Women Organized to Respond to Life-threatening Diseases

Women Organized to Respond to Life-Threatening Diseases, WORLD, improves the lives and health of women, girls, families, and communities affected by HIV through peer-based education, wellness services, advocacy, and leadership development. We envision a world where women, girls, and families affected by HIV and AIDS have the tools, support, and knowledge to live healthy and productive lives with dignity. Our vision is rooted in a commitment to human rights and wellness with the understanding that this includes freedom from violence; access to housing; quality healthcare; food security; physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing; education, and economic justice.