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Screening and Panel Discussion of “Courage and Hope; African Teachers Living Positively With HIV” with Dr Michael Beasley, Partnership for Child Development and four Kenyan teachers – Beldina Atieno, Martin Mkong Ptoch, Jemimah Nindo and Margaret Wambete.
Abstract: In the run up to World AIDS Day on 1 December, we would be delighted if you could join us on 25 November 2009 for a lunch time seminar in the Cockburn Lecture Theatre following the UK launch of the powerful film “Courage and Hope; African Teachers Living Positively With HIV” in the Houses of Parliament.
The film bears witness to the stories of four Kenyan teachers living with HIV, and the stigma and discrimination they faced in their schools, communities and families. It goes on to document how with treatment and support, these teachers have triumphed over their personal circumstances and have become true leaders in the education sector’s fight against the disease. By raising awareness of challenges faced by teachers, the film is a powerful advocacy tool and training resource which aims to reduce HIV stigma, and encourage others to access treatment and continue working in their professions.
We are absolutely thrilled that the four teachers featured in the film will be joining us for what promises to be an extremely interesting panel discussion.
To watch a trailer of the film please visit http://www.schoolsandhealth.org/pages/CourageandHope.aspx