Public Service Information Campaign for the Prevention of STD/AIDS (1996-2000)
This project sought to educate the Filipino public and prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS (STD/AIDS). The different phases of the project focused on: (1) the impact of HIV/AIDS on people related to the PLHIV/AIDS; (2) recognition of signs and symptoms of STD/AIDS and the relation of STD to HIV; (3) prevention of child prostitution; and (4) partner notification. This project generated PHP 4,000,000.00 worth of media mileage.
Furthermore, the materials produced in this project won for ReachOut the following awards and recognition:
- 1997 Gold Medal for Best Public Service Advertising, New York Festivals;
- Mobius Advertising Awards; Illinois,USA;
- Global Awards, New York, USA;
- 1999 Anvil Awards of the Public Relations Society of the Philippines; and
- Official Entry to the Asia Pacific Advertising Festival.
Grant received: US$ 200,000.00
Worth of free media space: PHP 4,000,000.00
Funding Partner: United States Agency for International Development (USAID)