The Friends Women Association (FWA) is an organization led by and for women. It was started in 2002 by women who wanted to work together to help each other improve their lives, and in particular to address the problem of HIV/AIDS and violence against women in their community.
FWA operates a health clinic in Kamenge for women with HIV/AIDS. Currently it has an active clientel of 120 patients, most of whom are women. It also serves the health needs of the community around the clinic so that it is not stigmatized as only a place for HIV/AIDS positive individuals. In additional to its ongoing services to its clients, the clinic conducts AIDS testing, counseling, nutritional support, and patient gatherings.
Learn more at http://www.fwaburundi.com