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Bulawayo South AIDS Trust (BSAT) implements community based projects aimed at improving the health, dignity , and livelihoods of people living with HIV in Bulawayo South and surrounding communities. Our programs respond directly to the social, economic and health challenges faced by our members.
1. COMMUNITY MOBILISATION AND HIV AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS:
We conduct community sensitisation and mobilisation activities to promote the uptake of HIV related health services. This includes HIV education, treatment literacy and prevention messaging. Our work also focuses on reducing stigma and discrimination by engaging community leaders, faith leaders and service providers.
2. POSITIVE HEALTH, DIGNITY ,AND PREVENTION:
BSAT promotes positive living among people living with HIV through health education, psychosocial support and self care training. We empower members with knowledge and skills to manage their health, adhere to treatment and live positively while preventing onward transmission..
3. INCOME GENERATING PROJECTS:
To strengthen economic independence. We support income generating projects and initiatives for people living with HIV in their diversity. These projects help members build sustainable livelihoods, reduce poverty and improve household stabilit, recognising the strong link between economic security and good health outcomes.
4. NUTRITION SUPPORT AND SUPPORT GROUPS:
BSAT facilitates nutrition support initiatives and support groups that promote healthy living. These groups provide peer support, shared learning and encouragement and help members improve treatment adherence and overall well being.
5. CAPACITY BUILDING AND LIFE SKILLS TRAINING:
We capacitate members through training on health living self care and personal development. These activities are designed to build confidence, resilience and the ability to make informed decisions about health and livelihoods.
6. ADVOCACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS:
We advocate for the rights and interests of people living with HIV by engaging with local and national authorities. We lobby for laws, policies, and practices that address legal and social challenges faced by people living with HIV and ensure their concerns are adequately represented.
7. PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATION:
We work in partnership with other community based organisations, government institutions and civil society networks with similar objectives. Through collaboration, we strengthen community systems and contribute to more effective and inclusive HIV response.
Our Gallery
Our gallery offers a visual insight into BSAT and the work we do. It highlights key projects, milestones, and moments that define our journey. Each image reflects our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and growth. Together, they tell the story of who we are and what we stand for.
Our Partners
We are proud to collaborate with dedicated partners who share our commitment to strengthening the HIV response and improving community health outcomes. Through strategic partnerships, we combine expertise, resources, and advocacy efforts to expand impact, promote human rights, and ensure sustainable access to prevention, treatment, care, and support services.
ZNNP+“The Zimbabwe National Network of People Living with HIV (ZNNP+) is a national membership-based organization formed in 1999 to represent and empower people living with HIV across Zimbabwe. It promotes meaningful involvement of affected communities in decision-making processes, policies, and programs that impact their health and rights. Through advocacy, peer support, and community engagement structures nationwide, ZNNP+ works to reduce stigma, strengthen access to treatment and services, and improve the overall quality of life for people living with HIV.”
National Aids Council of Zimbabwe“The National AIDS Council (NAC) is a statutory body established in 1999 to coordinate and lead Zimbabwe’s national response to HIV and AIDS. It oversees policy implementation, mobilizes resources, and monitors programs aimed at prevention, treatment, care, and support services. By managing the National AIDS Trust Fund and collaborating with government ministries, civil society, and development partners, NAC works to reduce new infections, improve treatment outcomes, and strengthen the country’s overall health systems response.”
Global Network of People Living with HIV“The Global Network of People Living with HIV (GNP+) is an international advocacy organization founded in 1989 to represent the global movement of people living with HIV. It advances the Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV (GIPA) principle, ensuring meaningful participation in policies and programs that shape global health responses. Through partnerships with regional networks, governments, and global institutions, GNP+ promotes human rights, challenges stigma and discrimination, and expands equitable access to treatment and care worldwide.”