Task force for the urgent response to the epidemics of sexually transmitted diseases in eastern Europe and central Asia

Abstract

In summary, members of the TF/STD: share the common goal of reducing the STD burden and slowing the spread of HIV in the most affected and vulnerable countries in eastern Europe and central Asia; contribute financially, technically, or in kind to the implementation of a joint strategy which aims: - to create an enabling environment for STD prevention and control, and - to strengthen the local capacity for STD prevention and care; engage in a continuous exchange of information, collaborative partnerships, and coordination of activities at regional as well as country level through the TF/STD and in-country interagency working groups, respectively; concur with the priority areas for international support consisting of advocacy and policy, STD drugs, condoms, educational materials, training, applied research, and surveillance; meet twice a year to review implementation progress and the need for additional assistance; as advocates of TF/STD, call on partners and other organisations to join in this important new initiative.