Peers To Zero Zambia Local Forum (P2Z Forum)

The P2Z Local Forum took place from 6th -8th June 2017 at Protea Hotel in Lusaka, Zambia. The focus of the forum was on healthcare provider sensitization as well as Peer supporters involved in the REACH project. The Peers to Zero healthcare provider sensitization training engaged health providers and peer supporters to promote adolescent-friendly services, and empower adolescents to advocate for the services they want and need
The objectives of the forum were as follows: 

1.      To improve healthcare provider sensitivity and orientation towards adolescents and young people living with HIV (AYPLHIV)

2.      To promote adolescent-friendly health services

3.      To promote engagement with AYPLHIV

4.      To develop adolescent friendly quality improvement plans

The clinics which participated in the local forum included: Chazanga, Chikupi, Estates and Kafue District Hospital. As one of the partners implementing the REACH project, KCIA was in attendance.