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Call for Applications: Global Fund Post-Replenishment Country Letters
Are you a young individual under 30 with a passion for shaping global health's future? Are you interested in using your voice to drive policy changes? We invite you to partake in an exciting opportunity that enables you to advocate for the rights of young people living with HIV on a global scale.
Background
'Count Me In' (CMI) is a collaborative effort involving various networks representing young individuals. These networks comprise Youth LEAD, Y+ Global (the global network of young people living with HIV), and Youth RISE (the network of young people who use and inject drugs). Together since 2018, we've secured grants to encourage youth engagement, ensuring their voices shape global funding processes and enhance their well-being. Our aim is to emphasize the positive impact of involving young people in crucial decisions, particularly related to HIV matters.
Thanks to The Global Fund's support via the Community Rights and Gender (CRG) Strategic Initiative (SI) grant, Count Me In has thrived since 2015. This backing enables those affected by HIV to join significant decision-making groups and contribute to youth-oriented program planning.
In 2022, during the Global Fund's Seventh Replenishment, we spearheaded a robust social media campaign. Our objective was to amplify the voices of young people living with and affected by HIV, especially those seldom heard. This initiative sought to increase awareness, secure financial backing, and ensure ethical youth engagement in global fund processes. Despite progress, there's a need for further amplification. Thus, our campaign celebrates our achievements, prioritizes youth voices, and secures domestic funding for youth-led organizations.
Objective
The letter campaign aims to provide young people affected by HIV a platform to share their experiences, hopes, and accomplishments through letters. These letters will be sent to the Global Fund and its donors, urging them to prioritize youth voices in decision-making and back youth-led programs crucial for ending AIDS as a public health concern.
Why participate?
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This campaign is an opportunity for Young people lying with HIV to:
- Influence the priorities of the Global Fund and its donors
- Share personal stories and challenges for real-world impact
- Bridge the gap between policy decisions and on-ground results
- Advocate for programs that empower Young people living with HIV and address key health issues
Criteria for Participation
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If you meet the following criteria, you're the advocate we're looking for:
- Count Me In Consortium Affiliation: We invite applications from individuals who are focal points of member organizations within the Count Me In Consortium.
- Age Requirement: Applicants should be below the age of 30 at the time of application submission.
- Representing Young Key Populations: We encourage individuals who represent and identify with young key populations to apply. Your unique perspective is crucial in driving meaningful change.
- Global Fund Understanding: While you don't need to be an expert, a basic understanding of the Global Fund's objectives and initiatives will be beneficial.
Application Process
- Your CV, covering your background and experience.
- A motivation letter highlighting why you're passionate about advocating for young key populations in global health initiatives and how you envision contributing to the campaign's goals (150-200 words).
Where to submit your application?
Submit your application to ijebet@yplusglobal.org and gromero@yplusglobal.org with the subject line "Count Me In Consortium Letter Campaign Application - [Your Full Name]."
Deadline to submit your application is 6 September 2023
Seize this opportunity to be a driving force in the fight for meaningful change. Your voice matters, and together, we can create a better future for young key populations worldwide. Join us in advocating for a healthier and more inclusive world. Let your voice be heard and your impact is felt. Apply now!
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