Red Ribbon Club

Red Ribbon Club (RRC)

The Red Ribbon Club (RRC)

The Red Ribbon Club (RRC) is an initiative of the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It was established to promote awareness about HIV/AIDS, encourage safe behaviors, and foster volunteerism among youth in educational institutions. The name is derived from the red ribbon, an international symbol of solidarity with people living with HIV/AIDS.

Objectives of Red Ribbon Club (RRC)
  • HIV/AIDS Awareness:Educate young people about HIV transmission, prevention, and treatment.Spread awareness about stigma and discrimination faced by those living with HIV/AIDS.
  • Promote Safe Practices:Advocate the importance of safe sex practices, including the use of condoms.Encourage voluntary blood donation as a safe and noble act.
  • Youth Leadership and Volunteerism:Involve students in peer education and community outreach activities.Train youth to act as change-makers and leaders in spreading awareness.
  • Preventive Healthcare:Promote healthy lifestyles, including awareness of substance abuse prevention.Spread information on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and reproductive health.

Activities of Red Ribbon Club (RRC)
  • Awareness Campaigns
  • Blood Donation Drives
  • Peer Education Programs
  • Health Check-up Camps
SStructure of Rotaract Clubs
  • Club Level:Each club is autonomous and governed by a president, secretary, treasurer, and board members.
  • District Level:Clubs within a geographical area form a Rotaract district that is led by a Rotaract Representative.
  • International Level:Rotaract is part of the global Rotary International network with clubs from over 180 countries.
Impact of Red Ribbon Club
  • Awareness Generation:Helps young people understand the importance of HIV prevention and the need for early testing.
  • Behavioral Change:Promotes safe sexual behavior and reduces risk-taking tendencies among youth.
  • Reduction in Stigma:Creates an inclusive environment where people living with HIV/AIDS are treated with dignity and empathy.
  • Volunteerism and Social Responsibility:Encourages youth to take up social causes and contribute actively to society.
  • Mrs.S.Gowri Manohari .,M.C.A.,(Asst.Prof) STUD