Stay Alive - HIV/AID Prevention
In developing countries, most children that get the HIV virus from their mother will die by the age of 5. Sexual activity usually begins around the age of 14. Thus, children between the ages of 6-14 are generally HIV negative. The Stay Alive program, developed by United Families International (UFI), strikes at a root cause of the HIV/AIDS epidemic by reaching children before they become sexually active (ages 8-11) and empowering them with decision-making skills that can literally save their lives.
The Stay Alive program teaches truths for living long, healthy and loving lives. The program involves teachers, parents/guardians and students utilizing three integrated discussion guides.
Teachers Guide. The teachers guide contains
eight lessons which incorporate the four P's of effective
teaching; pictures, participation, practice, and pledges.
Educators, community leaders, and or/parent groups can
easily introduce program concepts by following the discussion
guide.
Parent/Guardian Discussion Guide. The Parent/Guardian
guide facilitates in-depth discussions on lesson topics
at home. This guided conversation with parents/guardians
is considered the most important and effective part
of the program.
Student Workbook. The Student Workbook has
a page for writing pledges after each lesson. The booklet
is designed with minimal text and simple grahics to
be especially appropriate for children between the ages
of 8-11.
