ILES — Institute for Labour and Employment Studies

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HIV/AIDS Awareness in the Workplace

Manage HIV/AIDS and associated stigma in the workplace under the ILO, SADC and national codes.

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Rationale

HIV/AIDS is a major global challenge and the workplace is a key arena; the course covers the ILO, SADC and national codes of practice on HIV/AIDS.

Purpose

Equip employees to manage HIV/AIDS in the workplace and the associated stigma.

Learning objectives

  • Understand the HIV/AIDS situation in Botswana
  • Understand the country’s policy and legal framework
  • Evaluate current policies
  • Understand the HIV/AIDS Code of Good Practice
  • Apply the ILO, SADC and national code
  • Develop workplace HIV/AIDS policies

Course content

  • Understanding the HIV/AIDS situation in Botswana
  • Evaluation of HIV/AIDS policies
  • Applying the ILO, SADC and national code on HIV/AIDS
  • Promoting a non-discriminatory environment
  • Assessing the impact of HIV/AIDS in the workplace
  • Workplace HIV/AIDS support programmes
  • Developing workplace HIV/AIDS policies

Book this course for your team

ILES short courses can be delivered online or in person, and tailored to your organisation's needs.