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The Anglican Diocese of the Free State started Mosamaria Aids Ministry in 2003. The Isiseko Sokomoleza (Laying the Foundation) Programme was an initiative of Archbishop Njongonkulu Ndungane, for the Anglican Church of Southern Africa to reach out to those who are sick and suffering through being infected or affected by the pandemic of HIV/AIDS. Funds were obtained from DfiD in conjunction with the Archbishop’s office, to educate church leaders about HIV to break the silence and stigma around the disease.
Mosamaria AIDS Ministry is a registered non-profit organisation, with its own independent Board. There is also an Executive Committee, which sees to the day-to-day management together with the Mosamaria Coordinator. The Diocesan Trusts Board pays the salary of the Mosamaria Coordinator.
We rely on the generosity of South Africa and people abroad to fund our activities and projects. So whether you are looking for information on AIDS, you want to know what help or support we offer, or you want to get involved in the work of the Ministry as a volunteer, you will find information here.
Mosamaria Vision Statement
Mosamaria AIDS Ministry envisions all Christians in the Free State showing God’s love in practical and effective ways to all those whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS and to all who have been infected with HIV/AIDS.
Mosamaria Mission Statement
To work tirelessly and complete dedication to:
- Eliminate stigma, empower through knowledge, and decrease the spread of HIV through information, education and compassionate communication.
- Provide a network of care and support to as many people living with HIV as possible.
- Provide a highly professional Voluntary Confidential Counselling testing service through the New Start franchise.
- Promote Homestead Trench Vegetable gardens to improve nutrition.
- Provide support to Orphans and Vulnerable children through the OVC Support Groups.
- Work together with other organizations and churches with the same vision as Mosamaria.
- Advocate for better services for People living with HIV/AIDS through the Free State HIV/AIDS Coalition
- Encourage responsible sexual practices to youth through the Peer Education Programmes.
