Kampala, Uganda – Uganda has unveiled a new Integrated Service Delivery Implementation Plan aimed at ending new HIV infections among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW), a group that remains disproportionately affected by the virus.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Uganda AIDS Commission in partnership with the Ministry of Health Uganda, seeks to strengthen prevention, care, and support services by integrating efforts across multiple sectors, including health, education, social protection, justice, and community systems.
Coordinated Multi-Sector Approach
The strategy is designed to streamline HIV programs, ensuring that services targeting young women are coordinated rather than fragmented. Government agencies and development partners will deliver comprehensive support through existing national and subnational structures, linking HIV prevention and treatment with education, social support, and community-based interventions.
By embedding HIV prevention efforts within established systems, the plan aims to:
Improve service delivery efficiency
Reduce duplication of efforts
Expand access to prevention and care services for adolescent girls and young women
Addressing Vulnerability
Experts note that adolescent girls and young women are particularly vulnerable due to social, economic, and structural factors. Uganda’s integrated approach recognizes that tackling these challenges requires coordinated interventions beyond the health sector.
The plan ensures that AGYW can access a full spectrum of services—from HIV testing and treatment to education and social protection—through a more unified system, improving outcomes and reducing barriers to care.
Strengthening National HIV Response
This integrated approach reflects Uganda’s broader vision of government-led, sustainable responses to HIV, particularly for vulnerable populations. By prioritizing adolescent girls and young women, the government aims to reduce new infections while promoting long-term health, empowerment, and social well-being.
