Through the innovative use of over 1000 ‘change agents’, the initiative reached over 650,000 beneficiaries with comprehensive SRH-HIV information and services.
In South Africa, people with albinism are marginalized and vulnerable citizens, yet very little attention is paid to protect them from human rights abuse.
The Appeal reflects the centrality of protection and a ‘Rights Up Front’ approach to COVID-19, which is imperative to prevent stigma and discrimination.
Opinion: Gilbert Tshitaudzi, Nutrition Specialist, UNICEF South Africa and Dr Mariame Sylla, Chief Health, HIV/AIDS and Nutrition, UNICEF South Africa (via IOL)
Whilst we forge lessons learned from this pandemic, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Constitution are a beacon of hope and prosperity.