USAID’s HIV/AID awareness campaign

FROM ISSUE # 153 (September 2008) | IN THIS ISSUE
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N-MARC, USAID's private sector program in Nepal launched a short film competition titled You Are No Exception, at an event held on 6 August at the Royal Singi Hotel. Noted personalities of the Nepali entertainment industry as well as representatives of various INGOs attended the event. The competition was launched with the aim of educating and disseminating prevention messages about HIV/AIDS through the powerful medium of films. Eight upcoming filmmakers will be directing a short film each, with engaging storylines and powerful acting to promote safe sex. The short films will be screened in over 150 cinemas across the nation, covering about 70% of the total population. Marking the launch of the competition, the first take of Bas Ma Chaina Mero Man, one of the competing short film was also shot.