 | HIV/AIDS Networking Guide - A comprehensive resource for individuals and organisations who wish to build, strengthen or sustain a network (International Council of AIDS Service Organisations, 1997, 48 p.) |
 |  | (introduction...) |
| | Preface |
|  | About This Guide |
| | Why This Guide Was Developed |
| | What This Guide Will Do |
| | What This Guide Will Not Do |
| | How This Guide Is Organized |
| | Chapter 1 - Networking for a More Effective Response To HIV and AIDS |
| | Introduction |
| | What Do We Mean by Networking? |
| | Characteristics of a Network |
| | What Are the Benefits of Networking? |
| | Why Network? |
| | Network Activities |
| | Organizational Features of AIDS Networks |
| | The ICASO Story |
| | PHA Involvement in AIDS Networks |
| | Ensuring the Inclusion of People with HIV/AIDS In AIDS Networks |
| | Networking for Mutual Support |
| | Chapter 2 - Networking: What Makes it Work? |
| | Introduction |
| | Eight Steps to Building and Sustaining a Network |
| | Step one: Prepare a Statement of Purpose |
| | Step two: Define Goals and Objectives |
| | Examples of Network Statements of Purpose and Goals |
| | Step three: Create an Action Plan |
| | Step four: Establish Ground Rules |
| | Step five: Define a Decision-Making Process |
| | Step six: Prepare a Communications Plan |
| | Step seven: Choose an Organizational Structure |
| | Some Thoughts on How Networks Organize Themselves |
| | Step eight: Secure Resources |
| | Crucial Steps in Network Building |
| | Chapter 3 - Change and Challenges |
| | Introduction |
| | Sustaining Commitment |
| | Evaluation |
| | Letters of Commitment |
| | Resolving Conflict |
| | Responding to Conflict |
| | Communication |
| | Chapter 4 - Other Networking Issues |
| | Introduction |
| | Issue 1 - Mobilizing Resources |
| | Issue 2 - Electronic Mail and Networking in AIDS |
| | Personal Testimonials: E-mail and Networking |
| | Chapter 5 - Governing Body and Staff Issues in Formalized Networks |
| | Introduction |
| | Selecting a Governing Body |
| | Models for the Structure of the Governing Body |
| | Model 1: The Working/Administrative Governing Body |
| | Model 2: Collective |
| | Tips to Help Distinguish Between the Role of the Governing Body and Staff |
| | Basic Functions of Governing Bodies |
| | Sample Terms of Reference for a Member of a Governing Body |
| | Terms of Reference for the Governing Body of an Existing AIDS Network |
| | Defining the Role of Staff |
| | Job Description of Network Senior Staff Person |
| | Chapter 6 - Lessons Learned About Networking |
| | Introduction |
| | Factors and Conditions Influencing Networking Dynamics |
| | Why Networks Fail |
| | Networking Issues and Challenges |
| | Appendix - International HIV/AIDS Related Networks |
| | Invitation to comment on the HIV/AIDS Networking Guide |
Introduction
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Networking in the area of AIDS is increasingly recognized as an essential component of a more effective response to the challenges of HIV/AIDS. Unfortunately, however, little has been written about the lessons learned in building and sustaining a successful network. This is regrettable as networking in the area of AIDS could only be strengthened if networks reflected more on their successes, failures, capacities and weaknesses and shared this information with others. This chapter presents three articles which examine lessons learned about networking. The first article looks at factors and conditions which influence networking dynamics. The second piece is a summary of an evaluation of an unsuccessful network of indigenous people in Asia. It is included here as the lessons learned from this experience are also applicable to AIDS networks. The final article, written specifically for the Guide, is a reflection on the major challenges that must be addressed in the development of a network. The articles in this chapter look at:
 Networking Issues and Challenges.
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