Evaluering
The Good Samaritan Programme Evaluation Report
The Good Samaritan programme (GSP) was started in Kenya in 2006 as a response to the HIV and AIDS situation at the time. The program is now in its 4th and last period of external support. In Kenya, more than 82% of the population is Christians, and there are more than 4,000 churches in the country. HIV affects every section of the social fabric, and the church is not left out. The church in Kenya presents a platform for behavioral change since most people believe and turn to the church for matters concerning morals and social well-being. If the church is well equipped to handle moral issues, it is believed that there will be a huge leap in the response to HIV and positive transformation of the society especially in matters relating to HIV and AIDS. The programme objectives are to provide knowledge about HIV and avoidance of risky behavior, enhance uptake of VCT and openness on HIV status, eradicate stigma, advocate for the rights of PLWHA to restore their dignity and equality, as well to renew the churches social responsibility with a special focus to promoting unity and love among community and neighbourhood to care and support people infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. The Good Samaritan Outreach Package offer interactive multimedia materials, people are able to get together and share the issues of HIV and AIDS. BSK implements the programme with support from Norwegian Bible Society (NoBS) and United Bible Societies (UBS). The financial support for the project is channeled through Digni and originates from Norad.