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Date received: 2008-03-26 Language: Ðóññêèé Code: 61 Year published: 2006 Author: Zagaynova A.I., Berezovskaya E.K. Organization: Russian Red Cross, Irkutsk Oblast Branch Carrier: Printed and electronic |
This Informational Manual for employees of pre-school educational institutions on the issues associated with children affected by the HIV epidemic. The manual presents contemporary concepts related to HIV-infection, the notion of stigma and discrimination; it also describes the characteristics of key social and psychological problems of the families affected by HIV/AIDS epidemics. Special emphasis is given to the rights of children, living with HIV, and responsibilities of employees in children’ educational institutions, as well as the role of these educational institutions in care and support the quality of life of children affected by HIV. The publication is accessible for a wide public.
