Children Affected by HIV/AIDS
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Children orphaned by AIDS have been ordained as novice monks
and receive education in Kien Kes temple in Battambang province,
Cambodia.
Source: Karl Grobl/FHI |
Worldwide, 13.4 million children have
become orphans due to HIV/AIDS. Millions more are living with
parents who are ill or with families that must stretch scarce
resources to care for them. USAID is funding more than 75
activities in 22 countries to help families and communities
create and sustain a supportive environment for children affected
by HIV/AIDS. USAID activities include material support, such
as food, school fees, shelter, and clothing, in addition to
economic strengthening, counseling, psychological support,
and community care.
Learn
more about USAID's response to children affected by HIV/AIDS
Recent Publications
- Second Annual Report to Congress – Supporting Highly Vulnerable Children: Progress, Promise and Partnership - December 2008 [PDF, 2.3MB]
This report summarizes activities U.S. Government (USG) agencies, including USAID, are undertaking together to improve programming for highly vulnerable children. In 2007–2008, the USG spent in excess of $5.9 billion on foreign assistance programs to improve the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children and their families. USAID has dedicated significant time and human resources to this effort.
- The U.S. Government Special Advisor for Orphans and Vulnerable Children, First Annual Report to Congress: Highly Vulnerable Children: Causes, Consequences and Actions - August 2007 [PDF, 2.2MB]
- Critical Interventions: Orphans and Vulnerable Children - June 2006 [PDF, 218KB]
The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief supports varied interventions to help families, communities and governments to care for children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.
- View an Archive of Publications on Children Affected by HIV/AIDS from 2000-2005
USAID Success Stories on Children Affected by HIV/AIDS
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