Epidemic Control (EpiC)

The project focus on achieving and sustaining HIV epidemic control among at-risk and key populations.

The Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) Project is a global initiative dedicated to accelerating progress toward controlling the HIV epidemic by addressing critical gaps in prevention, case detection, care, and treatment services. The project seeks to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of national HIV programs by strengthening service delivery, community engagement, and health systems. Through strategic interventions, EpiC ensures that HIV services reach key and vulnerable populations, reducing transmission rates and improving the quality of life for those affected. Funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the project is led by FHI 360 and is being implemented across various countries, including Tanzania. Running from 2019 to 2027, EpiC is designed to build on previous investments in HIV programming, ensuring a sustainable and country-led approach to epidemic control. The project aligns with the global goal of achieving 95-95-95 targets, which focus on increasing HIV diagnosis, expanding access to treatment, and ensuring viral suppression among those living with HIV.

Achieving and Sustaining HIV Epidemic Control Among At-Risk Populations

ASUTA plays a crucial role in implementing the EpiC project in Tanzania by focusing on expanding HIV services in Dar es Salaam, specifically in Temeke and Kigamboni districts, and in Lindi Region, covering Kilwa, Lindi Municipal, Liwale, Luangwa, Mtama, and Nachingwea. ASUTA's contribution includes community-based HIV testing, outreach programs, and awareness campaigns that drive demand for HIV prevention and treatment services. Additionally, ASUTA works closely with vulnerable groups, including adolescent girls and young women (AGYW), to provide economic empowerment initiatives, helping them reduce their risk of HIV infection through education, entrepreneurship training, and financial linkages. ASUTA ensures that HIV services are accessible to those who need them most while also strengthening healthcare systems to support long-term epidemic control. The project is expected to contribute significantly to reducing new HIV infections, improving adherence to treatment, and increasing viral load suppression among people living with HIV. ASUTA aims to see a well-established, community-driven response to HIV that empowers local organizations to continue delivering essential services beyond the project's lifespan.