With improved access to treatment for people living with HIV many are now able to live longer. As a result there is growing interest in overall quality of life issues.

This report is based on research and interviews conducted by the Center between June 2009 and February 2010. The Center gathered the experiences of 59 women through a combination of in-depth interviews and focus group discussions.

Previous studies from sub-Saharan Africa have found that orphans experience increased sexual risk compared to non-orphans.

Objectives: In 2001 the United Nations (UN) Declaration of Commitment was signed by 189 countries with a goal to reduce HIV prevalence among young people by 25% by 2010. Progress towards this target is assessed.