Empowering women across Malawi
Our programme is a core part of our operations and our goal of helping women to fight the effects of HIV/AIDS by tackling poverty, which is a key driver of HIV/AIDS in Malawi and most parts of the world.
Youth programmes were established in 2015 and now there are 30 youth support groups. They are comprised of girls that are infected and those that are not infected by the virus.
MASYAP’s 31 women’s support groups meet regularly and consist of members that are infected, affected and not affected women.
In May, our dedicated team visited 13 support groups across the Blantyre and Zomba districts.
In addition to the generous donation of boreholes for clean drinking water, Masyap undertook an impactful outreach program in April, engaging with various support groups to assess their progress and provide vital HIV testing services.
The chair ladies meeting for the girls support groups convened with the aim of addressing pressing issues affecting adolescent girls, including teenage pregnancies, access to tertiary education, and the impact of poverty on young girls’ lives.
In April, Muslim World League generously donated two boreholes to MASYAP support groups in need, thereby ensuring access to clean and portable drinking water for their members.
1st women chair ladies meeting: Fostering unity and teamwork among leaders and support group members.
The Mai Aisha Sisters and Youth AIDS Programme (MASYAP) convened its annual meeting at the Chichiri Secondary School Hall on February 24, 2024. The gathering brought together 558 dedicated youth and women support group members committed to addressing critical issues related to
The microfinance training program is designed to empower vulnerable women and young mothers with essential skills in business management and loan management. The initiative aims to contribute to the economic upliftment of this marginalized group, fostering financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.
The Mai Aisha Sisters and Youth AIDS Programme (MASYAP) extended its commitment to the well-being of women and girls by incorporating HIV Testing Services (HTS) into its support groups.
These groups include widows, divorced individuals, those living with HIV, and the elderly. This content aims to shed light on the multifaceted empowerment approach adopted by MASYAP, incorporating microfinance initiatives and food relief programs to uplift the lives of these women.
The Mai Aisha Sisters and Youth AIDS Programme (MASYAP) implemented a commendable initiative by conducting follow-up visits to youth support groups comprised of individuals both infected and affected by HIV.