Noerine Kaleeba
Noerine Kaleeba (pronounced: no-er-ine ka-le-eba) is a prominent Ugandan social worker, educator, and activist. She is best known for her work in the field of HIV/AIDS advocacy, particularly as the co-founder of The AIDS Support Organization (TASO).
Etymology
The name "Noerine" is of unknown origin. "Kaleeba" is a common surname in Uganda, derived from the Luganda language.
Early Life and Education
Noerine Kaleeba was born and raised in Uganda. She received her education in the field of Social Work and later pursued a career in education, serving as a lecturer at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda.
Career
In 1987, following the death of her husband from AIDS, Kaleeba co-founded TASO, one of the first organizations in Africa to provide support for people living with HIV/AIDS. TASO has since grown into one of the largest non-governmental organizations in Uganda, providing services to thousands of people each year.
Kaleeba has also worked with several international organizations, including UNAIDS, where she served as a special representative for the executive director. Her work has focused on advocacy, policy development, and capacity building in the field of HIV/AIDS.
Recognition
Kaleeba's work has been recognized both nationally and internationally. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to the fight against HIV/AIDS, including the Nansen Refugee Award from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Noerine Kaleeba
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