The Foundation for Community and Capacity Development (FOCCAD) recently conducted a C3 model network orientation meeting, aimed at strengthening effective pathways for HIV case finding and management, improving service delivery, care, and support across clinic and community platforms for children, adolescents, and their families, and safeguarding sexual reproductive health rights.

The meeting witnessed participation from all five facilities in Thyolo and Phalombe, as well as nine facilities in Nkhotakota. The collaborative effort has resulted in a significant improvement in understanding and cooperation with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and expert clients. This collaboration has proven effective, with most defaulters being successfully traced back to care.

Moreover, the orientation has led to a notable increase in knowledge about sexual and reproductive health (SRH) among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW). Specifically, 70% of AGYW participants reported enhanced understanding of SRH issues.

FOCCAD’s commitment to fostering community health and well-being through such initiatives continues to make a positive impact, as evidenced by the improved collaboration and outcomes reported by the participating facilities.