms of GBV, including intimate partner violence and rape, are seen as normal and are met with acceptance by both men and women. Women and girls are also frequently blamed for causing or provoking GBV.

Introduction to Population Projections: An E-learning Course

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:05:00 GMT

The DemProj e-learning course instructs learners on using the DemProj Model and understanding basic demographic concepts. Divided into three parts, the course explains the basic measures of population and the processes that influence population growth and then provides step-by-step instructions in making population projections.

World AIDS Day 2008

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:14:00 GMT

December 1, 2008, marked the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, with the theme of "Lead, Empower, Deliver." This flyer describes how the core approaches of USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI), Task Order 1 embody these themes.

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: Dnipropetrovsk Oblast

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:49:00 GMT

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: Zaporizhia Oblast

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:50:00 GMT

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: Kharkiv Oblast

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:50:00 GMT

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: Sumy Oblast

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:50:00 GMT

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: AR Crimea

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:49:00 GMT

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: Kherson Oblast

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:50:00 GMT

TB/HIV Situational Analysis: Sevastopol City

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:50:00 GMT

Policy and Legislation for TB Control in Ukraine: Current Situation and Improvement Opportunities

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:42:00 GMT

This document is a review of the legal framework for tuberculosis control in Ukraine.

AI Best Practices Guide

Tue, 19 May 2009 15:02:00 GMT

This guide presents best practices for the prevention of avian influenza in the Ukraine.

Guidelines for the Establishment and Management of Amenity Wards in Public Hospitals in Kenya

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:14:00 GMT

Public hospitals in Kenya operate various categories of wards. However, the categorization of the wards has not been clear. In addition, standards in the amenity wards have not been appropriately regulated and coordinated, resulting in different input and output standards throughout the country. The lack of clear guidelines on the establishment and operation of amenity wards has resulted in varying quality of services, staffing levels, equipment, and capacities--with disparities across facilities within the same tier in the health system.

Guide pour l'Engagement Constructif des Hommes en Santé de la Reproduction

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:09:00 GMT

Partout dans le monde, et au Mali encore plus, les hommes jouent un rôle clé en tant que décideurs dans la vie du couple, y compris par rapport aux opportunités qu'ont les femmes et les filles de travailler, d'aller à l'école, de fréquenter les établissements sanitaires et de contrôler leur maternité. L'élaboration de politiques et de straté

DPSA Technical Assistance Report: HIV and AIDS Workplace Program (South Africa)

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:09:00 GMT

The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has led the government's response to the potential impact of HIV and AIDS in the public sector and has supported government departments in the development of HIV workplace policies and programs. In 2006, the Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) and DPSA conducted a series of evaluations of the progress to date in workplace HIV programs.

Contraceptive Procurement in Peru: Diversifying Providers

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:09:00 GMT

This report describes how the Government of Peru was successful in diversifying its procurement options and mechanisms for contraceptive commodities. It shows the progress made between 1999, when Peru began purchasing contraceptive supplies with public funds, and mid-2007, when important changes were made in procurement channels. Today, the Peruvian government procures contraceptives from multiple national and international suppliers and is able to negotiate for favorable prices and other terms.

Achieving Uttar Pradesh's Population Policy Goals through Demand-based Family Planning Programs: Taking Stock at the Mid-point

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:09:00 GMT

This report describes progress in achieving the goals of the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Population Policy adopted in 2000, the implications of alternative fertility and mortality trends during the next decade, and strategies and program initiatives recommended by national and state policymakers and other experts. To assess progress in implementing the UP Population Policy and to show how fertility trends would affect maternal and child health and socioeconomic development, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, analyzed data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-3) conducted in 2005—

Peru: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:09:00 GMT

Los Objetivos de Desarrollo del Milenio (ODM)—un conjunto de ocho metas importantes, con límite de tiempo, que abarca desde la reducción a la mitad de la pobreza extrema hasta lograr la educación primaria universal—constituyen un plan para el desarrollo mundial convenido por los estados miembros de las Naciones Unidas e instituciones internacionales de desarrollo. Sin embargo, lograrlos será

El Salvador: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:08:00 GMT

Bolivia: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:08:00 GMT

Movilizando apoyo político y recursos para la planificación familiar en un ambiente descentralizado: Lineamientos para países de América Latina y el Caribe

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:08:00 GMT

This is the Spanish language version of "Mobilizing Political Support and Resources for Family Planning in a Decentralized Setting: Guidelines for Latin American and Caribbean Countries." This report presents some case studies of and guidelines for strengthening the policy environment for family planning (FP) in Latin American countries undergoing decentralization. The intended audiences are policymakers, program planners, and specialists in government and civil society organizations, including nongovernmental organizations working in family planning.

Kupinga Unyanyapaa na Ubaguzi kwa Watu Waishio na Virusi vya UKIMWI/UKIMWI: Tenzi, Mashairi, Ngonjera, Kaswida na Michezo ya Kuigiza kwa Kutumia Mafunzo ya Madrasa

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:33:00 GMT

The Health Policy Initiative, in partnership with the National Muslim Council of Tanzania, created this collection of poems, songs, and plays to help Madrasa teachers in Tanzania to raise their students' awareness of HIV-related stigma and encourage them to combat stigma in their community.

Kupinga Unyanyapaa na Ubaguzi kwa Watu Waishio na Virusi vya UKIMWI/UKIMWI: Tenzi, Mashairi, Ngonjera, Kaswida na Michezo ya Kuigiza kwa Kutumia Mafunzo ya Shule za Jumapili

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:32:00 GMT

The Health Policy Initiative, in partnership with the Christian Council of Tanzania created this collection of poems, songs, and plays to help Sunday School teachers in Tanzania to raise their students' awareness of HIV-related stigma and encourage them to combat stigma in their community.

PLHIV Leaders Emerge in MENA

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:57:00 GMT

This document tells the story of how Arab PLHIV came together to form the region's first PLHIV network.

Salvaguardando la Disponibilidad Asegurada de Insumos Anticonceptivos en América Latina y El Caribe

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:08:00 GMT

This is the Spanish version of "Safeguarding Contraceptive Security in Latin America and the Caribbean," a brief that describes the Health Policy Initiative's contributions to USAID's Regional Initiative on Contraceptive Security for Latin America and the Caribbean. A companion CD-ROM is available, which contains all the listed resources as well as supplemental materials.

Safeguarding Contraceptive Security in Latin America and the Caribbean

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:08:00 GMT

This brief describes HPI's contributions to the work of USAID's Regional Initiative on Contraceptive Security in Latin America and the Caribbean. It highlights key approaches and activities and provides an extensive list of resources. A CD-ROM companion to this brief is available. It contains all the resources, as well as supplemental materials.

Mobilizing Political Support and Resources for Family Planning in a Decentralized Setting: Guidelines for Latin American and Caribbean Countries

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:08:00 GMT

This paper presents some case studies of and guidelines for strengthening the policy environment for family planning (FP) in Latin American countries undergoing decentralization. The intended audiences are policymakers, program planners, and specialists in government and civil society organizations, including nongovernmental organizations working in family planning. The guidelines draw on literature on the decentralization of health systems in Latin America and on research findings garnered through key informant interviews in Bolivia and Mexico.

Honduras: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:07:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)–a set of eight important, timebound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Guatemala and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Guatemala: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:07:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, timebound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Guatemala and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

A Multi-tiered Approach to Meeting Family Planning Needs of the Poor in Peru

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:06:00 GMT

More than half of Peru's population lives in poverty, with significant disparities evident between urban and rural areas and between indigenous and non-indigenous populations. Disparities in access to health services among income groups, and ethnic groups are found in family planning (FP) use as well. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative identified barriers that restrict poor women's access to and use of FP services, and then designed interventions to address barriers related to existing financing mechanisms.

Pour que la planification familiale soit inscrite au processus du DSRP: un guide servant à intégrer les programmes de planification familiale aux documents de stratégie de réduction de la pauvreté

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:06:00 GMT

La planification familiale est au titre des nombreuses stratégies qui permettent de ralentir la croissance de la population et d'alléger les pressions démographiques, aidant ainsi les pays à sortir de la pauvreté. Le présent guide se veut un outil destiné aux plaidoyeurs de la planification familiale — dont la société civile et les ONG, les organisations internationales et les bailleurs de fonds ainsi que les repré

Coming Together: Health Policy Initiative Helps PLHIV Build Stronger Networks

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:55:00 GMT

This case study highlights a successful district and regional network building approach in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, supported by the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1. With the project's support, the Kinondoni District Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS (KINDIPHA+) has improved its leadership and management skills, designed a five-year strategic plan, and fostered the formation of sister networks in two neighboring districts.

Leading the Way: Health Policy Initiative Mobilizes Religious Leader Response to HIV

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:57:00 GMT

Many faith-based organizations have responded to the HIV epidemic by encouraging prevention and providing care and support. Yet, challenges such as stigma, shame, denial, discrimination, inaction, and mis-action persist. Since 2006, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, has mobilized religious leaders in response to the HIV epidemic in Tanzania. The project's partners include Christian and Muslim organizations, as well as HIV-positive religious leaders.

