HIV & AIDS Poster

1. Who is the poster for?

Educators of many kinds, parents, and children aged 10–14.
2. Where might it be used?

Schools
Homes
Health clinics
Children’s clubs
Religious groups
3. Is it enough for children to learn the messages?

No, the messages are designed as doorways to discussion and action.
Children are encouraged to understand and use the messages, not just memorize them.
4. Why are the faces of the people on the poster multi-ethnic?

Children for Health has a global audience, so the poster reflects diversity.
5. How do I use the messages?

Be creative!
Focus on one topic for a week, a month, or a term.
6. What is the Rainbow Stick?

When a child learns and shares a message, they return with a story about sharing it.
A teacher or adult rewards the child with a strip of colored fabric to tie to their stick.
The goal is to collect 100 ribbons by learning and sharing 100 health messages before leaving primary school.
7. Why is one picture bigger than the others?

It highlights the Children for Health key message.
8. Can I add to, change, adapt, translate, or simplify the messages?

Yes! But always check with experts to ensure the accuracy of any revised or new messages.
9. Are there other important messages you have not mentioned?

The poster contains short and simple messages, but you can add others in your program.
10. Some of the words and concepts are too hard for children.

Children enjoy learning new words and ideas.
Take time to ensure they understand important terms like:
PrEP
ARVs (Anti-Retroviral Treatment)
ART (Anti-Retroviral Therapy)
VMMC (Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision)
Germs