Children and AIDS
13 October 2006 / Abuja / Harare – Children are hardly the beneficiaries of information, especially on subjects like HIV/AIDS. This lack of access to information impedes their understanding of the HIV/AIDS pandemic. As partners in the promotion of their rights, it is important for them to participate in discussions and programmes on HIV/AIDS. Their participation start with the knowledge of HIV/AIDS, how it affects children and what children can do in creating awareness and also prevent the spread and care for those who are infected and affected. In consonance with article 13 of the CRC, UNICEF Nigeria and Zimbabwe country offices organised an internet chat on October 13 on the theme of Children and AIDS.
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