world aids day 2023
1st December 2023
The World AIDS day 2023 commemoration started with a Marathon from MG Marg, Gangtok. The marathon was flagged off by Dr. Deki Wangmu Phempu, Project Director, Sikkim SACS and Marathon Man Shri Amar Subba, followed by various Musical Events by renowned artists in the evening.
The event was organized by Sikkim Drug Users Forum (SDUF), supported by Sikkim SACS.
01 OCTOBER 2023
Sikkim SACS joins the rest of the country to observe the cleanliness drive
“SWACHHATA HI SEVA” as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the eve of his birth anniversary on 2nd October. The team led by PD, SSACS Dr. Deki Wangmu Phempu visited Children’s Home at Bojoghari on 1st October and conducted the massive cleanliness drive. It was also supported by representatives from TI Partners.
01 OCTOBER 2023
Nimsang Limboo from Darap Gyalshing District is going to represent Sikkim in the 10K National Red Run on 8th October at Goa.
01 OCTOBER 2023
Get ready to witness Riya Tamang’s unstoppable stride as she conquers the National Red Run in Goa on October 8th.
27 SEPTEMBER 2023
The Executive Committee Meeting of Sikkim SACS was successfully conducted today under the Chairmanship of President, EC cum Secretary, Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Sikkim, Shri A.B.Karki. The meeting also had the presence of members of the Committee along with TI NGOs.
All the officers briefed the gathering about their respective components.
21 SEPTEMBER 2023
Press Release from Stars Of Hope :
“Zuventus Healthcare Limited’s generous support of Rs. 1,50,000 empowers Stars Of Hope in providing Nutritional Aid to HIV/AIDS Patients.”
On September 19, 2023, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed, forging a partnership between Stars Of Hope (SOH), Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS) and Zuventus Healthcare Limited at the Office of CMO, Gangtok District.
This collaborative MoU between Zuventus Healthcare Limited, the Funding Partner; Stars Of Hope, the Implementing Partner; and Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS), the Supporting Partner, signifies the unity of these three vital stakeholders in their collective mission to empower HIV/AIDS patients in their battle against the virus through the provision of Nutritional Kits.
The MoU signing ceremony witnessed the presence of key dignitaries, including Dr. Tempo Gyaltsen Tshechutharpa, CMO of Gangtok District; Mr. Vinay Chaturvedi, Plant Head of Zuventus; Dr. Deki Wangmu Phempu, Project Director of SSACS; Mr. Bikash Thapa, Chairman of Stars Of Hope; Mr. Kuldeep Singh, HR Head of Zuventus; and Mr. Santosh Gupta, Senior Executive-HR of Zuventus.
During the event, Zuventus Healthcare Limited presented a cheque of Rs. 1,50,000 (Rupees One Lakh Fifty Thousand Only) to Stars Of Hope under their SCR Scheme for the Nutritional Support of HIV/AIDS Patients.
Stars Of Hope wholeheartedly thanks Zuventus Healthcare Limited for their invaluable support in this noble cause and extends appreciation to Sikkim State AIDS Control Society for their unwavering dedication and service to the state.
We are equally honored by Sikkim State AIDS Control Society’s nomination of Stars Of Hope as the official State Level NGO Partner of Sikkim State AIDS Control Society.
Together, we stand strong in our mission to make a difference in the lives of those affected by HIV/AIDS.
20 SEPTEMBER 2023
HIV is a global issue and hence addressing the issues by engaging youths through various activities is the need of an hour. Under the aegis of NACO India and support from Red Ribbon Clubs of Sikkim & The Birds and Bees Talk , Sikkim SACS successfully conducted RED RUN, a theme based marathon with over 500 participants from various schools and colleges in Namchi District.
20 SEPTEMBER 2023
Engaging and spreading awareness through FACE PAINTING was one of the highlights during RED RUN 2023. We thank the team from Government Senior Secondary School, Temi led by RRC Nodal teacher, Muna Gurung
18 SEPTEMBER 2023
We extend our gratitude to Brothers on Wheels (BOW), a riders club of Sikkim for their support. @bowmc_sikkim
18 SEPTEMBER 2023
Dance Crew @brstp_official mesmerized the audience with their energetic performance. The crew is the Runners up of the 1st Multi Media Campaign hosted by Sikkim SACS. We thank you for your support.
