Press releases
Early HIV testing and treatment can save newborn lives, new U.N. report released on World AIDS Day states
NEW YORK, 1 December 2008 – Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve the prospects for survival of newborn babies exposed to HIV, according to a report released today by four United Nations agencies.
Caribbean broadcasters partner with the Global Media AIDS Initiative to expand HIV/AIDS programming and information resources in Haiti
PORT-AU-PRINCE, 14 November 2007 – The Caribbean Broadcast Media Partnership on HIV/AIDS (CBMP) and the Global Media AIDS Initiative (GMAI) today announced a new collaboration to make HIV/AIDS-related programming content and other resources available – in Haitian Creole – to radio and television audiences across Haiti beginning on December 1, 2007 – World AIDS Day.
Caring for children affected by HIV and AIDS
MADRID, 26 October 2007 - Several countries are making progress in the provision of a minimum package of services for orphans and vulnerable children, which includes access to education, health care, social welfare and protection services. In the context introduced by the UNICEF IRC Insight report on ‘Caring for Children Affected by HIV and AIDS’, being presented today by UNICEF to stimulate debate on the continuing grave situation of this highly vulnerable group, the past year and a half have seen a number of significant developments with regards to children affected by HIV/AIDS.
Man U gives thumbs up for 3R-UNICEF futsal playoffs for girls
KUALA LUMPUR, 1 November 2007 – Manchester United FC, one of the world’s most popular football clubs, has given the thumbs up to the girls program under the 3R-UNICEF All Women’s Futsal Playoffs 2007.
ICC Cricket World Cup West Indies 2007 to Shine Spotlight on Children and Young People Affected by HIV
DUBAI/GENEVA/NEW YORK/ KINGSTON/BRIDGETOWN, 6 March, 2007 – The International Cricket Council (ICC) will team up with UNAIDS, UNICEF and the Caribbean Broadcast Media Partnership on HIV/AIDS at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2007 to highlight the situation of children and young people living with and affected by HIV.
Limited knowledge of HIV risk and prevention among high risk groups increases AIDS menace in Armenia
YEREVAN, 30 January -- Adolescents and young people aged 10-24 from vulnerable and higher risk groups in Armenia have insufficient levels of knowledge to protect themselves against the spread of HIV infection, according to a study launched today.
Youth producers from Zambia and Mexico win UNICEF/OneWorld radio prize
NEW YORK, 11 December 2006 – Youth radio producers from Zambia and Mexico have won the 2006 UNICEF/OneWorld Radio Prize, presented by UNICEF and OneWorld Radio. The award is given to a radio programme produced by youth that reflects the 2006 theme “UNITE FOR CHILDREN. UNITE AGAINST AIDS.” Awards are presented for the best feature (up to six minutes) and the best Public Service Announcement (PSA) and celebrate youth participation in media.
Pediatric treatment against AIDS launched in Guinea-Bissau
GUINEA-BISSAU, 25 October 2006 - One year after the Unite for Children. Unite against AIDS Campaign, Guinea-Bissau, today launched a pediatric treatment effort against AIDS to ensure that the needs of infected and affected children are met.
UNITE FOR CHILDREN UNITE AGAINST AIDS youth football tournament kicks off
BAKU, 20 October, 2006 - UNICEF and the Azerbaijan Ministry of Youth and Sports have teamed up again this year to highlight the risks of HIV and AIDS for young people - this time through the powerful medium of sport.
Important progress seen in tackling AIDS, but epidemic continues to outpace response, says new comprehensive global AIDS update
New York, 30 May 2006 – According to new data in the UNAIDS 2006 Report on the global AIDS epidemic the AIDS epidemic appears to be slowing down globally, but new infections are continuing to increase in certain regions and countries.
Four small governments take a big step for children affected by HIV/AIDS
NEW YORK, 28 March 2006 – UNICEF thanked the governments of San Marino, Andorra, Liechtenstein and Monaco today for joining together to support the UNITE FOR CHILDREN UNITE AGAINST AIDS campaign.
UNICEF/Baylor agreement signals brighter outlook for pediatric AIDS treatment in Africa
NAIROBI, 27 February 2006 – The UNICEF Regional Office for Eastern and Southern Africa and the Baylor College of Medicine International Pediatric AIDS Initiative (BIPAI) signed an agreement today to work together to improve access to antiretrovirals and other treatments for children living with HIV/AIDS in the region.
