Tamilnad Network of Positive people

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About Us

Tamilnad Network of Positive people

TNP+ aims to promote health, education and development of marginalized communities, along with the treatment, care and support of PLHIV through capacity building initiatives, etc in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Since 1994, we have been working for the promotion of health, education, and development of most needy and marginalized communities. When HIV was considered a dreaded disease with a significant stigma and discrimination attached to it, TNP+ was established in 1994 and registered as a trust in 1995. Since its inception, the network has been a source of solace for thousands of people living with HIV (PLHIV). Treatment, care, and support constitute the primary areas in which TNP+ has been actively involved. Through Community Care Centers (CCC) and Drop-in Centers (DIC), PLHIVs are guided to make informed decisions regarding treatment and its adherence. TNP+ is also actively engaged in capacity building for PLHIVs by mobilizing internal resources. Currently, TNP+, along with 32 networks across the state of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, collaborates on the Vihaan project to work for the well-being of PLHIVs.

Programs

Community Care Center (CSC)

In the Villupuram District, a Community Care Centre (CCC) was established with funding from the Tamil Nadu AIDS Control Society (TANSACS). The CCC offers free treatment and meals to patients who are admitted, and it has ten beds for 24-hour inpatient PLHIV care as well as outpatient care. during the years of 2008 and 2013.There are over 6000 beneficiaries.

‘VIHAAN’ – Care and Support Centre (CSC) Program

As Sub Recipient (SR) of VIHAAN CSC Program, TNP+ is implementing the Care and Support Centre (CSC) Program in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry States since 2013, with the support and guidance of Tamil Nadu State AIDS Control Society (TANSACS) and Pondicherry AIDS Control Society (PACS). The funds for this program is being received from India HIV AIDS Alliance, New Delhi. Care and Support program is a national initiative to provide expanded and holistic care and support services to PLHIV. Care and Support Centers (CSC) established under the program, expand access to essential services, support treatment adherence, reduce stigma and discrimination, and improve the quality of life of PLHIV across India.
Goal: The overall goal of CSC is to improve the survival and quality of life of PLHIV.
Objectives: Specific objectives of the program include the following:
 Early linkages of PLHIV to care, support, and treatment services
 Improved treatment adherence and education for PLHIV
 Expanded positive prevention activities
 Improved social protection and wellbeing of PLHIV
The ground level program implementation is carried out by the Positive Networks and NGOs who were selected as program implementation partners following NACO CSC Implementation guidelines.
Till Dec 2020 TNP+ had partnered with 31 organizations in Tamil Nadu State and One in Puducherry State. As per NACO / Global Fund guidelines from 1st January 2021, Fifteen (15) CSCs in Tamil Nadu were transitioned to domestic fund support under TANSACS. The remaining plus the latest selected additional CSC in Chennai, a total 17 CSCs including one Exclusive Transgender CSC, all that are linked to 30 ARTCs are being managed by TNP+ under the VIHAAN Grant Fund.

Our Activities

23-Jan-2024

Pondicherry State oversight committee meeting(SOC)

State oversight committee meeting (SOC) is being convened by TNP+ Vihaan SR once in 6 months at the premises of the Pondicherry AIDS Control Society (PACS). The Project Director PACS is the Chairperson for this meeting. Personnel from Alliance India – the Principal Recipient (PR) of Global Fund for CSC Program, Officials of Care Support and Treatment (CST) Division in PACS, and related divisions viz., ICTC, ARTC, TI and Mainstreaming Division in PACS, Officials representing the State Level Stakeholders including State legal Services Authority (SLSA), Department of School Education, Social Welfare Department, State TB Cell, and the SOC Member representatives of the Vihaan CSC Program Implementing Partners – The Sub Sub Recipients are the participants of this meeting.

13-Jan-2024

SR Stakeholders System Strengthening -ART & CSC Team

SR Stakeholder System strengthening Meeting ART center and CSC. Identified the CSC performance gap and supported CSC and ART to improve performance in upcoming months

26-Dec-2023

World AIDS Day Observation -2023 (Kancheepuram District)

The organization organized a series of events and activities to observe World AIDS Day, emphasizing the theme for the year and promoting education, awareness, and solidarity. The event was organized to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and its impact on individuals and communities, to commemorate the lives lost to HIV/AIDS and show support for those living with the virus, and to promote prevention, education, and de-stigmatization of HIV/AIDS in the community. The observance of World AIDS Day provided an opportunity for the community to come together, reflect on the impact of HIV/AIDS, and take collective action. In Kanchipuram district, a total 75 PLHIV are receiving dry ration support. The combination of informative campaigns, emotional tributes, and interactive activities contributed to a heightened understanding of the challenges faced by those affected by HIV/AIDS.

22-Dec-2023

World AIDS Day Observation -2023

World AIDS Day is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made to date, raise awareness about the challenges that remain to achieve the goals of ending AIDS by 2030, and mobilize all stakeholders to jointly redouble efforts to ensure the success of the HIV response. Since 1988, every year, Dec 1 has been observed as World AIDS Day, focusing on a specific theme. Following were the focal Themes of the past three years:
2021: "End Inequalities. End AIDS.
2022: "Equalize"
2023 : "Let Communities Lead"

08-Nov-2023

Tamilnadu State oversight committee meeting(SOC)

A state oversight committee meeting (SOC) is being convened by TNP+ Vihaan SR once every 6 months at the premises of the Tamil Nadu State AIDS Control Society (TANSACS). The project director, TANSACS, is the chairperson for this meeting. Personnel from Alliance India—the Principal Recipient (PR) of the Global Fund for CSC Program, the Officials of the Care Support and Treatment (CST) Division in TANSACS, and related divisions viz., ICTC, ARTC, TI and Mainstreaming Division in TANSACS—officials representing the state-level stakeholders, including the State Legal Services Authority (SLSA), the Department of School Education, the Social Welfare Department, the State TB Cell, and the SOC Member Representatives of the Vihaan CSC Program Implementing Partners—the Sub Sub Recipients (SSRs) are the participants of this meeting.

06-Jun-2023

International AIDS candle Light Memorial Day 2023

The International AIDS Candlelight Memorial is a time for all of us to remember the many lives lost to AIDS. It is an opportunity to honor those who dedicated their lives to helping people living with and affected by HIV and continue to mobilize our communities in solidarity

12-Jan-2023

Pongal Celebration-2024

The organization organized a vibrant Pongal celebration, bringing together members of the community to partake in traditional rituals and cultural activities. To celebrate and preserve the cultural heritage associated with Pongal, to foster community spirit and unity through shared festivities, and to educate and engage participants in the significance of Pongal rituals, workshops were conducted to educate participants, especially the younger generation. Interactive sessions and storytelling helped connect participants with the cultural aspects of the festival. The active involvement of local businesses and organizations added to the overall success of the celebration.