Communication from a human rights perspective: responding to the HIV/AIDS pandemic in eastern and southern Africa. A working paper for use in HIV and AIDS programmes
Ford, N.; Odallo, D.; Chorlton, R.
Journal of Health Communication 8(6): 599-612; Discussion 613-4
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 1081-0730 PMID: 14690891 DOI: 10.1080/713852167Document Number: 232186
This article discusses some important concepts on behaviour change communication as it relates to human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV)/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) in Southern and Eastern Africa. An alternative approach to behaviour change communication is discussed. The approach takes into consideration community participation and ownership, as human rights components, in dealing with HIV/AIDS. The concept highlights the relevance of various community-based interventions to fight HIV/AIDS.