AN HIV/AIDS UNIT INITIATIVE
LETTER FROM THE HOD OF THE HIV/AIDS UNIT
JUNE 2024 | EDITION 23
IN THIS ISSUE Peer Educators’
Training « pg 4
Dear Students The year has just started and we are heading towards the second semester at quite a speed. Firstly I want to congratulate you for making it this far! I am certain your family must be very proud of you and looking forward to the day you graduate. If you had to look back at what the past two years offered, what would you reflect on? If not yet, this is a good time to reflect on your achievements, challenges and maybe finding some newfound friends.
Peer Ed’s Awards « pg 10
I guess one would want to see what we’ve gained, perhaps what we’ve lost and most of all, what we’ve learned from life’s challenges. Remember challenges are not there to destroy you but rather to build and grow you.
Continue on pg 2
First things first « pg 17 campaign Peer Ed’s Discussion « pg 21 Highlights
Upcoming Events
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Peer Eds Awards 19 September 2024
First Things First Health Campaign July-September
The HIV/AIDS Unit’s annual Peer Education Awards recognize outstanding contributions by peer educators in raising awareness, providing education, and supporting students on various health and social issues.
The First Things First project is a a Higher Health-funded campaign that is one of the most successful Mobile Wellness health screening campaigns at CPUT. Students are encouraged to know know their status. The HIV/AIDS Unit team with partners will be visiting CPUT campuses and residences for testing.
VISIT US TODAY TO KNOW YOUR HIV STATUS!
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