The Society for Women and AIDS in Africa (SWAA) represented by Ambassador Amerley Awua-Asamoa and Elsie Ayeh paid a courtesy visit to the Society for AIDS in Africa on 23rd October 2025. They were warmly received by Mr. Luc Armand Bodea, ICASA Director and SAA Coordinator. The Society for AIDS in Africa as an institutional partner, had previously
pledged support for the revitalization of the Society for Women and AIDS in Africa (SWAA).

The purpose of the visit was to acknowledge and express gratitude for the tangible and strategic support extended to SWAA in its efforts to rebuild and strengthen its operations in Ghana and across the continent.

During the engagement, Ambassador Amerley Awua-Asamoa expressed deep appreciation for the unwavering commitment shown by SAA since their initial meeting. Key highlights of the support include the donation of laptops and a printer to facilitate SWAA’s administrative work, as well as the provision of a consultant to assist with the organization’s strategic reorientation and the development of a new strategic plan.

Furthermore, SWAA acknowledged the opportunity provided for its members to participate in the upcoming International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA), a platform that will help relaunch SWAA’s visibility and engagement within the wider African health advocacy landscape.

Mr. Luc Armand Bodea stated that SAA remained true to its initial promise of supporting SWAA’s revival and institutional strengthening. The provision of both material and technical support demonstrated a holistic approach to empowerment, combining resources, strategic guidance, and exposure. SWAA recognized the significance of being part of ICASA as a means to reconnect with the broader HIV response movement and reestablish its leadership role on the continent. Mr. Bodea reaffirmed its commitment to utilize this support effectively to revitalize SWAA Ghana and reconnect with SWAA International, ensuring coordinated efforts across the regional and global network. He concluded by reaffirming the need for continuous collaboration, highlighting the importance of partnerships rooted in shared vision and mutual accountability.

The meeting reaffirmed a strong and productive partnership between SWAA and SAA.
Through this renewed collaboration, marked by the provision of essential tools, strategic consultancy, and conference participation, SWAA will be positioned to reemerge as a vibrant and effective organization contributing to the HIV response in Ghana and Africa.

SWAA expressed optimism and determination to leverage this momentum and continued institutional support, to sustain its growth and reconnect meaningfully with SWAA International.