Tanzania Adopts HIV Law

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:46:00 GMT

This case study explores how the USAID-funded POLICY Project and USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, have worked to promote an enabling environment for HIV programs in Tanzania. In February 2008, Tanzania's Parliament passed the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, which prohibits discrimination against people living with HIV. The act also outlines the roles of the government, health sector, NGOs, faith-based groups, and the private sector in the national HIV response.

Tanzanian Media Join HIV Response

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:49:00 GMT

With technical assistance from the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, media houses in Tanzania are answering the call to become part of the private sector response to HIV. To date, 16 major media houses have adopted HIV workplace policies

Community Activist Combats Stigma (Tanzania)

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:08:00 GMT

This story describes Jackson Ngaiti, the Secretary of the Kongwa Red Cross Society. Ngaiti has become the driving force behind a community mobilization campaign to fight stigma in Tanzania's remote Kongwa district.

Gender-related Barriers to Emerging HIV Prevention Methods: A Review of Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Guidelines (PPT)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:26:00 GMT

Britt Herstad gave this presentation at the 2008 AIDS Conference in Mexico City, Mexico.

Contrasting the Process of OVC Policy Development and Policy Implementation in Vietnam: Results from a Study on Barriers to a Policy Implementation (poster)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:28:00 GMT

In the last decade, there has been much work to develop evidence-based HIV-related policies and strategic action plans. However, concerns remain about how quickly and effectively those policies are translated into prevention, treatment, and care programs and services. Policy implementation lags behind the process of policy development. The lack of guiding approaches to policy implementation limits our understanding of HIV policy development and the impact of how policy initiatives affect the epidemic.

Assessment of the Contextual Interaction Theory to Identify HIV Policy Implementation Barriers in Three Countries in Asia (poster)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:27:00 GMT

The transformation of policy into programs has long been recognized by researchers and practitioners as fraught with implementation difficulties that are not easily remedied by training and capacity building. Twenty years of research has demonstrated that policy and program implementation involves a multi-layered, multi-actor network of organizations with some role in policy or program implementation.

Understanding Operational Barriers to Family Planning Services in Conflict-affected Countries: Experiences from Sierra Leone

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:05:00 GMT

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) estimates that there were 20.8 million refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) at the start of 2006 (UNHCR, 2006). Forced migration due to war and persecution brings with it a host of risks and insecurities resulting from the loss of family and community ties, limited access to food and shelter, disruption of what may be already inadequate health and social services, and increased psychological trauma and physical abuse.

Democratic Republic of Congo: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:05:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, timebound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for the Democratic Republic of Congo and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Reducing Adolescent Girls' Vulnerability to HIV Infection: Examining Microfinance and Sustainable Livelihood Approaches

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:46:00 GMT

This literature and program review focused on the current and future role of microfinance and sustainable livelihood strategies in reducing adolescent girls' vulnerability to HIV infection in developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Part 1 of the review focuses on youth-centered programs to prevent HIV infection among vulnerable female adolescents—including microfinance and sustainable livelihood programs.

Adecuación cultural de la orientación / consejería en salud sexual y reproductiva: documento técnico

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:04:00 GMT

Produced by Peru's Ministry of Health with support from the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 in Peru, the objective of this publication is to help improve the quality of reproductive health (RH) services by strengthening the patient-provider relationship through cultural adaptation and counseling. The manual establishes technical guidelines for taking cultural customs, practices, and expectations into consideration when implementing RH counseling in primary healthcare facilities.

Combining Epidemiology and Economic Analysis to Inform the Response to the HIV Epidemic in Ho Chi Minh City

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:08:00 GMT

The overall objective of the A2 Project is to develop a clear understanding of the HIV epidemic in countries in the region and to translate that understanding into effective policies and appropriately targeted and resourced programs. Governments and donors can then make evidence-based decisions using an empirical base to ensure that resources dedicated to HIV truly make a difference. The analyses produced by the A2 Project provide sound evidence of the need for increased resources and should be used to guide both the mobilization and allocation of resources to interventions that address the factors driving the epidemic in Ho Chi Minh City.

The HIV Epidemic in Ho Chi Minh City: Costs of Things to Come

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:08:00 GMT

This publication presents projections from the Analysis and Advocacy (A2) Project on the likely course of the epidemic and the costeffectiveness and implications of four intervention scenarios. There is clearly a substantial risk of continued growth in HIV in Ho Chi Minh City. It is hoped that the analyses and recommendations presented in this brief will be reflected in the decisionmaking priorities and resource allocations of the HCMC HIV/AIDS strategy and action plans.

Kenya Adopts First National Reproductive Health Policy

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:29:00 GMT

This success story describes HPI's role in supporting the development and adoption of Kenya's first national reproductive health policy.

Analysis of the Operational Policy Barriers to Financing and Procuring Contraceptives in Malawi

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:04:00 GMT

Contraceptive security exists when every person can choose, obtain, and use high-quality contraceptives whenever they need them. Two of the most important factors in achieving contraceptive security are adequate financing and efficient contraceptive procurement mechanisms. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative and USAID | DELIVER Project are working together to develop a methodology for identifying operational policy barriers in the financing and procurement of family planning (FP) products.

Guatemala Congress Establishes Policy Monitoring Board

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:04:00 GMT

Policies are not always implemented after they are adopted, and often do not achieve desired results. As part of a pilot test of a new tool designed to assess policy implementation, the Health Policy Initiative evaluted the Social Development and Population Policy in Guatemala. The study's findings prompted the Congress of Guatemala to establish a monitoring board for reproductive health (RH), which will monitor the implementation of RH laws, find new funding sources, and spread RH awareness.

Increasing the Involvement of HIV-Positive Women in HIV Organizations

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:19:00 GMT

This guide was prepared for use by organizations run by and for people living with HIV (PLHIV) that offer support, services, or advocacy-related work, and is designed to help these organizations to examine how they can empower their women members, as well as integrate gender as part of the organization. Board members of HIV organizations can use the guide to examine their policies around gender equity, and program managers can use it when planning future programs.

Enfoques que funcionan: Equidad en salud

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:51:00 GMT

Spanish version of "Approaches that Work: Health Equity," a brief summaring HPI-TO1's capabilities in promoting health equity. Overall improvements in healthcare systems often fail to benefit those in greatest need. The poor have worse health outcomes, use health services less, and benefit less from government health expenditures than the better-off. The Health Policy Initiative uses a policy-based approach to help countries achieve greater equity in access to quality healthcare services.

Enfoques que funcionan: Violencia basada en el género

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:51:00 GMT

Spanish version of "Approaches that Work: Gender-based Violence," a brief summarizing HPI-TO1's capabilities for addressing gender-based violence.

Enfoques que funcionan: Iniciativas sobre VIH en el lugar de trabajo

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:51:00 GMT

Spanish version of "Approaches that Work: Workplace HIV Initiatives." Beginning in 2004, the USAID-funded POLICY Project worked in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) to promote HIV workplace policies and programs. Building on these efforts, the follow-on USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, and the AIDS Responsibility Project (ARP) have continued to support and establish business councils in Mexico, Jamaica, and Guatemala.

Increasing Access to Family Planning Among the Poor in Peru: Building on and Strengthening Financing Mechanisms for the Poor

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:03:00 GMT

This report describes the two-step process the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) implemented to address low levels of family planning (FP) use and to respond to the FP/reproductive health (RH) needs of poor women in the region of Junin, Peru. HPI first identified the barriers that affect poor women's access to and use of FP services, and then designed interventions to address barriers related to existing financing mechanisms to ensure a sustainable and replicable response.

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:16:00 GMT

Analysis of HIV epidemic situation and counteraction analysis in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in Cherkassy Oblast and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:15:00 GMT

Analysis of HIV Epidemic and counteraction analysis in Cherkassy oblast.

International and National Legal and Regulatory Review on HIV-infected and Affected Children in Ukraine (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:26:00 GMT

HIV acts in collusion with many other problems such as tuberculosis, drug use, and poverty to negatively impact infant mortality, child survival, and children's growth and development. Families in which adults or children are living with HIV face a number of socioeconomic and medical problems: family member's under-access social and medical services, they are subject to violence, discrimination, and increased risk for aquiring HIV.

Fundamentals of Voluntary HIV Counseling and Testing (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:59:00 GMT

This guide provides an introduction to the basic HIV challenges, in particular, those related to Voluntary HIV Counseling and Testing (VCT), and is intended for doctors. The authors emphasize that VCT is one of the most important services in the country, which provides the population with the access to prevention, diagnostics, medical, and social care. Since pre- and post-test counseling in medical settings is a novelty, this guide will be of great help to students and doctors.

Lessons Learned from Social Support Services for Families and Children Living with HIV: Practices Outside of Ukraine

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:33:00 GMT

This paper provides highlights of lessons gleaned from review of a selection of current social support practices for families and children living with HIV. The selected practices are drawn primarily from developed country settings with abundant resources and well-organized public social service delivery systems.

