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.
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.
MASYAP continues the support group visits which encourages them to build stronger relationships the kind of mutually supportive bonds that last a lifetime creating a very real community where no one is fake and everyone feels safe that they can
Responding to the hunger that has hit, killing most of the people in the country and with the many complaints of hunger that came in from many MASYAP members, on the 13th of December 2023, the Mai Aisha Trust donated 331 bags of maize
Knowing your HIV Status gives you powerful information to keep yourself healthy. HIV Testing allows people to make informed choices about their future practices and behaviors.
The youth camp held from December 23rd to 26th, 2023 at Mai Halima Girls Secondary School in Mulanje, proved to be a transformative experience for the 195 participants who gathered under the theme of “Self-Awareness.”