Abstract

PIP: This article presents a project update on the joint UN Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). The UNAIDS program is a coordination of national efforts to strengthen responses to HIV/AIDS as a support to the ministries of health. Member agencies have provided assistance and continue to assist HIV/AIDS related activities in the Pacific Island countries. These agencies consist of the WHO, UN Population Fund, UN International Children's Emergency Fund, UN Education, Science and Culture Organisation, UN Development Programme, and the UN Drug Control Programme. Highlighted HIV/AIDS-related activities being undertaken include the following: the implementation of a program to strengthen sexually transmitted infections services; launching of a pilot peer education training program in Australia; the establishment of a behavioral research working group; commitment of financial supports; and development of national youth policies which include issues related to HIV/AIDS.