Functioning of HIV-positive People Treatment, Care, and Support System in Donetsk Region (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:57:00 GMT

Report on the status of PLHIV treatment, care, and support in Ukraine's Donetsk region. The idea of NGO shadow reports on this topic was engendered by the Ukrainian "Coalition of HIV Service Organizations." The report is based on the findings of surveys of PLHIV experience in treatment, care, and support, as well as their experience of stigma and discrimination on the part of healthcare providers.

Guide to Operations for HIV Coordination Councils (at the local level) (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:06:00 GMT

Functioning of HIV-positive People Treatment, Care, and Support System in Kherson Oblast (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:58:00 GMT

Functioning of HIV-positive People Treatment, Care, and Support System in Mykolayiv Region (Ukrainian)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:43:00 GMT

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in Kherson Oblast and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:17:00 GMT

Analysis of HIV epidemic in Kherson oblast.

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in AR of Crimea and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:14:00 GMT

Analysis of the HIV epidemic situation in AR of Crimea.

Joint Review of the Tuberculosis Control Programme in Ukraine for 2001-2005 (Ukrainian)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:43:00 GMT

A review of TB control activities was commissioned by the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and carried out by national and international experts, including staff of the Research Institute for Phthisiology and Pneumonology (the Institute), Kiev and Sevastopol City TB Dispensaries and Oblast TB programmes. The working group included national and international institutions, including the Institute, USAID, PATH, WHO and the Futures Group.

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in Odessa Oblast and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:18:00 GMT

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in Donetsk Oblast and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:17:00 GMT

Analysis of HIV epidemic situation in Donetsk oblast.

HIV/AIDS Epidemic Situation in Kyiv City and Counteraction Analysis (Ukrainian)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:17:00 GMT

Situation analysis of HIV/AIDS epidemic in Kyiv City.

Ley planificación familiar, un derecho humano: exijamos que se cumpla

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Ley planificación familiar, un derecho humano: exijamos que se cumpla (The Universal and Equitable Access to Family Planning Services Law and its Integration in the Reproductive Health Program) is a user-friendly, simplified version of the Guatemalan Family Planning Law Decree 85-2007. The Ministry of Health and partners, with HPI technical support, prepared the document to help communities understand the law and its implications.

Los comités para la disponibilidad asegurada de insumos anticonceptivos: su aporte en América Latina y el Caribe

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:03:00 GMT

La disponibilidad asegurada de insumos anticonceptivos (DAIA) existe cuando todos los individuos puedan escoger, obtener, y utilizar métodos anticonceptivos de alta calidad cuando los necesiten. Este documento forma parte de cuatro estudios de caso que se están elaborando, sobre estrategias regionales innovadoras implementadas por uno o más países para poder avanzar en el logro de la DAIA.

Contraceptive Procurement Policies, Practices, and Options: Paraguay

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:33:00 GMT

In light of the phaseout of donor funds for family planning in Latin America and the Caribbean, Paraguay will be facing increasing responsibility to finance and procure contraceptive commodities in the near future. The Government of Paraguay will need to look at regional and international procurement opportunities to ensure that contraceptive security is not compromised during this transition period.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Ecuador

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:25:00 GMT

Los países de Latinoamérica y el Caribe han venido enfrentando desde hace algunos años una disminución gradual de fondos de donantes para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos. Ante esta perspectiva, Ecuador ha dado importantes pasos para asegurar la disponibilidad de insumos anticonceptivos, mediante la aplicación de políticas y leyes que garantizan el financiamiento y la compra de anticonceptivos.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Bolivia

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:25:00 GMT

Bolivia estará afrontando una mayor responsabilidad en el financiamiento y adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos en el futuro, en vista de la disminución gradual de fondos de donantes en Latinoamérica y el Caribe. El Gobierno de Bolivia necesitará explorar las opciones de compras a nivel regional e Internacional para garantizar la disponibilidad asegurada de los insumos anticonceptivos y no comprometela durante el perí

Contraceptive Procurement Policies, Practices, and Options: Bolivia

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:54:00 GMT

In light of the phaseout of donor funds in Latin America and the Caribbean, Bolivia will be facing increasing responsibility to finance and procure contraceptive commodities in the near future. The Government of Bolivia needs to look at regional and international procurement opportunities to ensure contraceptive security is not compromised during this transition period. This report presents findings from a legal and regulatory analysis and pricing study of various procurement options to identify efficient, economical, and timely distribution of high-quality contraceptives.

Contraceptive Procurement Policies, Practices, and Options: Dominican Republic

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:53:00 GMT

In light of the phaseout of donor funds in Latin America and the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic will be facing increasing responsibility to finance and procure contraceptive commodities in the near future. The government of the Dominican Republic needs to look at regional and international procurement opportunities to ensure that contraceptive security is not compromised during this transition period.

Contraceptive Procurement Policies, Practices, and Options: Honduras

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:52:00 GMT

In light of the phaseout of donor funds in Latin America and the Caribbean, Honduras will be facing increasing responsibility to finance and procure contraceptive commodities in the near future. The government of Honduras will need to look at regional and international procurement opportunities to ensure contraceptive security is not compromised during this transition period. This report presents findings from a legal and regulatory analysis and pricing study of different procurement options to identify efficient, economical, high quality, and timely distribution of contraceptives.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Honduras

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:26:00 GMT

En vista de la progresiva retirada de fondos de donantes en América Latina y el Caribe, Honduras estará afrontando una mayor responsabilidad para financiar y comprar productos anticonceptivos en el futuro cercano. El gobierno de Honduras necesitará buscar oportunidades de compras a nivel regional e internacional para asegurar que no se vulnere la disponibilidad asegurada de insumos anticonceptivos durante este perí

Contraceptive Procurement Policies, Practices, and Options: Nicaragua

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:45:00 GMT

In light of the phaseout of donor funds in Latin America and the Caribbean, Nicaragua will be facing increasing responsibility to finance and procure contraceptive commodities in the near future. The Government of Nicaragua needs to look at regional and international procurement opportunities to ensure that contraceptive security is not compromised during this transition period. This report presents findings from a legal and regulatory analysis and pricing study of various procurement options to identify efficient, economical, and timely distribution of high-quality contraceptives.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Nicaragua

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:26:00 GMT

Para enfrentar la disminución gradual de fondos de donantes en Latinoamérica y el Caribe, Nicaragua, especialmente su sector público, deberá asumir la responsabilidad de financiar y comprar los insumos anticonceptivos en el futuro cercano. Además, el sector público necesitará explorar las opciones de compras regionales e internacionales para garantizar la disponibilidad asegurada y no comprometerla durante el perí

Contraceptive Procurement Policies, Practices, and Options: Peru

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:47:00 GMT

In light of the phaseout of donor funds in Latin America and the Caribbean, Peru will be facing increasing responsibility to finance and procure contraceptive commodities in the near future. The Government of Peru will need to look at regional and international procurement opportunities to ensure contraceptive security is not compromised during this transition period. This report presents findings from a legal and regulatory analysis and pricing study of different procurement options to identify efficient, economical, high quality and timely distribution of contraceptives.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Perú

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:26:00 GMT

Para enfrentar la disminución gradual de fondos de donantes en Latinoamérica y el Caribe, Perú, especialmente su sector público, deberá asumir la responsabilidad de financiar y comprar los insumos anticonceptivos en el futuro cercano. Además, el sector público necesitará explorar las opciones de compras regionales e internacionales para garantizar la disponibilidad asegurada y no comprometerla durante el perí

Opciones para la adquisición de anticonceptivos: lecciones aprendidas en latinoamérica y el caribe

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:23:00 GMT

Sharing Information and Lessons Learned: HPI-TO1 and POLICY Project Publications

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:50:00 GMT

This flyer presents a list of key publications produced by Task Order I of the Health Policy Initiative, and its predecessor, the POLICY Project.

Making Projections for a Better Future: Models and Tools

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:13:00 GMT

This flyer provides information on the suite of policy tools developed by HPI and the POLICY Project.

Utilización de datos e información para el avance de la disponibilidad asegurada de insumos anticonceptivos en América Latina y el Caribe

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:02:00 GMT

La disponibilidad asegurada de insumos anticonceptivos existe cuando todas las mujeres y todos los hombres tienen acceso a servicios y productos de planificación familiar (PF) de calidad. Los países y donantes han utilizado cuatro estrategias clave para fortalecer el entorno político favorable a la DAIA: sensibilización, promoción y defensa, diálogo sobre polí

Honduras: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:02:00 GMT

Developing an HIV and AIDS Policy: Content, Process, Challenges and Implementation (Postgraduate Diploma in HIV/AIDS Management, Modules 12, 13, 14) (South Africa)

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:37:00 GMT

This booklet contains the printed version of modules 12, 13, and 14 of the postgraduate diploma in HIV/AIDS Management offered by the University of Stellenbosch. It is designed for use by students enrolled in the course.

Capacity Building Program on HIV and AIDS Prevention: Provincial Training Workshop for Traditional Leaders (South Africa)

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:08:00 GMT

This is a manual for training traditional leaders to become actively engaged in supporting the prevention, control, and management of HIV and AIDS in their communities.

Capacity Building Program on HIV and AIDS Prevention: Provincial Training Workshop for Faith Based Organizations (South Africa)

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:39:00 GMT

This is a manual for training faith based organizations to become actively engaged in HIV and AIDS prevention.