HIV threatens stability of African families, says UN
ABUJA, Nigeria, 6 December 2005 – The United Nations today called on all Africans including governments, communities, people living with HIV and AIDS and individuals to take ownership and unite in the response to AIDS in Africa.
UN Urges Unified Action to Prevent Escalation of HIV/AIDS in Iraq
AMMAN, 1 December 2005: Although the current numbers of persons infected with HIV/AIDS in Iraq is low - estimated to be 448, today on World AIDS Day the United Nations cautions that this figure could increase dramatically if unified actions are not taken and preventive measures put in place to keep the killer disease in check.
AIDS infection in Somalia can be kept low says UN
NAIROBI, 1 December 2005 – Somalia still has an opportunity to be one of the few countries in Sub-Saharan Africa to avert an HIV/AIDS epidemic of major proportions, the United Nations said today. The latest sero-prevalence survey indicates a Somali-wide HIV rate among women attending ante-natal care clinics of around 0.9%. This is relatively low in comparison to surrounding countries.
Global Campaign for Children and AIDS launches in Iran
TEHRAN, 1 December 2005– UNICEF, UNAIDS, Iran’s Ministry of Health and other partners today kicked off a campaign to focus attention on the devastating impact of AIDS on children and young people. The campaign was launched with a football match between the Ararat Football Club and the Iranian Celebrities’ Club in Tehran. UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Rima Salah, Ministry of Health officials, a host of Iranian celebrities from television, film and sport and hundreds of school children attended the event
UNICEF and UNAIDS Launch Global Campaign in The Gambia
BANJUL, 30 November 2005 – Over 200 people including members of cabinet, the diplomatic community, and heads of government departments joined UNICEF, UNAIDS and other partners to launch the Global Campaign, UNITE for CHILDREN UNITE AGAINST AIDS, with the President of The Gambia today. The campaign focuses on the enormous impact of HIV/AIDS on children.
UNICEF SAYS 14,000 CHILDREN DIE EACH YEAR DUE TO AIDS IN UGANDA
KAMPALA, 25 November 2005 – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), today joining the Government of Uganda, UNAIDS and other partners for the national launch of the global “Children and AIDS” campaign, renewed its call to galvanise action for children and women affected by AIDS, including nearly half of the country’s 2 million orphans who have lost one or both parents to AIDS.
SNAP, UNICEF and UNAIDS Launch Campaign to Galvanize Action
Khartoum, 30 November 2005 – The Sudanese National AIDS Control Programme (SNAP), UNICEF, UNAIDS and other partners will launch tomorrow a campaign focusing on the impact of HIV/AIDS on children, saying that as many as 300,000 young people in Sudan under 25 years are already living with the virus.
New Presidential Leadership Emerging in Africa’s Fight Against HIV/AIDS
NAIROBI, 22 November 2005. As political observers know, presidential words are the best signposts for the direction of national policies and actions. Which is why the strong signals coming from some of Africa’s leaders are likely to attract welcome attention and vitally needed funds in the struggle against HIV/AIDS.
GIRLS, BOYS AND YOUNG PEOPLE: THE MISSING FACE OF AIDS
SAN SALVADOR, 11 November 2005 – UNICEF, UNAIDS and other partners kicked off today a campaign to focus attention on the devastating impact of AIDS on children and young people, warning that current efforts underway in Latin America and the Caribbean will not be sufficient to halt the pandemic.
Global AIDS crisis gets first-ever global awareness campaign
Johannesburg, London, New York, 27 October 2005 – Clear Channel Outdoor and UNICEF today launched the first-ever global outdoor advertising campaign to raise awareness of the enormous impact of HIV/AIDS on children. At simultaneous events in Johannesburg, London and New York celebrities joined representatives of the two organizations to unveil a powerful image depicting a young child standing by her parents’ graves. The campaign will be seen on billboards and other outdoor displays in 50 countries around the world.
Children: The Missing Face of AIDS
NEW YORK, 25 October 2005 – UNICEF, UNAIDS and other partners today launched a global campaign focusing on the enormous impact of HIV/AIDS on children, saying it was a disgrace that fewer than 5 per cent of HIV-positive children receive treatment and that millions of children who have lost parents to the disease go without support.
