West Africa AIDS Foundation (WAAF) Information

The main objectives for WAAF are to deliver prevention, behavioral, care and support services for the general population but with emphasis on key populations including men who have sex with men (MSM) and female sex workers (FSW). Our ultimate goal is a future where HIV and AIDS is no longer an epidemic, and people are no longer stigmatized. The organization’s vision and mission guide for daily and long-term operations, as detailed in the organization’s strategic plan document. WAAF uses this plan to effectively set programmatic operational priorities and financial targets. Vision: To be a key player in the global effort to develop and support individuals, communities, and nation. Mission: To help battle the spread of HIV and AIDS, TB as well as other diseases and mitigate their effects on communities by providing care and support to promote healthier individuals and for a better future. WAAF’s Core Values: - Human rights: We understand that each individual is entitled to fundamental rights regardless of their ethnicity, religion, language, location or health status - Transparency and accountability: We ensure to be open and accountable to our members and partners through proper procedures and structures - Respect for all: We ensure to treat all of our staff, patients, donors and partners with the respect and dignity they deserve - Teamwork: We value the collaboration of all entities in working towards a common goal