Costing Male Circumcision in Lesotho, Swaziland, and Zambia: Implications for the Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:42:00 GMT

Clinical trials have now confirmed the efficacy of male circumcision (MC) in reducing female-to-male transmission. Some cost data have been reported (ranging between US$25 and US $69), and these cost data also formed the basis of a cost-effectiveness analysis. It is unclear, however, what exactly is included in the costing studies and hence whether these costs are directly comparable. For example, often indirect costs are not fully reflected;

Vietnam Puts HIV Law into Practice

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:53:00 GMT

This success story describes the progress Vietnam has made in the past few years to strengthen its HIV legal framework, including recent steps to implement its national HIV law.

Costing Male Circumcision in Zambia and Implications for the Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:42:00 GMT

This analysis is part of a larger study titled the ?Costing Male Circumcision in Lesotho, Swaziland, and Zambia: Implications for Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention.? The larger study has two major components: (1) costing MC and (2) modeling the impact of MC on the HIV epidemic. The purpose of this analysis in Zambia was to assess the cost of providing adult MC in resourceconstrained settings and to evaluate the implications of scaling up MC for the cost-effectiveness of MC and for the health system (e.

Costing Male Circumcision in Swaziland and Implications for the Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:42:00 GMT

This analysis is part of a larger study titled the ?Costing Male Circumcision in Lesotho, Swaziland, and Zambia: Implications for Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention.? The larger study has two major components: (1) costing MC and (2) modeling the impact of MC on the HIV epidemic. The purpose of the analysis in Swaziland was to (1) understand the social, cultural, and policy context of male circumcision;

Costing Male Circumcision in Lesotho and Implications for the Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:41:00 GMT

This analysis is part of a larger study titled, "Costing Male Circumcision in Lesotho, Swaziland, and Zambia: Implications for Cost-Effectiveness of Circumcision as an HIV Intervention." The larger study has two major components: (1) costing MC and (2) modeling the impact of MC on the HIV epidemic. The purpose of the analysis in Lesotho was to (1) understand the social, cultural, and policy context of male circumcision;

Stigmatization and Discrimination of HIV-Positive People by Providers of General Medical Services in Ukraine

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:45:00 GMT

HPI conducted a survey in Ukraine to test indicators and questions regarding HIV/AIDS-related stigma and discrimination at the facility/provider level. The survey in Ukraine was coordinated with an already planned survey of client satisfaction so that the analysis could examine the relationship between clients and providers. This research examined HIV/AIDS-related stigma and discrimination by providers of general medical services in three regions in Ukraine:

The Value of Investing in MSM Programs in the Asia-Pacific Region: Policy Brief

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:45:00 GMT

At least 5–10 percent of all HIV cases worldwide are attributable to sexual transmission between men. In countries in the Asia-Pacific region, HIV prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) ranges from 3–17 percent (5 to 15 times higher than overall HIV prevalence). As many MSM also report having sex with women, preventing transmission among MSM will not only combat the epidemic within this group but also within society as a whole.

Dr. Nafsiah Mboi Combats Gender Inequity and HIV in Indonesia

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:41:00 GMT

This article tells the story of Dr. Nafsiah Mboi. As the Secretary of Indonesia's National AIDS Committee, she has encountered many challenges in her quest to stop the spread of HIV in her country, including gender discrimination.

Bringing Hope From Bitterness (Kenya)

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:28:00 GMT

Women and children are often deprived of home, land, and property in Kenya. This publication tells the story of Dorothy Owino, who overcame her own disinheritance to become a champion for women and children's rights in her community.

Contraceptive Security Committees: Their Role in Latin America and the Caribbean

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:59:00 GMT

Contraceptive security exists when all individuals are able to choose, obtain, and use high-quality contraceptives when they need them. This report summarizes portions of four case studies about the innovative regional strategies that LAC countries have been implementing since 2003 to achieve contraceptive security. In numerous countries, locally formed contraceptive security committees have been spearheading and coordinating these CS efforts, generally operating at a technical level.

Using Data and Information to Advance Contraceptive Security in Latin America and the Caribbean

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:59:00 GMT

Contraceptive security exists when all women and men are able to choose, obtain, and use high-quality family planning (FP) products and services. Countries and donors have employed four key strategies in strengthening the policy environment for contraceptive security (CS): awareness raising, advocacy, policy dialogue, and planning. None of these strategies can be effective unless they are credible and presented for debate in a clear manner in which policymakers and stakeholders can understand the issues and implications for policy change.

Implementing 100% Condom Use Policies in Indonesia: A Case Study of Two Districts in Jakarta Interview Transcripts

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:21:00 GMT

This paper contains the transcripts from interviews conducted for case studies on the Implementation of 100% CUP in East Jakarta and West Jakarta. See ?Implementing 100% Condom Use Policies in Indonesia: A Case Study of Two Districts in Jakarta? for the full report.

Implementing 100% Condom Use Policies in Indonesia: A Case Study of Two Districts in Jakarta

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:45:00 GMT

Given that the Indonesian National HIV/AIDS Strategy has been updated recently and that prevention remains a priority endorsed at the highest levels of national government, why have so few local municipalities, especially in highly affected provinces, taken steps to pass appropriate legislation and develop operational guidelines? How and why have some districts or municipalities succeeded in getting legislation approved? Which factors influenced the development and implementation of 100% condom-use programs at a local level? HPI conducted a case study of two municipalities located within the Special Province of Jakarta:

Revised Costing of Namibia's Third HIV/AIDS Medium Term Plan (MTP III)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:44:00 GMT

The Namibian National Strategic Plan on HIV/AIDS (2004-2009): Third Medium-Term Plan, (MTP III) provides an all-inclusive strategy for effective management and control of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The MTP III has been implemented for almost four years now and a mid-term review took plaec in June/July 2007. The need for a revised resource estimation exercise was identified based on current achievements, roll-out process and addressing constraints in HIV/AIDS programmes.

Promoting Evidence-Based Responses to HIV in the Asia Region

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:45:00 GMT

To promote effective advocacy in support of evidence-based responses to HIV in Asian countries, Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative prepared the A-Squared Advocacy Training Manual, with input from Family Health International and the East-West Center. The manual, adapted from the POLICY Project's Networking for Policy Change: An Advocacy Training Manual, is designed to build both core advocacy skills and more specialized skills in data use to identify advocacy issues, goals, and objectives.

New Voices For Change in Tanzania

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:33:00 GMT

This document tells the story of the Health Policy Initiative's work with HIV-positive religious leaders and journalists in Tanzania. With support from the project, these groups are beginning to speak out against HIV-related stigma and discrimination.

HIV-AIDS in Rwanda: 2008 Epidemic Update

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:45:00 GMT

This report contains HIV and AIDS epidemiological estimates and projections for Rwanda as of January 2008.

Approaches That Work: Health Equity

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:44:00 GMT

Brief summarizing HPI-TO1's capabilities in promoting health equity. Overall improvements in healthcare systems often fail to benefit those in greatest need. The poor have worse health outcomes, use health services less, and benefit less from government health expenditures than the better-off. The Health Policy Initiative uses a policy-based approach to help countries achieve greater equity in access to quality healthcare services.

Approaches That Work: HIV Economic Analysis

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:44:00 GMT

Sound economic analysis can help countries set priorities, target scarce resources where they are most needed, and increase efficiency. The Health Policy Initiative has extensive experience helping policymakers and program managers understand the resources required to mount effective responses to the HIV epidemic. This document provides an overview of the project's approach to HIV economic analysis, including the use of models to address resource allocation issues, understanding resource needs, and costing action plans.

Uganda: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:57:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Zambia and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Tanzania: Population, Reproductive Health and Development (RAPID booklet, English)

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:17:00 GMT

Tanzania continues to have high birth rates and one of the fastest growing populations in the world. At the current rate of growth, the population would double in size in about 25 years. The purpose of this document is to consider some of the implications of this rapid growth for the social and economic development of the country. It is divided into five sections: The Tanzanian Development Vision;

Indice d'intégration du genre

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:42:00 GMT

Suite á l'engagement pris par l'USAID á la défense de l'équité entre les genres dans le cadre de toutes ses activités, il entre dans la mission de l'Initiative des politiques de santé/USAID (IPS/Health Policy Initiative HPI) d'intégrer le genre dans ses activités. Afin de mesurer l'intégration du genre--depuis les politiques et procédures de bureau jusqu'aux activité

A-Squared Advocacy Training Manual

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:41:00 GMT

From 2006-2007, HPI-TO1 developed the "A-Squared Advocacy Training Manual," which was adapted from the POLICY Project's (1999) "Networking for Policy Change: An Advocacy Training Manual." The manual draws from numerous HIV and advocacy resources and material from the Asia-Pacific region, and it integrates innovative approaches to advocacy and involvement in the policy development process that are specific to HIV epidemics in Asia, particularly China, Thailand, and Vietnam.

PLHIV Break the Silence in Yunnan (China)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:41:00 GMT

This article describes how HPI's support helped "Evergreen Life," a radio series exploring the experiences of PLHIV hosted by an HIV-positive individual, to bring a new voice to Chinese radio.

