Children and AIDS
The relentless spread of HIV/AIDS leaves its mark on the lives of children and threatens the stability and prosperity of nations. Millions of children have been left orphaned by AIDS and many struggle to survive. A large number of children born with the virus and suffer in the course of his short life, while millions of children fighting to grow in a world which revolves constantly the threat of HIV infection.
At the same time that rates of HIV infection are stabilized, deaths from AIDS continue to rise. In some countries, perhaps the number of orphans will not reach its peak until after 2020.
The World Food Program (WFP) helps to ensure the safety and welfare of orphans and other vulnerable children. Nutritional support to be provided to children and their parents inspires hope in people whose life has become uncertain because of the disease. These nutrients help to extend as far as possible the life of HIV-positive parents who have more time to spend with their children.
In addition, targeted food assistance to vulnerable children can receive education and acquire skills for the future.
The best way to reach people who need food assistance is to partner with organizations that serve people living with HIV/AIDS.
“Existing therapies require proper nutrition. Adequate food is essential to prolong the lives of parents and enable them to have a few precious weeks, months or even more years to work and spend time with his family. Maybe we can not give them hope of a cure, but we can give them time. ”
Improving the health of HIV-infected parents for as long as possible gives children a chance to face the future.
The death of the father or mother, or both, has devastating effects on children. In addition to plunge them in an agony, in depressions and a feeling of abandonment, often are forced to assume the immense responsibility to support the family.
Orphans and vulnerable children have more chance of developing malnutrition or disease. As a result of poverty and neglect, often are forced to live in foster homes or in the street hostile. Without the protection of their parents, facing all sorts of abuse and risks.
In these desperate conditions, orphans and vulnerable children are the first to leave school. Without education and without the love, care and guidance dispensed by the parents or guardians, the future of orphans and other vulnerable children is bleak. The parents live longer, more promising future will be presented with their children.
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