Work group #2 Community based services and information

Main results of the group work The consolidating dialog between major implementers of the prevention and care and support programs (Network of PLHA, Coalition of AIDS service organizations, Ukrainian Harm Reduction Network, Regional NGOs, Clubs and Community centers) Principal agreement was reached on the number of key issues

Key issues agreed All clients have to be granted access to the package of services including care & support, prevention, information and advocacy The minimum package of services should be available in most regions affected by the epidemic and especially in those where treatment will be started

Key issues agreed (cont.) Comprehensive package of services should be available in the regions heavily affected, where minimal package is already presented and there is a need to introduce new services to increase coverage and provide more intensive interventions The budget should be based on current client needs (epidemiological situation and number of clients), previous performance and capacity to continue and expand programs

Main objective and expected results Objective: Vulnerable groups have increased access to the good quality services and information on prevention, care and support at the community level Expected results Adequate sets of interventions at the regional level are designed Community based services and information quality is improved, new services introduced, coverage increased National and regional environment for CBSI is improved Civic society capacity for community based response to the epidemic is strengthened

Main targets IndicatorBSLNYear 3Year 4Year 5 IDUs reached by prevention services Number of sex workers reached with prevention services Number of MSM reached with HIV prevention services Prisoners reached with prevention services Number of Behavioral Change Communication materials disseminated (incl. materials developed by field level service providers) Number of People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) provided with comprehensive care and support services

Main budget assumptions Total budget: Year 3 = $ Total for three years = $ Out of all budget – service package – 82% –Out of service package 81% is minimal service package Out of all budget – capacity building – 13% Out of all budget – policy environment building – 5%