New Networks Bring Hope to PLHIV (China)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:38:00 GMT

This article describes HPI's successful efforts to support the establishment of PLHIV networks in Guangxi Province, and how those networks are changing the lives of PLHIV in the area.

Implication des leaders religieux dans les reponses au SIDA au Mali: Une experience originale

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:41:00 GMT

This report describes HPI's work to engage religious leaders in Mali in efforts to fight the HIV epidemic. It is only available in French.

Como los datos y la informacion contribuyen a la Disponibilidad Asegurada de Insumos Anticonceptivos

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:55:00 GMT

Spanish version of "How Data and Information Contribute to Contraceptive Security"

El reto de los insumos de planificación familiar en America Latina: como los comites de Disponibilidad Asegurada de Insumos Anticonceptivos estan haciendo la diferencia

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:55:00 GMT

Spanish version of "The Challenge of Family Planning Supplies in Latin America: How Contraceptive Security Committees Are Making a Difference"

Enfoques que funcionan: Disponibilidad Asegurada de Insumos Anticonceptivos (DAIA)

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:43:00 GMT

Spanish version of "Approaches that Work: Contraceptive Security"

The Challenge of Family Planning Supplies in Latin America: How Contraceptive Security Committees Are Making a Difference

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:55:00 GMT

For decades, key donors such as USAID and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have provided free contraceptives to governments and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in many Latin American countries. Beginning in the 1990s, with the use of modern family planning (FP) methods firmly embraced by the region?s population, donors began the process of phasing out contraceptive donations in most countries.

How Data and Information Contribute to Contraceptive Security

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:55:00 GMT

Many countries in the Latin America and Caribbean Region are experiencing the gradual phaseout of donated contraceptives. During the past decade, governments and donors have been working together to put in place sustainable mechanisms to ensure continuous supplies of contraceptives. Major progress has been achieved on many fronts, including transitioning from donor to country financing, better matching of public subsidies to those most in need, obtaining lower contraceptive prices, and establishing the institutional capacity for countries to manage their own contraceptive security (CS).

Involvement of Religious Leaders in the National Response to HIV/AIDS in Mali: A Pathbreaking Initiative

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:25:00 GMT

In a country like Mali, where tradition and religion are strongly linked, religious leaders are in a position to be strong champions in the fight against HIV/AIDS, successfully advocating for shared communal responsibility in addressing the primary sociocultural and behavioral risks associated with the spread of HIV. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, provided support to enhance religious leaders' understanding of key HIV-related issues and to strengthen their policy and advocacy role in HIV/AIDS control.

Approaches That Work: Workplace HIV Initiatives

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:41:00 GMT

Beginning in 2004, the USAID-funded POLICY Project worked in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) to promote HIV workplace policies and programs. Building on these efforts, the follow-on USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, and the AIDS Responsibility Project (ARP) have continued to support and establish business councils in Mexico, Jamaica, and Guatemala. In addition to the Mexico City-based council, we are also bringing together a group of businesses in Tijuana, Mexico, in a less formalized structure to address HIV in the workplace.

Approaches That Work: Contraceptive Security

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:54:00 GMT

Brief that explains HPI-TO1's capabilities for addressing contraceptive security.

Guidelines for Establishing Centers to Implement Alternative Dispute Resolution to Increase Access to Healthcare

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 13:43:00 GMT

This booklet presents guidelines on using alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms to increase access to healthcare, particularly for poor and vulnerable populations. The ADR approach uses techniques such as negotiation, mediation, conciliation, and multi-actor dialogue to enable clients and providers to work together to resolve concerns about health service access, quality, and other issues.

Nepal: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:54:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Nepal and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Pakistan: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:54:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Pakistan and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

India: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:53:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for India and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Jordan: Achieving the MDGs

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:56:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Jordan and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Approaches That Work: Gender-based Violence

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:53:00 GMT

Hand-out summarizing HPI-TO1's capabilities for addressing gender-based violence.

Contraceptive Security in Jordan: From Conception to Delivery (PPT)

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:27:00 GMT

Scaling-up Best Practices Conference

Measuring the Degree of S&D in Kenya: An Index for HIV/AIDS Facilities and Providers

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:40:00 GMT

HIV/AIDS-related stigma and discrimination (S&D) is a major impediment to effective and sustained responses to prevention, treatment, and care; and, thus, an appropriate index is needed to gauge changes in types and levels of S&D. Against this background, the USAID Interagency Working Group on S&D Indicators developed specific tools to measure S&D in communities, facilities/providers, and among people living with HIV (PLHIV).

Addressing Gender-Based Violence Through USAID's Health Programs: A Guide for Health Sector Program Officers

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:52:00 GMT

AI Prevention: Posters and Leaflets for Hunters

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:42:00 GMT

AI Prevention: Posters and Leaflets for Poultry Producers

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:42:00 GMT

Making Family Planning Part of the PRSP Process: A Guide for Incorporating Family Planning Programs into Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:51:00 GMT

Family planning is one of many strategies that can slow population growth and reduce demographic pressure, which can help countries lift themselves out of poverty. Reduced population sizes mean decreased burden on national expenditures for education, health, and other social services, as well as less strain on the environment and natural resources. Family planning also directly contributes to reduced infant and maternal mortality and morbidity.

AUC Brochure on AI Prevention

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:42:00 GMT

Informational brochure on AI prevention. Original Ukrainian brochure and English translation attached.

Malawi: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:51:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Malawi and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Bolivia: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:50:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Bolivia and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Socioeconomic Impacts of and Resource Requirements for HIV and AIDS (Full Report) (ASEAN)

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:08:00 GMT

Under the USAID Cooperation with ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), HPI prepared a set of three materials titled, Socioeconomic Impact of and Resource Requirements for HIV/AIDS. A pamphlet and brief summarize the findings of country-level studies in Cambodia, LAO PDR, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. This full report details, for each country, (1) a realistic assessment of the potential impacts of HIV and AIDS;

Indonesia: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:51:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Indonesia and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Socioeconomic Impacts of and Resource Requirements for HIV and AIDS (Brief) (ASEAN)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:45:00 GMT

Under the USAID Cooperation with ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), HPI prepared a set of three materials titled the Socioeconomic Impact of and Resource Requirements for HIV/AIDS. This brief and a pamphlet summarize the findings of country-level studies in Cambodia, LAO PDR, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. The full report details, for each country, (1) a realistic assessment of the potential impacts of HIV and AIDS;

Socioeconomic Impacts of and Resource Requirements for HIV and AIDS (Pamphlet) (ASEAN)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:46:00 GMT

Under the USAID Cooperation with ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), HPI prepared a set of three materials titled, Socioeconomic Impact of and Resource Requirements for HIV and AIDS. A brief and this pamphlet summarize the findings of country-level studies in Cambodia, LAO PDR, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. The full report details, for each country, (1) a realistic assessment of the potential impacts of HIV and AIDS;

Impact of NSF-II: The Goals Model Ghana Application

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:51:00 GMT

Millions of dollars are spent annually in Ghana to prevent HIV infection, without a thorough understanding of the most effective way to allocate these funds. Therefore, the Goals Ghana application was developed to estimate the impact of budget decisions on the achievement of HIV/AIDS program goals, to estimate reductions in HIV incidence, to understand resource allocation between prevention and care programs, and to help set priorities for high-risk populations and for the development of the annual program of work over the life span of the National Strategic Framework 2006-2010 (NSF-II).

Bangladesh: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:50:00 GMT

Dominican Republic: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:48:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for the Dominican Republic and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

El Salvador: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:48:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for El Salvador and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Peru: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:47:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Peru and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

HIV Expenditure on MSM Programming in the Asia-Pacific Region

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:39:00 GMT

Background paper produced for International Consultation on Male Sexual Health and HIV in Asia and the Pacific titled ?Risks and Responsibilities? to be held in New Delhi, India, September 22?26, 2006. According to UNAIDS, at least 5?10 percent of all HIV cases worldwide are due to sexual transmission between men, though this figure varies considerably by country. In the Greater Mekong region, HIV prevalence among men who have sex with men (MSM) ranges between 3 and 17 percent, equal to 5?15 times higher than the general population.

Gender Integration Index

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:39:00 GMT

As a result of USAID's commitment to foster gender equity in all of its work, part of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative's (HPI) mandate is to integrate gender into its activities. To measure gender integration—from office policies and procedures to program activities—HPI has created this project-specific Gender Integration Index. While this tool mainly captures qualitative data that demonstrate the different ways gender is integrated into HPI activities, it will also serve as the single project-wide indicator to measure and report on the extent of gender integration in HPI s work.

Guatemala: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:46:00 GMT

Nicaragua: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:46:00 GMT

Dominican Republic: Achieving the MDGs (Spanish)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:47:00 GMT

HIV Legal Clinic Opens in Vietnam

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:10:00 GMT

Turning Vietnam's HIV policy framework into practice is the aim of a new legal clinic and hotline. The HIV/AIDS Legal Clinic, based in Ho Chi Minh City, provides legal advice and assistance to people living with HIV. In addition to the clinic, which provides face-to-face counseling, a legal hotline with a national toll-free number has also opened in Hanoi.

