The health policy initiative in Mexico : end-of-project report (2005–2010)

The initiative"s activities in the region were carried out from October 2005 to September 2010 and continued the work of the USAID-funded POLICY Project (2000–2006). HPI"s overarching objective was to create an enabling and participatory policy environment for HIV and AIDS programs in the Mexico, including ensuring that policies are put into practice. In particular, HPI/Mexico supported the implementation of the national strategy and norms on HIV/AIDS in collaboration with the national HIV/AIDS program, targeted state HIV/AIDS programs, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), networks of people living with HIV (PLHIV), and the private sector community. Through training and technical assistance, HPI increased the capacity of health workers, community leaders, the private sector, and local organizations to frame and implement policies that respect the rights of people living with, affected by, or at heightened risk of contracting HIV. HPI worked in collaboration with the National Council for the Prevention and Control of HIV/AIDS (CENSIDA), particularly to strengthen the capacity and outreach of the ambulatory centers for prevention of HIV and sexually transmitted infections (CAPASITS) established by the government of Mexico. HPI/Mexico was able to collaborate with and leverage funds from other donors and organizations to accomplish the aforementioned activities. (Excerpt)