School children in Kiev learn how to prevent the spread of HIV through training provided by the Golgatha project. AIDS. Care Now. Donate NowUkraine
About UkraineWith an HIV infection rate of more than 1%, Ukraine has one of the highest rates in the Eastern Europe/Central Asia region. The virus is often transmitted through HIV positive injecting drug users who share needles with others. The virus is quickly spreading into the general population through heterosexual activity.
MCC Supports:Crimea - Union of Evangelical Baptist ChurchesThe Baptist Union in Crimea is involved in a special outreach ministry to youth at the Remand Center, a detention center for youth at risk. Those working with the project have realized that the youth have a lack of understanding about the dangers of HIV/AIDS. Through this project, they aim to provide education, counseling, and other support to the inhabitants of the center. If contributions to a project exceed the amount needed, MCC will use the donations to support similar projects.
Golgatha — Zaporozhye FundMore than half of HIV infections in Ukraine are the result of injecting drug use. Drug and alcohol use are contributing to a dangerous social environment for the youth. The Golgatha project operates in the city of Zaporozhye and targets youth between the ages of 13-17. Through educational sessions with both children and their parents, the project encourages youth to lead healthy lives and remain free from HIV. $44 Cdn./$39 U.S. covers the printing cost of 1,000 brochures about healthy relationships with the opposite sex. $123 Cdn./$108 U.S. provides snacks for school children each month during educational outreach sessions. If contributions to a project exceed the amount needed, MCC will use the donations to support similar projects.
Lubimovka Addictions Centre - Zaporozhye Evangelical Christian Baptist UnionIn the town of Zaporozhye, the Evangelical Christian Baptist Union works with people recovering from alcohol and drug addictions. Some are already infected with HIV, while others are at risk for contracting the virus. The Baptist Union will provide specific education about the risk of HIV infection. The project will also help to create a supportive environment for those already infected with HIV. If contributions to a project exceed the amount needed, MCC will use the donations to support similar projects. |
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