Multisectoral Technical Group Promotes Coordinated HIV Response in Niassa Province (Mozambique)

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:39:00 GMT

MANDIMBA DISTRICT | Government and civil society groups in Mandimba District, Mozambique, have decided to establish a public forum for discussing and addressing HIV/AIDS at the district level. The decision came about during an awareness-raising session organized by the Multisectoral Technical Group (MTG) of Niassa Province on March 28, 2007.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Guatemala

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:25:00 GMT

Para enfrentar la disminución gradual de fondos de donantes en Latinoamérica y el Caribe, Guatemala, especialmente su sector público, deberá asumir la responsabilidad de financiar y comprar los insumos anticonceptivos en el futuro cercano. Además, el sector público necesitará explorar las opciones de compras regionales e internacionales para garantizar la disponibilidad asegurada y no comprometerla durante el perí

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: República Dominicana

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:27:00 GMT

La Rep?blica Dominicana estar? afrontando una mayor responsabilidad en el financiamiento y adquisici?n de insumos anticonceptivos en el futuro, en vista de la progresiva retirada de fondos de donantes en Am?rica Latina y el Caribe. El gobierno de la Rep?blica Dominicana necesita ver las oportunidades de adquisici?n a nivel regional e internacional, para asegurar que la disponibilidad de insumos anticonceptivos no se vea afectada durante este per?odo de transici?n.

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: Paraguay

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:26:00 GMT

Para enfrentar la disminución gradual de fondos de donantes para la planificación familiar en Latinoamérica y el Caribe, Paraguay enfrentará mayor responsabilidad para financiar y comprar los insumos anticonceptivos en el futuro cercano. El Gobierno de Paraguay necesitará explorar las opciones de compras regionales e internacionales para garantizar que la disponibilidad de insumos anticonceptivos no se ponga en riesgo durante el perí

Políticas, prácticas, y opciones para la adquisición de insumos anticonceptivos: El Salvador

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:25:00 GMT

Para enfrentar en El Salvador la disminución gradual de fondos de donantes al sector público, éste deberá asumir cada vez más la responsabilidad de financiar y comprar los insumos anticonceptivos. Además, el sector público necesitará explorar opciones de compra regionales e internacionales para garantizar la disponibilidad asegurada y no comprometerla durante el perí

Jordan Moves Toward FP Self-sufficiency

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:53:00 GMT

AMMAN | On December 18, 2006, the Kingdom of Jordan and USAID signed an agreement pledging ongoing cooperation to ensure access to modern contraceptive methods in Jordan. The "Contraceptive Phase-over Plan" lays the groundwork for a complete transfer of responsibility for contraceptive procurement to the Jordanian government by 2009.

Vietnam Adopts First HIV Law

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:53:00 GMT

HANOI | On June 21, 2006, Vietnam's National Assembly approved the country's first ever law on HIV prevention and control. The law guarantees equal treatment for people living with HIV and others affected by the epidemic and provides a comprehensive legal framework that will strengthen the national response to the epidemic.

Businesses Unite to Confront Stigma (Jamaica)

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:38:00 GMT

KINGSTON | Twenty-one private sector companies committed to adopting HIV workplace programs at the launch of the Jamaica Business Council on HIV/AIDS (JaBCHA) on September 20, 2006.

Rwanda: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:45:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Rwanda and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Rwanda: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:45:00 GMT

Les Objectifs du Millénaire pour le Développement (OMDs)—une série de huit objectifs importants, aux échéances fixes allant de la réduction de la pauvreté de moitié—l'éducation primaire pour tous—représentent une feuille de route pour un développement mondial sur lesquels se sont mis d'accord les é

Senegal: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:45:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Senegal and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Senegal: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:46:00 GMT

Tanzania: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:46:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Tanzania and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Zambia: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:46:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Zambia and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs): The Contribution of Fulfilling the Unmet Need for Family Planning

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:40:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) - a set of eight, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education - present a major and important challenge to developing countries. The MDGs are set to be met by 2015, but current reports show that many countries are not "on track" to meet the goals by the deadline. If progress continues at the current rate, only the safe water and sanitation MDG will be met by all countries by 2015 (Vandemoortele, 2002).

Burkina Faso: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:40:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Burkina Faso and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Burkina Faso: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:40:00 GMT

Cameroon: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:41:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Cameroon and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Cameroon: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:41:00 GMT

Chad: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:41:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Chad and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Chad: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:41:00 GMT

Ethiopia: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:42:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Ethiopia and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Ghana: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:42:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Ghana and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Guinea: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:42:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Guinea and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Guinea: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:42:00 GMT

Kenya: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:43:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Kenya and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Madagascar: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:43:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Madagascar and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Madagascar: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:43:00 GMT

Mali: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:43:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Mali and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Mali: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:43:00 GMT

Niger: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:44:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Niger and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Niger: Achieving the MDGs (French)

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:44:00 GMT

Nigeria: Achieving the MDGs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:45:00 GMT

The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)—a set of eight important, time-bound goals ranging from reducing poverty by half to providing universal primary education—represent a blueprint for global development agreed to by member states of the United Nations and international development institutions. However, achieving them will be a major challenge for Nigeria and many other developing countries that are not "on track" to meet the goals by the target date of 2015.

Inequalities in the Use of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Services: Implications for Policies and Programs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:39:00 GMT

The purpose of this paper is to analyze inequalities in the use of family planning (FP) and maternal health (MH) services in selected developing countries to better understand how to improve the effectiveness of reproductive health (RH) policies and programs. It aims to inform policymakers about new evidence on the interrelationships among poverty, inequality, and the use of FP and MH services. This paper is based on an extensive analysis of data disaggregated by socioeconomic status.

Health Policy Initiative IQC Flyer (English)

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:26:00 GMT

Through policy dialogue and implementation, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative strives to improve the enabling environment for health—especially for FP/RH, HIV, and maternal health programs...

Health Policy Initiative IQC Flyer (Spanish)

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:44:00 GMT

A través del diálogo y la implementación de políticas, USAID | Iniciativa de Políticas en Salud se esfuerza en mejorar y hacer posible un ambiente político adecuado para programas de salud - especialmente SR/PF, VIH y salud materna...

Options for Contraceptive Procurement: Lessons Learned from Latin America and the Caribbean

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:39:00 GMT

In upcoming years, countries in the Latin America and Caribbean Region will see a gradual decline in donations and technical assistance toward ensuring contraceptive security (CS), which is when people are able to choose, obtain, and use high-quality contraceptives whenever they need them. In light of this trend, governments throughout the region are faced with ensuring the provision of family planning services, including a continuous supply of contraceptives.

Coverage of selected services for HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment in low- and middle-income countries in 2005

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:40:00 GMT

This report presents the results of an assessment of the coverage of several key services for the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS in 2005. It updates similar reports on coverage in 2001 and 2003. This report includes results from 69 countries, including most low- and middle-income countries with more than 10,000 people living with HIV in 2005. The information presented here relies on national service statistics and expert assessment.

Family Planning in Egypt is a Sound Financial Investment

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:55:00 GMT

In recent years, cost-benefit analysis has been applied to evaluate the financial implications of family planning programs in numerous countries. The financial cost-benefit analysis compares the monetary cost of the family planning program to the monetary benefits in terms of reduced levels of social services required at lower levels of fertility. Conducting a financial cost-benefit analysis of a family planning program can provide answers to two policy questions.

Contraceptive Security Strategic Plan for Egypt 2006-2010

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:23:00 GMT

The Contraceptive Security Strategic Plan for Egypt 2006-2010 (CSSP) was was developed in response to a series of gaps identified by a Contraceptive Security Working Group and stakeholders. Gaps included financial pressures on public resources; insufficient financing for contraceptives; lack of adequate user fees and the absence of an exemption and waiver policy; limited information for decisionmaking;

Tanzania

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:11:00 GMT

The goal of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Tanzania (HPI/Tanzania) is to foster an enabling environment for the scale-up of HIV prevention, care, and treatment and provision of high-quality family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) services. In doing so, HPI/Tanzania builds the capacity of in-country partners to identify and pursue the policy changes needed to support a stronger national HIV response and improve access to FP/RH services.

Ghana

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:07:00 GMT

The Health Policy Initiative completed its activities in Ghana in April 2007.

The overarching objective of Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Ghana is to support policy development and implementation in order to improve the enabling environment for health. The project focuses on two areas: the effective use of data in HIV-related decisionmaking and the use of policy dialogue to improve equitable access to family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) services.

Cameroon

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:05:00 GMT

In Cameroon, Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative is implementing “Advocacy for Policy Change.” Supported by USAID’s West Africa regional bureau (USAID/WA), “Advocacy for Policy Change” aims to increase the awareness and commitment of decisionmakers and other stakeholders to HIV prevention, care, and treatment.

Greater Mekong Region

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:29:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative in the Greater Mekong Region and China (HPI/GMR-C) (Oct. 2007–Sept. 2010) aims to improve the enabling environment for HIV prevention, care, and treatment in the region. The HPI/GMR-C regional program is very targeted and focused on increasing political support for an increased and sustainable response to men who have sex with men (MSM) and HIV in the region.

