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HIV/AIDS Knowledge, Attitude and Practice survey: UN uniformed peacekeepers in Liberia |
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Roxanne Bazergan, Peacekeeping Best Practices Section, 28/2/2006 |
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In May-June 2005, DPKO and UNAIDS piloted a HIV/AIDS knowledge, attitude and practice survey among uniformed peacekeepers in Liberia, with the technical assistance of the US Centers for Disease Control. The survey found varying levels of HIV/AIDS training among contingents, UN police officers and military observers and there were common misconceptions about HIV/AIDS across the board. Overall, 51% were considered to have a comprehensive knowledge of HIV/AIDS. One hundred and twenty peacekeepers (of a total of 667 in the survey sample) reported having sex in the mission area, though there were suggestions that concerns about sexual exploitation and abuse may have resulted in under-reporting. Overall condom use was not consistent, with 21% of those that had sex reportedly not using a condom every time, pointing to a significant risk for HIV transmission in the mission area. The survey also highlighted inconsistent implementations of testing policies within troop and police contributing countries and an overall lack of HIV counselling. This report analyses the findings of the survey and makes recommendations for Member States, DPKO and UNAIDS to strengthen HIV/AIDS prevention and awareness strategies for peacekeepers. |
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