Chawakua - The Education of HIV/AIDS

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Bimu with her grandmother receiving money for her tuition fees

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Efrasion is selling the tomatoes In whole sales at Tengeru market

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CHAWAKUA is run by a staff of volunteers who dedicate their time and efforts in the fight against AIDS.

Asha is one of the originating founders of CHAWAKUA, and has been with the organization since it’s inception in 1992. Asha has a Diploma in Medicine and a Masters in Community Economic Development. She is very passionate about improving the lives of youth, and helping women and children impacted and vulnerable to HIV/AIDS.

Asha Ramma Mruma

Managing Director – CHAWAKUA

Zenna has been with CHAWAKUA since 2003. Zenna is one of the facilitators of the Train the Trainer program. She manages the education programs on Sexual Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS, and Life Planning Skills within six wards throughout Arusha. Zenna also organizes sporting events for youth within the six wards to keep them occupied and send the message of HIV/AIDS.

Zenna Saleh Shilla

Program Officer

Peter has been with CHAWAKUA since 2000. Peter is the financial representative for CHAWAKUA. He spends his time keeping the accounts, and is involved in organizing the budget and financial reports for donor proposals. He is also the Facilitator for all the Train The Trainer programs.

Peter Egdy

Accountant & Facilitator

Ericka has been with CHAWAKUA since 1994. Erika provides counseling services to patients with HIV/AIDS and educates families on how to properly provide Home Based Care to those in need (e.g. hygiene, nutrition and stigmitization reduction).

Erika Massawe

Counselor for Home Based Care