WCC leads workshop on HIV and faith in Nicaragua

The second day focused on leadership for sustainability, where Ross introduced the four WCC theological manuals: HIV and Migration, Mental Health, Prevention, and HIV and Youth. “The response was extremely positive, and participants were eager to apply these materials in their own contexts,” said Ross. “Participants also practiced storytelling and public speaking, strengthening their communication and advocacy skills.”

Participants also dialogued on existing challenges and how to overcome them, identifying concrete strategies for collaboration. The next steps include intergenerational efforts to eliminate stigma and discrimination within churches. Participants also plan to strengthen HIV prevention among adolescents and rural communities, and train theology students on HIV and faith. 

“All workshop objectives were fully achieved, a safe and inclusive environment was created, and both facilitation and logistics were excellent,” said Ross.