A Dance Summit for an AIDS-free Generation

A dozen student leaders from across the country that recently made the trek to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) headquarters in Washington, D.C., for the annual UP 4 THE FIGHT Dance Marathon retreat. They learned about the fight against pediatric HIV/AIDS and how to to become better fundraisers, better leaders, and even better EGPAF ambassadors and champions for an AIDS-free generation. Keep reading

Sustainable + Smart Solutions to HIV in Tanzania: Smart Children, Smart Partners, Smart Systems Pt 3

At the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), we know that we cannot eliminate pediatric AIDS without stronger health systems that provide high-quality, integrate, healthcare for families and communities. In Tanzania, we support leadership at the all levels of the health system. National organizations are key contributors in building sustainable and effective health systems that will eliminate pediatric AIDS while improving the overall health of women, children, and families. Keep reading

Youth in Swaziland Speak Out for Health

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is not only fighting AIDS, it is changing the way the world fight AIDS. We listen. We share. We collaborate. We partner globally and locally to build comprehensive and sustainable programs. EGPAF has worked with the government of the Kingdom of Swaziland since 2004 to implement efficient and effective programs that prevent the transmission of HIV from mother to child and provide testing, care, treatment, and psychosocial support services to children, adolescents, and adults living with HIV. Keep reading

AIDS 2014 and Beyond: Top Takeaways

Because the fight against HIV/AIDS is a global one, decisions about how to tackle the epidemic take place in many forums with differing perspectives. Whether it is happening at the African Union Summit or at the 20th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2014) EGPAF is a strong presence and a vocal champion for the health of children, families, and communities affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Keep reading

500 Days: Make Them Count

August 18, 2014 marks the 500 day milestone until the target date to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). How do we make them count? In this blog, originally published on Devex.com, Chip Lyons, EGPAF president and CEO explains why we must make women and children in the fight against HIV a global priority to keep up MDG momentum and achieve a world where no child dies of AIDS. Keep reading

Sustainable + Smart Solutions to HIV in Tanzania: Smart Children, Smart Partners, Smart Systems

In Tanzania, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) works closely with partners, like EGPAF affiliate AGPAHI, to ensure that families, health care workers, and communities have the tools and resources to plan, implement, and sustain their HIV programs so that all families are reached with services. This blog is part of a series on a recent country visit by Chip Lyons, EGPAF president and CEO. Keep reading