The role of NGO workplace policies in eliminating HIV/AIDS in South Africa : an analysis of two case studies

[摘要] ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Amidst the proliferation of HIV/AIDS policies in existence, the study undertook to examinethe extent to which workplace policies on HIV/AIDS in two NGOs in Pretoria are beingimplemented through activities and programmes within the organisation. The researcherconducted two qualitative methods, a document analysis on both NGOs workplace HIVpolicies and a semi structured interview with senior managers within both organisations.It was found that workplace policies on HIV/AIDS are present in both organisationshowever, as it relates to the execution of these policies there has been little to noimplementation. The issue of human resources has been highlighted as a main challengewithin the organisations, along with funding, stigma and monitoring. Recommendations areprovided for both policy makers and NGOs to assist collectively in charting a way forward inreducing the spread of HIV/AIDS in South Africa.

[发布机构] Stellenbosch University