Southern Africa (RHAP)

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:27:00 GMT

The USAID Regional HIV/AIDS Program (RHAP) works in 10 Southern African countries—Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, and Zimbabwe—helping to ensure high-quality, effective HIV programming. Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) contributes to RHAP’s work by supporting its efforts in the area of policy analysis and systems strengthening.

Swaziland

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:07:00 GMT

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in Swaziland supports the efforts of the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to scale up male circumcision to prevent the spread of HIV. To achieve this goal, the project is working in partnership with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and has seconded a Male Circumcision Task Force Program Coordinator to the MOH to provide technical assistance and strategic guidance.

Yemen

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 13:42:00 GMT

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative completed its work in Yemen in September 2009.

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in Yemen used the RAPID Model to reposition family planning and reproductive health (FP/RH) on the national agenda. The RAPID Model is a computer-based tool that demonstrates the effect of rapid population growth on different sectors and the benefits of FP programs.

Cote D'Ivoire

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In Côte d’Ivoire, the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is helping the country to build a comprehensive continuum of HIV prevention, treatment, and care, and to scale up high-quality services to people living with or affected by HIV. In support of these efforts, Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) is analyzing the HIV policy environment in Cô

Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HIV has spread rapidly and silently in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region, fueled by high levels of stigma and discrimination, low levels of public awareness, and limited availability of HIV-related information in Arabic. Halting the spread of the epidemic requires active engagement by people living with HIV (PLHIV). Unfortunately, stigma and discrimination have discouraged PLHIV from disclosing their status and hindered their engagement in prevention and treatment efforts.

Congo, Democratic Republic of

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is supporting a national assessment of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and the preparation of a national OVC action plan. The project is also working with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Humanitarian Action and Solidarity (MINAS) to enhance the ministry's response to the needs of OVC at the national and local levels through capacity building in policymaking, strategic information, advocacy, and civil society engagement.

Madagascar

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Madagascar aims to enhance an enabling policy environment for health by providing policymakers and program managers with data to plan, produce, and implement advocacy messages related to family planning and reproductive health.

The project is focusing its efforts on policymakers who have had minimal engagement with the national family planning program.

Senegal

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in Senegal is providing technical assistance to update and use the RAPID Model. The RAPID Model projects the social and economic consequences of high fertility and rapid population growth for such sectors as labor, education, health, urbanization, and agriculture. The RAPID Model application will be used to raise policymakers' awareness of the importance of fertility and population growth as factors in social and economic development.

Dominican Republic

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in the Dominican Republic supports FP/RH, HIV, and other related health advocacy activities and strengthens local capacity to carry out this advocacy work. The project began work in the Dominican Republic in October 2007.

HPI is building the advocacy capacity of local partners, helping them gain the skills they need to keep FP/RH high on the government's policy agenda, even through transitions in government.

South Africa

The goal of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in South Africa (HPI/South Africa) (2007-2012) is to promote an enabling policy environment for HIV. In doing so, the project works at both national and local levels to strengthen policies and programs, enhance multisectoral collaboration, and promote evidence-based decisionmaking. HPI/South Africa places particular emphasis on mobilizing and training faith-based organizations, traditional leaders, and people living with HIV (PLHIV).

Botswana

Botswana is experiencing one of the most severe HIV epidemics in the world. To mitigate its impacts, the country needs to develop and implement effective policy responses, and provide local organizations with the capacity and resources to offer high-quality interventions.

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Botswana works to strengthen the response to the HIV epidemic by creating an enabling policy environment.

Malawi

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) is strengthening the policy environment for improved family planning programs in Malawi through a variety of ways. The project is providing technical assistance to in-country partners to apply the RAPID Model and use it as a family planning advocacy tool. The RAPID Model projects the social and economic consequences of high fertility and rapid population growth for sectors such as labor, education, health, urbanization, and agriculture.

Mozambique

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in Mozambique facilitates policy analysis, use of strategic information, and systems strengthening. These provide the foundation for achieving the goals of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief and USAID/Mozambique.

The initiative promotes evidence-based decisionmaking and data use by partners in policy formulation, program planning and financing, and monitoring and evaluation.

West Africa Regional Program

The Health Policy Initiative completed its activities under the West Africa Regional Program in May 2008.

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative provides support to the West Africa Regional Program (WARP) focused on strengthening the capacity of parliamentarians to undertake legislative and regulatory reform to promote improved FP/RH programs. The project also collaborates with USAID's Action for West Africa Region-Reproductive Health Project (AWARE-RH) to encourage FP repositioning efforts and strengthen contraceptive security in selected countries.

Mali

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Mali strives to achieve three primary objectives: to reposition family planning in order to satisfy unmet need for contraceptives; to strengthen the response to the HIV epidemic; and to build the capacity of civil society groups to participate in policymaking, advocacy, and program implementation.

To achieve these objectives, the project provides technical assistance to government agencies and works with the Muslim Supreme Council and affiliated networks to strengthen the policymaking and advocacy role of faith-based leaders.

Rwanda

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Rwanda works to enhance the enabling policy environment by strengthening the national response to HIV and repositioning family planning as a higher priority on the nation's agenda.

The project is assisting the Committee National de Lutte Contre le SIDA (CNLS) with strengthening the national HIV monitoring and evaluation plan and building its capacity, through a Goals Model application, to use strategic information.

Central America (PASCA)

The USAID | Program for Strengthening the Central American Response to HIV/AIDS (PASCA) (2008–2013) strives to foster a strong, unified regional approach to the epidemic. PASCA is guided by three core principles—forging linkages, fostering leadership, and advancing evidence-based decisionmaking. The project uses a combined country and regional approach to achieve its objective.

Guatemala

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in Guatemala seeks to foster an enabling policy environment for health. It focuses on promoting indigenous leadership, policy dialogue and formulation, and advocacy for FP/RH and maternal and child health (MCH). The project also fosters business sector involvement in the national HIV response.

To support the implementation of adequately financed, effective, sustainable, and culturally appropriate FP/RH and MCH programs, HPI builds the capacity of civil society groups, indigenous leaders, community-based organizations, and professional associations to advocate for policy change and to participate in policymaking and implementation.

Haiti

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) completed its work in Haiti in November 2007.

In Haiti, HPI worked to strengthen civil society's role in the policy arena, build public-private sector partnerships, and support government leadership in meeting the country's FP/RH needs and responding to the challenges of the HIV epidemic.

The primary focus of HPI's FP/RH activities was to reposition FP as a priority on the national agenda.

Mexico

In Mexico, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 (HPI) is bringing new partners into the HIV arena, strengthening the leadership capacity of people living with HIV (PLHIV), and facilitating national- and state-level HIV policy formulation and implementation. Innovative approaches include promoting cross-border HIV initiatives between Mexico and the United States, and mobilizing the private sector to combat HIV.

Peru

The goal of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Peru (HPI/Peru) (2007-2012) is to promote an enabling environment for health, especially FP/RH, HIV, and maternal health. In doing so, HPI/Peru works in seven priority regions to strengthen policies and policy-related capacities to improve health sector performance in the context of Peru's decentralization. The project also promotes gender and cultural equity to increase access to services.

Jamaica

Through Task Order 1, the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) is supporting the Government of Jamaica's (GOJ) National HIV/AIDS Strategy by working to reduce HIV-related stigma and discrimination and mitigate the impacts of the epidemic.

One of HPI's main strategies is to mobilize the private sector response to HIV. In partnership with the Jamaican private sector, NGOs, and the GOJ, HPI strengthens the institutional capacity of businesses to address HIV-related issues in the workplace.

Kenya

In Kenya, Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative works with civil society and government partners to address critical health challenges.

The project's HIV assistance supports the efforts of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief to expand access to antiretroviral treatment, avert new infections, and provide care for people affected by the epidemic, including orphans and vulnerable children (OVC).

Europe and Eurasia Region

Injecting drug use is a driving factor for the HIV epidemic in Europe and Eurasia (E&E) and is a significant barrier to achieving comprehensive access to HIV treatment. Drug dependence treatment services include outreach, community- and peer-based support, cognitive behavior change interventions, medication-assisted therapy (MAT), HIV education and treatment, transition services, and other medical care services.

China

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative in the Greater Mekong Region and China (HPI/GMR-C) (Oct. 2007–Sept. 2010) is carried out in support of the United States Government's (USG's) comprehensive and coordinated approach to China and in support of the Minimum Package of Services (MPS) model.

Jordan

Task Order I of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative in Jordan works with local partners to devise and put into practice policies to increase access to high quality FP/RH and HIV programs.

HPI works with the government and the Higher Population Council (HPC) to promote an enabling environment for FP/RH through the revision and extension of Jordan's Reproductive Health Action Plan (RHAP).

Indonesia

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) began work in Indonesia in May 2006. The focus of HPI in Indonesia is twofold. First, the initiative provides technical assistance to address policy challenges to ensure the successful implementation of prevention, outreach, testing, care, and treatment services. Second, the project provides technical assistance to strengthen the capacity of the National AIDS Commission (NAC) to respond to the HIV epidemic through improved planning and resource allocation.

