ExtraCECI Project Launch

Start date and time

Monday 20 January 2025

Location

Accra, Ghana

The Extra community-based enhanced care intervention (ExtraCECI) project was successfully launched at the Cedi Auditorium, located within the University of Ghana in Accra, Ghana on Monday, 20th January 2025. The ExtraCECI project aims to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of ExtraCECI to improve person-centred outcomes and quality of life for people living with HIV/AIDS compared to standard HIV care. The project launch created the opportunity to engage stakeholders and the public both national and internal to officially share the goals as well as create awareness of the project and its focus on person-centred care. The program was well attended by various stakeholders, including members of the University of Ghana’s community, HIV/AIDS advocacy groups, collaborators and representatives from the Ghana Health Service, Ghana AIDS Commission, Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association, Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives, faculty, students, the media and the general public. There were representatives of the patient and public involvement (PPI) network, the Models of Hope, graduate students and community leaders in attendance. Throughout the event, participants were presented with the overall objectives of the ExtraCECI Project and a call to partner with stakeholders in achieving project success. Emphasis was placed on the importance of person-centred HIV care in Ghana, and the pivotal role this initiative will play in improving the quality of life and support for individuals living with HIV. The event served as a platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and the fostering of partnerships aimed at driving forward the project's mission and goals.