Based on your assessment of the impact of HIV in your business as well as the current level of preparedness to address the problem within the company using the Workplace Assessment Tool, the next step is to plan an HIV/AIDS program. Planning or having a road map for action is essential for the success of any venture. A planning process that is based on recognized need, includes all stakeholders, and is targeted will contribute to successful outcomes for your HIV-related efforts. This process is akin to strategic planning processes in businesses that are based on shared vision or understanding, that establishes accountability, responsibility and leadership, and motivates the workforce to work toward the accomplishment of goals. There are several aspects to this process, which have been grouped as:
Establishing a team ensures that responsibility can be shared among various members or sections of the company, allowing for representation from various sectors and for sharing of ideas and pooling of ideas and resources. Engaging and including leadership in the team is an essential aspect.
The HIV/AIDS program that is based on the BRTA principles includes policy, education of employees and families, training of managers, and philanthropy on the part of the company. Individual businesses must identify their target areas based on their needs and resource availability in order to work toward an adequate response to the HIV/AIDS issue within workplaces.
