about us
iThemba AIDS Foundation (“iThemba”) is a Christian charity bringing hope to people affected by HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa. That’s why we’re called iThemba, the Zulu word for hope.
Founded in the UK in 2002, the iThemba group includes a UK registered charity and a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt organisation in the US. We also have plans to open a South African charity in the near future.
A huge need
HIV/AIDS has been described as the greatest public health disaster in recorded history. More than 42 million people worldwide have been infected. By the end of this decade the figure will have more than doubled to 87 million people.
Working with local people, for local communities
We work in partnership with people who want to actively respond to a problem that is devastating their communities. The local initiatives make a difference in six main areas:
> Support the rollout of antiretroviral therapy
iThemba also works to educate and mobilise people to respond to the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Our partnership website engagehivaids.com informs and encourages young people to actively play a part.
Hope for today, tomorrow and eternity
iThemba’s partners are working to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of people and communities affected by HIV/AIDS.
They are committed to best practice in all aspects of their work which includes excellent practical care, well-managed projects and financial accountability. All have supportive staff structures, promoting the emotional and spiritual wellbeing of staff and volunteers.
100% action
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of our supporters and in turn offer a guarantee – 100% of all donations go directly to our partner projects.
> Visit Resources for more statistics and background information about HIV/AIDS.
> Discover more about the Christian values that underpin our work.
