FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COUNCIL


The institution of a province wide HIV and AIDS information and education program.

The institution and establishment of a comprehensive HIV/AIDS monitoring system.

The issuance of guidelines in medical and other practices and procedures that carry the risk of HIV transmission.

The institution and provision of accessible and affordable HIV Testing and counseling services to those who are in need of it.

The institution and provision of acceptable health and support services for persons with HIV/AIDS in hospitals and in communities.

The protection and promotion of the rights of individuals with HIV, and

The strict observance of medical confidentiality.


THE TWG FOR HEALTH SERVICE DELIVERY AND DATA MANAGEMENT

Design a Standard Operation Procedure Manual.

Supervise the HAC Team

THE TWG FOR EDUCATION AND INFORMATION CAMPAIGNS

Ensure that HIV/AIDS education and information campaign at all levels is delivered.

THE TWG FOR ADVOCACY, PLANNING, POLICY AND LEGISLATION

Review the policies as to their conformance with national policies, laws and regulations on HIV/AIDS prevention and control.

Ensure that community-based HIV/AIDS prevention control and care services shall be integrated into the development plans and the existing programs of the province, municipality and barangay.

THE TWG FOR LIVELIHOOD PROGRAMS AND TRAININGS

Utilize existing mechanisms and strategies to jointly set-up a referral system to assist PHAs in accessing livelihood skills and trainings.

THE TWG FOR COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES

Ensure that services at the provincial level are more accessible to the municipal level.

THE SECRETARIAT AND COORDINATOR

Arrange meetings of the council and TWG.

Prepare and compile minutes.

Assist the TWG in the compilation of data and reports.