Not enough young people are getting tested, and the people who are most in need of testing in our communities may have very limited access to HIV testing services.
(YOU)th can change that!
Did you know that you can now test for HIV by yourself using a HIV self-testing kit?
What is HIV self-testing?
HIV self-testing is the type of HIV testing you can do by yourself. It allows you to collect your own test specimen such as saliva or blood, perform the test, and interpret the results in private, either alone or with guidance from someone you trust.
To learn more about HIV self-testing check out this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WN9kOm5TY3EWhy does this matter?
For far too long, Nigerian Youth have been left behind on decision processes or actions that impact their lives. Given the status of the environment, society and economy today, we need new ideas and actions to show how a new world is possible. We believe that Nigerian youth can bring a new level of thinking to the most challenging problems in our society!
How can you participate?
We need your help to promote HIV self-testing among young people in Nigeria!!!
Simply ENTER the #HIVSelfTestingContest by:
1) Using this form, please submit your idea that you would like to be considered for inclusion in the 4YBY HIV Self-testing contest 2019!
2) Follow us on Instagram @4youthbyyouth or Facebook- 4 Youth by Youth or Twitter @4YouthbYouth
3) Optional - You can also post a selfie with your idea or a brief video of your idea on "Instagram or Facebook" and tag @4youthbyyouth and use #HIVSelfTestingContest
4) Deadline for submission is November 24 2019, 11:59pm WAT
Your ideas will be judged based on:
a) How well you describe your idea and how it addresses the problem of HIV testing in Nigeria;
b) How realistic your idea is;
c) How appealing your idea is to other young people; and
d) How creative and original your idea is.
To be eligible, you must be between "14 and 24 years" and currently residing in Nigeria.
Participation in the event will involve showcasing your idea on World AIDS Day, with possible participation in pitch sessions.
Top ideas will win cash prizes up to ₦250,000 and will have the opportunity to participate in Round 2 of the contest in February - March 2020.
Participation in the event will give young people access to a variety of global health leaders, decision makers and innovators.
APPLICATION IS FREE!
Please feel free to contact us at
info@4yby.org if you have any questions or concerns.