MALE CAREGIVERS PROGRAM

Christ - Unity – Service

THUKELA AMAJUBA MZINYATHI CHRISTIAN COUNCIL

Who We Are and Where We Work

TAMCC is an ecumenical organization

Made up of fraternals of church leaders and faith-based groups

we work in the communities of Northwest KZN (districts of Thukela, Amajuba and Mzinyathi)

Why Male Caregivers?

Power and impact of Ministers to disseminate information

Challenges gender stereotypes in highly patriarchal culture

Redefines masculinity Mitigates the burden that women

traditionally carry Many men are more comfortable with

male caregivers Models Christian service and

compassion

Actual Trainings:

Trainings are Three Days MCGs are given info about:

Basic HIV/AIDS and TB Stigma and Human Rights The Role of the Caregiver Practical Skills and Demonstrations of the actual care Gender Based Violence, Medical Male Circumcision (MMC), OVCs,

Nutrition and Food Security Methodologies used:

Role Play Group discussion Presentations Dialogues

Community Awareness: passing out condoms, posters, pamphlets and other materials

MCGs are required to:

Have community dialogues and awareness campaigns

Visit at least three to four homes a week (for caregiving)

Take referrals to clinics, DOH and DSD Visit schools to talk about HIV/AIDS

Challenges & Opportunities

Ministers are overextended

Geographic areas very large

Non traditional approach can be threatening in very traditional communities

Unique program that educates and transforms the entire church and community

Empowered clergy are able to change people’s deep seated beliefs and behaviors

Impact of the Program

Clergy educated and informed Addresses life skills and drug abuse in

communities Stigma is lessened Domestic violence reduced Church membership increases PLWHA are cared for with dignity and

compassion

Our Male Caregivers

Contact Info:

Ann Rajoo Email: amr_0119@yahoo.com Phone: +27(0)794856839

TAMCC (NPO No. 052-695) Email: http://www.tamcc.org.za/ Phone: +27(0)366353128 Fax: +27(0)366372074