Morocco : 62 penitentiary institutions to benefit from an HIV testing campaign

The General Directorate of Integration and Prison Services launched, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, an HIV testing campaign to raise awareness among detainees in 62 penitentiary institutions, representing 80% of the prison population.

This initiative, entitled «Zero stigmatization, 100% human dignity», will continue until December 27, says a statement issued by the directorate, stating on Tuesday that the local prison of Tetouan will be the first stop of this campaign, which will extend to several penitentiary establishments in the kingdom.

The launch of this campaign comes as the international community is celebrating the World AIDS Day 2017. It aims at raising awareness regarding the virus, combating discrimination and promoting care and prevention services.