The impact of hiv/aids communication strategies for adolescents: a case study of hiv/aids education programme in Kenya’s secondary schools

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of HIV/AIDS communication strategies for adolescents. It was a case study of HIV/AIDS education programme in Kenya's secondary schools. AIDS Education consists of knowledge, skills and attitudes meant to assist the learners to develop and adopt behaviour that will prevent them from being infected with HIV. The study found out that majority of the students were already aware of the AIDS facts and issues as spelt out in the AIDS Education Syllabus. Many indicated in their responses that they have acquired more AIDS awareness, information and knowledge through education. This is a positive development for the students. It is hoped that AIDS education will cause behaviour development and change that is appropriate to the youth's stage of development that will help in HIV/AIDSprevention and control.