Our VISION AND MISSION
Vision Statement
Vision statement: Sustainable Nigerian communities where children, young people and vulnerable populations are empowered, healthy, living in responsible relationships and dignity.
Mission Statement
ACET Nigeria exists to promote sustainable environment, provide health care, livelihood and psychological support to children, young people and vulnerable populations for the transformation and empowerment of the Nigerian society.
Our Mission and Vision Highlights
Explore how ACET Nigeria advances health through education and community care, showcasing our significant milestones.
150,000
Lives Educated
We have empowered over 150,000 Nigerians with vital HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention knowledge.
75
Communities Served
ACET Nigeria actively supports 75 communities with tailored programs promoting well-being and disease prevention.
98
HIV-Free Zones Established
Our initiatives have established 98 zones with reduced HIV transmission rates, moving closer to our AIDS-free vision.
A brief History
AIDS Care Education and Training (ACET) has a significant history with roots dating back to the late 1980s when Dr. Patrick Dixon, moved by the devastating effects of the AIDS pandemic, decided to form an organization to tackle the crisis. ACET was officially launched in 1988 in the UK, initially focusing on awareness, education, and prevention of HIV/AIDS. ACET Nigeria started in Nigeria in 2006 but officially registered in 2007 with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration number 22841.
With particular focus on Nigeria, the capabilities of ACET are evident in its wide range of services that extend beyond medical care. ACET Nigeria offer emotional and psychological support, as well as practical assistance, such as advice on nutrition and livelihood. ACET Nigeria also provide training to healthcare professionals, church leaders, and young people, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to the AIDS crisis in their communities.
Despite its success, ACET Nigeria faces several challenges. These include the ongoing stigma associated with HIV/AIDS that can prevent people from seeking help, the continually evolving nature of the disease, and the difficulty in securing sufficient funding to maintain and expand her programs. Furthermore, the global nature of the AIDS pandemic means that cultural differences and differing healthcare systems can pose unique obstacles in each state in Nigeria where ACET operates. Despite these challenges, ACET Nigeria remain committed to its mission and continues to make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by HIV/AIDS.
Inspiring Stories from Communities We Serve
“I am more equipped with knowledge and skills in writing a full paper in different fields, it has been very
Samson A. Orokola
educative.”
“My confidence has been built in these few days knowing some of the aspect of documentation,
practicing it daily will increase my skills for sure.”
Uduf Emmanuel
“As a young girl, I face a lot of challenges before coming to esteem club. I have to cook, wash plates, fetch
Mfeseer Achagh
water in the house and these kept me moody. Any time I failed to carry out these responsibilities in the
home, I will receive query not minding to ask why I am unable to do them. It makes me very unhappy
because I thought I was hated because sometimes I needed rest, sometimes I am going through
menstrual pain and I will be called upon to wash leftover plates so stres sful.
I am always happy whenever it is time for esteem club. The club has made me develop good relationship
with people especially with my family and those who live around me. I am very pleased with myself and
the changes I am experiencing right now. I have develop hope for my future. The confidence in my
ability has also been boosted by my involvement in esteem club. The club has exposed me to various
aspect of life for example, I now believe that boys and girls can help around the house, go to school and
do any job they choose to. Although I confesed Jesus Christ as my Lord and Saviour before joining the
club, but the club has enhanced my understanding about God to be loving and personal, I pray and read
my Bible more frequently, from the pages of the Bible I realised that I am a child of God.”
Age 17
Lives with her grand parent in Likpo village
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