Ochai RO; International Conference on AIDS (15th : 2004 : Bangkok, Thailand).
Int Conf AIDS. 2004 Jul 11-16; 15: abstract no. MoPeE4148.
TASO Headquarters, Kampala, Uganda
Issues: Having recognised the multiple effects of HIV/AIDS to employers and employees, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) developed a code on HIV/AIDS that employers are encouraged to adopted as part of their policies on HIV/AIDS in the workplace. Adoption of this code by the employers has been varied from both within and between organisations and companies. Description: In 2003, a research was carried out among selected employers of various categories in Kampala (Uganda) to assess the extent to which the employers are abiding by this ILO code. The methods used were both qualitative and quantitative. Key informant interviews were conducted with the heads of the various companies/organisations and structured questionnaires were administered to their staff. Documents (available policies) were reviewed as part of the study to assess the extent to which they comply with the ILO guidelines. Lessons learned: The international organisations/companies like bilateral agencies and multinational banks have put in place good policies that meet or exceed the ILO recommendations. The local companies/organisations are at various stages of compliance with ILO with most of them falling short of the minimum requirements. The Government institutions at both the national and (especially) local levels still have considerable ground to cover before attaining the desired status. Recommendations: Arrangements for targeted education of employees should be put in place. More efforts should be put in place to ensure that both the local companies/organisations and government adhere to the ILO guidelines. The ILO should establish adequate mechanisms of monitoring and stimulating member countries to comply with its guidelines.
Publication Types:
Keywords:
- Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
- HIV Infections
- HIV Seropositivity
- Health Planning Guidelines
- Organizations
- Research
- Uganda
- Workplace
Other ID:
UI: 102280430
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