Impact and stigma of AIDS

Sherri & Gershom meeting with Wasaidizi in Lubumbashi

Kabo

Kibale Mewdeka, a young woman in DR Congo, lives in a small house with 10 other people.  Kabo Modestine, one of the Wasaidizi, noticed that Kibale was looking pale and thin and began encouraging her to go to the clinic to be tested for AIDS.  Because of the stigma associated with AIDS, many people do not go to be tested and to receive the free meds available from the government clinics.  With Kabo's encouragement, however, Kibale finally consented to go to the clinic.  She tested positive for HIV and was given the needed ARV drugs.  She is now gaining weight, feeling much better, and grateful Kabo reached out to her.  Another Wasaidizi victory!