AID FOR AIDS INC

AID FOR AIDS International (AFA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1996 in New York City by Jesús Aguais. Its original purpose was to recycle unused, unexpired antiretroviral medication and redistribute it to people with HIV who have no access to treatment. Today, AFA operates the largest HIV medicine recycling program in the world. Mission To empower communities at risk of HIV and the general population by developing skills in comprehensive prevention through access to treatment, education, training, and advocacy, aiming to improve quality of life and reduce stigma and discrimination. Vision To be internationally recognized as a successful model of empowerment, supported by efficient and sustainable programs that foster leadership capable of adopting prevention as a way of life. Key Programs HIV Medicine Recycling: collection and worldwide redistribution of antiretroviral medication. Access to Treatment and Case Management: more than 20,000 people served in 59 countries. Prevention Education (“How Much Do You Know?”): reaching over 100,000 young people annually in Latin America and the Caribbean. Support for Children and Adolescents with HIV: medical and holistic assistance to over 400 minors since 2003. Humanitarian Response (“Healing Venezuela”): providing infant formula and nutritional follow-up to babies affected by malnutrition. Community Outreach in New York: HIV testing and engagement activities, focusing on the Latino community.