Ukraine

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) completed its work in Ukraine on December 31, 2007.

In Ukraine, HPI worked to improve the country's policy responses to HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and other health issues. In doing so, the project built government and civil society capacity for policymaking, advocacy, resource allocation, and data use at the national and oblast levels.

Vietnam

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in Vietnam (2008–2013) promotes an enabling policy environment for HIV programs by:

Facilitating adoption and implementation of national and local HIV policies, plans, and programs based on international best practices;
Developing, strengthening, and supporting public sector and civil society advocates and networks to assume leadership in the policy process;

India

Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative (HPI) in India fosters an enabling policy environment for family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH) and HIV programs. Major activities focus on the northern states of Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, with support for national activities as well.

Specifically, in Jharkhand, HPI is facilitating a multisectoral, evidence-based process to improve access to FP services among the urban and rural poor.

Health Policy Initiative Shares Tool for Estimating the Impact and Cost of Scaling up Male Circumcision

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Health Policy Initiative presented experiences and lessons learned from applying the new Decision Makers' Prorgram Planning Tool (DMPPT) at the "Southern and Eastern Africa Regional Male Circumcision Costing and Impact Meeting" in Johannesburg, South Africa in late January 2010. The model helps estimate the potential impacts and cost of scaling up male circumcision services.

Health Policy Initiative Launches RETA: Resource Estimation Tool for Advocacy

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative in the Greater Mekong Region and China is pleased to announce the release of a new tool to estimate resource needs for scaling up comprehensive HIV prevention programming for men who have sex with men and transgenders. RETA, the Resource Estimation Tool for Advocacy, estimates the resources needed for a five-year period, based on user inputs of population size estimates, target coverage levels, and local costs of HIV prevention services.

Health Policy Initiative Commemorates World AIDS Day 2009

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Today, December 1, 2009, marks the 21st commemoration of World AIDS Day, with the theme of "Universal Access and Human Rights." Universal access and human rights are inextricably linked. When people living with HIV (PLHIV) and other vulnerable populations experience stigma and discrimination and other violations of their rights, they are discouraged from accessing health services. Therefore, safeguarding human rights is vital to achieving the goal of universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care. The attached brief illustrates how Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative is helping to safeguard human rights and promote equitable access to HIV services in more than 20 countries around the world.

Resources for Combating Gender-based Violence from the USAID | Health Policy Initiative

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

November 25 to December 10 mark the "16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence." The USAID | Health Policy Initiative supports policy and advocacy responses to combat gender-based violence (GBV). This work includes integrating gender into national reproductive health and HIV policies, empowering women and girls, promoting constructive men's engagement, and leading innovative approaches to address GBV among men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgenders. The project's resources on combating GBV are listed below.

HPI Welcomes Participants for the WomenLead Training Program

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, is pleased to welcome participants for "WomenLead in Repositioning Reproductive Health." The training course will be attended by 27 women leaders from eight countries. The three-week program will be held September 7-25, 2009, in Washington, DC.

Country Ownership Strategies: Leadership Forum on Health Information Systems

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Leaders representing the stakeholders of national Health Information Systems (HIS) from seven countries in East Africa will meet in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from August 10 to 12, 2009, for the "Country Ownership Strategies: Leadership Forum on Health Information Systems." The event's goal is to understand the current status and challenges of country information systems and to create a common vision for an effective national HIS. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, is one of the organizing partners of the forum.

Health Policy Initiative Partners with GEN to Host Virtual Forum on "Mobilizing Financial Resources for Contraceptive Security"

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MSH's Global Exchange Network for Reproductive Health (GEN) invites you to join a virtual event highlighting "Mobilizing Financial Resources for Contraceptive Security" organized by GEN and the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1. This global virtual event will be held from July 20-24, 2009.

Health Policy Initiative's Work on Gender in Mali Featured on IGWG Website

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Health Policy Initiative and IGWG worked together to overcome gender barriers to advancing women's reproductive health in Mali. The IGWG recently featured this work on its website.

Health Policy Initiative Celebrates World AIDS Day 2008

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

December 1, 2008, marks the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, with the theme of "Lead, Empower, Deliver." This theme encapsulates the core approaches of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, which works to combat HIV in over 20 countries worldwide.

World Contraception Day 2008: Spotlight on Contraceptive Security

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

September 26 marks the second annual World Contraception Day; a worldwide campaign aiming to raise awareness of contraception and improve reproductive health education. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative is taking this opportunity to highlight our contraceptive security work in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Health Policy Initiative Celebrates World Population Day

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

July 11, 2008 marks the 40th World Population Day, a program of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). This day recognizes that family planning contributes to addressing development challenges such as poverty, gender equality, maternal health, and human rights. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative has implemented a range of strategies to ensure that family planning receives adequate political support and funding.

On Mother's Day, Let's Not Forget Maternal Health

Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The vast majority of maternal deaths and disabilities can be prevented with adequate access to maternal healthcare services. The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, is committed to fostering an enabling environment for improved maternal health programs.

Health Policy Initiative Strengthens Women's Capacity to Shape Their Own Futures

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

March 8, 2008, marks International Women's Day, which honors women's progress and raises awareness of the continuing challenges posed by gender inequality. This year's theme, "Shaping Progress," evokes the power of women to create change in their own lives, in their communities, and on a global scale.

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, addresses gender inequalities that prevent women from accessing the information and services they need for better health.

World AIDS Day 2007 Highlights the Importance of Leadership to Combat HIV

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, promotes leadership across the government, civil society, and private sectors. In recognition of World AIDS Day 2007, our country programs will engage in activities designed to help inspire strong leadership to combat HIV.

Health Policy Initiative Celebrates World Population Day 2007

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

July 11 is World Population Day. This year's theme is "Men at Work," which raises awareness of the need for involving men in reproductive health issues. Read on to learn how the USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, is promoting constructive male engagement.

Multisectoral Technical Groups in Mozambique Enhance HIV Data Analysis and Use

Thu, 17 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, helps to form and build the capacity of Multisectoral Technical Groups (MTGs) in Mozambique to promote the collection, dissemination, and use of accurate data for HIV strategic planning. A solid evidence base helps stakeholders understand the HIV situation and make informed strategic choices to achieve the greatest impact.

Check Out the New Youth-policy.com Website

Mon, 07 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Health Policy Initiative's Youth-policy.com website has a new look and new features. USAID has also launched an Interagency Youth Working Group.

Internews Documentary Showcases Efforts to Strengthen Women's Inheritance Rights in Kenya

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

AUSTIN | An Internews documentary titled "My Dead Husband's Land" will have its United States premiere in Austin, Texas, at the Austin Women's Film, Music and Literary Festival on April 28th. The documentary tells the story of a 25-year old HIV-positive Kenyan widow, Betty Tom, and the transformation the Orongo community undergoes as a result of her battle for human rights.

USAID Feature Highlights Initiative's Work with Religious Leaders

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

BAMAKO | The USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1, recently organized a workshop that brought together Islamic leaders to discuss family planning and reproductive health issues.

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Assessing the Policy Environment for HIV/AIDS In Côte D'Ivoire (PPT Presentation)

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Training-of-Trainers Curriculum: Building the Training Skills of HIV-Positive People in the Middle East and North Africa Region

Gender-related Barriers to HIV Prevention Methods: A Review of Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) Policies for Sexual Assault

Mobilizing Religious Communities to Respond to Gender-based Violence and HIV: A Training Manual

HIV Advocacy in China: Stories from the Field. Strengthening Methadone Maintenance Therapy (MMT)

Family Planning Initiatives and Future Directions for India (PPT)

Developing Operational Policies on Gender-based Violence in Peru: Impact of the Interagency Gender Working Group (IGWG) Workshop

Addressing Early Marriage in Uganda

Poster: Strengthening the Enabling Environment through Stronger Community Participation in Yunnan, China

Poster: Barriers to Uptake and Continuation of Substitution Methadone Treatment in Yunnan Province, China

Poster: Mapping Donor Support for HIV Programming for Men Who Have Sex with Men in the Greater Mekong Subregion

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Policy Implementation Barriers Analysis: Conceptual Framework and Pilot Test in Three Countries

Integrating Gender in Policy Implementation Barriers Analysis: A Methodology

Analyzing Family Planning Needs in Nigeria: Lessons for Repositioning Family Planning in Sub-Saharan Africa

Engaging the Poor on Family Planning as a Poverty Reduction Strategy

Capacity-building Workshop Promotes Civil Society Participation in Mexico's HIV Response

Civil Society Commitment to Collaboration: The Foundation for Effective Advocacy in Chiapas (Mexico)

Indonesia's Islamic Schools Adopt HIV Curricula

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Zimbabwe

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Zambia

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Uganda

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Tanzania

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Swaziland

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in South Africa

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Rwanda

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Nyanza, Kenya

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Namibia

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Mozambique

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Malawi

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Lesotho

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Gambela, Ethiopia

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Botswana

The Potential Cost and Impact of Expanding Male Circumcision in Eastern and Southern Africa

Poverty and Youth Reproductive Health: Fact Sheet on Youth Reproductive Health Policy

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