PILS is a mauritian NGO created in July 1996. PILS is a key player in the national response against HIV / AIDS.

Mission Statement:

• Reduce the number of HIV cases in Mauritius, Rodrigues and in the Indian Ocean
• Fight stigma through advocacy, information and communication
• Improve the quality of life of People Living with HIV & AIDS (PLHIV) by contributing to the improvement of medical care and psycho-social support Vision To reduce the number of new HIV infections Objectives
• To mobilize a multi-sectoral response to HIV to support those living with or affected by HIV/AIDS.
• To combat stigma, discrimination and false information.
• To increase access to medical care for those requiring it by providing new funding sources.

Activities

• Documentation and information centre.
• Prevention in primary and secondary schools.
• School and workplace interventions.
• Local and regional workshops on HIV/AIDS.
• Free and anonymous helpline.
• The expansion of an awareness-raising campaign.
• Psychosocial support; advocacy work.
• Prison visits for those living with HIV/AIDS.
• Access to free male and female condoms.

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