4th February, 2012
Film Festival Charity
The Discovering Latin America Film Festival is the only film event of its magnitude whose purpose is to raise funds for social development. Each year we support a different organisation which is working for change in Latin America; this year we are proud to be supporting the work of Progressio in helping women affected by HIV and AIDS in the Dominican Republic.
Progressio is an international development charity working for justice and the eradication of poverty. Progressio places qualified, experienced professionals with local grassroots organisations, supporting them to tackle the causes and consequences of inequality.
In the Monte Plata province of the Dominican Republic, women struggle for their families' survival. For a growing number of women, this struggle is exacerbated by their vulnerability to HIV and AIDS. Few women are able to access HIV tests, and for those who test positive, health care is totally inadequate – access to treatment and care is sporadic at best, and health workers are frustrated by their own limited skills and resources.
Progressio is working with local NGOs and local authorities to improve the quality of life of these women. This project will contribute to the prevention of HIV and AIDS through community campaigns, and will improve treatment and care for positive women. Progressio is supporting local partners to put systems and services in place, and to train health workers - ensuring that all women in the area can access effective and consistent care. Progressio is also supporting women's groups to lobby authorities, legislators and other decision-makers, so that the health rights of women are protected for years to come.
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You can also help us to make a difference in the Dominican Republic by making an on-line donation.
Discovering Latin America's sole sources of funding are proceeds from our events and charitable donations. You can make a donation at Charities Trust via the following link:
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