SESSION 3:
DISCLOSURE 'HOW DO I DISCLOSE?'
OBJECTIVES
The following objectives are set for Session 3:
At the end of the session the women should
have shared experiences of disclosure and discussed strategies;
feel more confident about disclosing their HIV status to others;
know how to disclose to their children;
understand the concepts of stigma and discrimination; and
know how to deal with stigma and discrimination they may encounter when disclosing.
PREPARATION
Prepare for the discussion. It is important that you take yourself mentally through the process of the types of questions that can be
raised and reflect on how to facilitate the group, so that the core concepts can be addressed. Disclosure is an extremely important
topic, and the group will have experience with the difficulties of disclosure. Allow members to tell their stories. Practise the role-play
scenarios beforehand.
MATERIALS
The following will be needed for this session:
Paper and a pen to take the register and for notes on the session
CD and CD player or any other way of playing relaxing music
CORE CONCEPTS
The following are core concepts that should be addressed during this session:
Disclosure
Discrimination
Stigma
OUTLINE OF THE SESSION
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Acknowledge the group, welcoming and apologies.
Open the group session with a prayer/poem. Before commencing with the group, briefly discuss the previous session.
Get feedback from the group on anything they feel that they want to share with the group. Ask about any highlights or negative
experiences - did they discuss the session with any of their family members or friends, and if so, how was this received?
Ice-breaker (Free speaking)
Impact of HIV on relationships
Disclosure strategies
Role play
Closure
ICE-BREAKER
Free speaking
Materials needed: None
Activity
Each member must say five things they've done that day. Anything - I ate breakfast, I put on
a jersey, etc. The next member must do the same thing, but he or she can't say anything a previous member has said.
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Intervention Programme for the ENHANCEMENT OF CHILDREN'S RESILIENCE
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