More than 12 million African children have lost either one or both parents to HIV/AIDS and that number is expected to grow to 20 million by 2010.
Children are routinely subject to misfortune beyond the loss of parents. They are at higher risk of being malnourished, abused, stigmatized and forced to work to support themselves and their remaining family members.
HERO: A UNA-USA Campaign was created to help.
HERO is an awareness-building and fundraising initiative dedicated to providing comprehensive, school-based support to orphans and vulnerable children living in HIV/AIDS-affected communities in Africa. HERO works in schools in Southern Africa to reduce the negative impact of poverty and HIV/AIDS on children.
HERO has identified staying in school as the first line of defense against these ills.
HERO is making a true difference in the lives of some of the world's most vulnerable children.