18 SEPTEMBER 2023
TOKEN OF APPRECIATION were presented to Chief Guest and Special Guests by PD, SSACS
18 SEPTEMBER 2023 @ NAMCHI, SOUTH SIKKIM
PIPE BAND, Government Senior Secondary School Sadam enthralled the audience with their brilliant performance.
18 SEPTEMBER 2023
Namchi, South Sikkim : With the theme “YOUTH FOR HIV/AIDS” Sikkim State AIDS Control Society and Department Of Health and Family Welfare Government Of Sikkim successfully organised RED RUN under the banner of Sikkim Youth Fest 2023-24 .
The event was graced by Gopal Chettri, SDM , Headquarter, Namchi and esteemed guests .
The event was graced by Gopal Chettri, SDM , Headquarter, Namchi and esteemed guests . Students of different colleges , schools and universities participated in today’s Red Run Marathon, approximately 500 runners from different colleges, schools and universities took part in the Run. n Marathon, approximately 500 runners from different colleges, schools and universities took part in the Run.
The marathon was organised in two categories male and female in which Riya Tamang , Arpana Lepcha , Lalita Khaling stood first , second and third position respectively. Whereas in male category Nimsang Limboo, Mustak Tamang , Rewas Rai stood first , second and third position respectively.
24 AUGUST 2023
Mr. Phoor Tsering Lepcha, AD Youth Affairs attended the ongoing training at State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) as one of the resource person to impart training on HIV/AIDS and the importance of Red Ribbon Club (RRC) in academic institutions. 21 Nodal Teachers of Adolescent Education Programme (AEP) from three districts (Mangan, Gangtok and Pakyong District) were trained
on 24th August 2023.
24 AUGUST 2023
Program on HIV/ AIDS and related issues was conducted on 23rd August 2023 for the trainees of Directorate of Handloom and Handicrafts,Gangtok.
Ms. Namrata Sharma, Mainstreaming Officer took an interactive session with the young participants.
Ms. Poonam Khatiwoda, Deputy Director who is the Nodal cum Complaint Officer from Directorate of Handloom and Handicrafts was present along with other officials.
On 24th August 2023
RRC, NSS and NCC of Sanchaman Limboo Government College Gyalshing organised Blood Donation camp in collaboration with Voluntary Blood Donation Association of Sikkim, West Branch, where 93 unit of Precious Red Gold Blood was collected.
On 22nd August 2023
Phoor Tsering Lepcha, AD Youth Affairs and Kishore Baniya, RRC Coordinator visited Sikkim Institute of Science and Technology in order to deliver a talk on HIV/AIDS and importance of RRC academic institutions.
On 18th AUGUST 2023
Rainbow Hills Welfare Association with support from Sikkim State AIDS Control Society established “SAMPARK” an LGBTQIA+ Counselling Centre at Arithang, Gangtok today. The centre is part of the Community Peer Led Intervention (CPLI) Program which aims to create awareness and prevent HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) amongst High Risk Groups (HRGs) especially Men seeking men (MSM) and Transgender group.
The programme was attended by Shri Arun Upreti, Hon’ble Speaker Sikkim Legislative Assembly, Government of Sikkim as the Chief Guest. Additional Advocate General
Dr. Doma T Bhutia was the Guest of Honor along with Project Director, Sikkim SACS Dr. Deki Wangmu Phempu and SHO Gangtok Mr. Neeraj Khatiwada as Special Guests.
The program was also attended by Councillors of Arithang Ward, officers from Social, Justice Welfare Department & Women & Child Development Department, Sikkim SACS, Mr. KC Nima and community people.
02 MARCH 2023
SOULSIDE FROM ARUNACHAL PRADESH will be performing on 5th March at Manan Kendra, Gangtok on the 4th Regional Level Multi Media Campaign hosted by Sikkim SACS & National AIDS Control Organization.
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02 MARCH 2023
SHRUTI MIRZA, a band of Assamese Choir will represent ASSAM on 5th March at Manan Kendra in the 4th North East Regional Level Multi Media Campaign hosted by Sikkim SACS & National AIDS Control Organization.
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