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‘The establishment of the Asia Pacific Business Coalition on AIDS is a direct response to the need for greater private sector engagement and coordination in the regional fight against HIV/AIDS. It was launched by President Clinton in February 2006’ Why HIV is a business issue Business should respond to HIV not just out of humanitarian concern but for sound economic reasons. The epidemic has the potential to undermine sustained growth of markets in the region because it strikes at the most economically active age groups - the workforce, ages 16 - 49. These costs are not just a concern for public policy makers - they are a matter of serious concern to all businesses trading in the region. HIV cuts into planned company expenses by increasing costs of employee healthcare, recruitment and training. Firms with employees who become HIV positive may see a reduction in productivity as staff become ill. The disease ultimately reduces company profits as expenses increase, service delivery fails to adhere to planned schedules, and customers change their purchasing plans because of the HIV expenses they incur. HIV prevalence rates in the Asia-Pacific are still low enough for all businesses to maintain healthy workforces and communities. Workplace HIV interventions have been shown to be relatively inexpensive. Contribution to national HIV responses today will provide a greater cost saving in the future. By joining APBCA in the fight against HIV/AIDS you will take a leading role in maintaining the health of your business and community. |
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The Asia Pacific Business Coalition on AIDS (APBCA) is leading the region's private sector response to HIV and AIDS. Launched by former President Bill Clinton in February 2006, APBCA and its network is working with businesses to limit the impact of HIV and AIDS in the Asia Pacific region. Read more.
