By Albert Allotey, GNA
Accra, Oct. 28, GNA – Janok Foundation, a non-governmental organisation has sensitised and distributed HIV self-test kits to traders, drivers and their mates at the Pokuase Lorry Station in the Greater Accra Region.
The programme was aimed at raising awareness of the HIV and to promote informed health decisions among community members.
The gathering at the station were educated on key issues, including stigmatisation and discrimination against persons living with HIV, HIV prevention, modes of transmission, testing and available treatment options.
As part of the intervention, 150 HIV self-test kits were distributed, and the team provided practical assistance to many beneficiaries to facilitate the testing process.
Madam Jane Amerley Oku, the Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation, and a member of the HIV Committee of the Ga North Municipal Assembly who led the sensitisation team in an interview with the Ghana News Agency said the exercise was meaningful and impactful.
She stressed that the engagement has strengthened awareness of HIV, encouraged voluntary testing, and promoted personal responsibility for health and well-being.
“It also reinforced the importance of eliminating stigma and discrimination against persons living with HIV while ensuring that individuals have access to accurate information and appropriate health services,” the Chief Executive emphasised.
Madam Oku assured that Janok Foundation remains committed to promoting public health, empowering vulnerable communities through health education, and supporting initiatives that contribute to improve good health outcomes.
GNA
Edited by Linda Asante Agyei