YouthAIDS

YouthAIDS is an international nonprofit organization that aims to educate and protect young people from HIV/AIDS. It was established in 2001 by Kate Roberts, a former executive at the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi. The organization uses popular culture, media, and celebrities to reach out to young people and encourage them to protect themselves from the disease.

History

YouthAIDS was founded in 2001 by Kate Roberts, a former executive at the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi. Roberts was inspired to start the organization after a trip to Zimbabwe, where she witnessed the devastating impact of HIV/AIDS on the country's youth. Since its inception, YouthAIDS has reached over 60 million young people in more than 60 countries.

Mission

The mission of YouthAIDS is to educate and protect young people from HIV/AIDS. The organization believes that through education and awareness, young people can be empowered to protect themselves from the disease. YouthAIDS uses popular culture, media, and celebrities to reach out to young people and encourage them to protect themselves from HIV/AIDS.

Programs

YouthAIDS runs a number of programs aimed at educating young people about HIV/AIDS. These include peer education programs, condom distribution programs, and media campaigns. The organization also works with celebrities to raise awareness about the disease.

Partnerships

YouthAIDS has partnered with a number of organizations and companies to further its mission. These include MTV, Nike, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. These partnerships allow YouthAIDS to reach a wider audience and have a greater impact.

See also

• HIV/AIDS in Africa
• HIV/AIDS in the United States
• HIV/AIDS in Asia
• HIV/AIDS in Europe

External links

• Official website

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