UNDP / GFATM Programs in Montenegro have started publishing a newsletter containing articles, news and snippets of information about the implementation of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) grants in this country. The activities and topics presented here concern people with specific needs and their life stories. At the same time, familiarization with these topics will contribute to better understanding of the global situation related to HIV and TB policies, epidemiological trends, innovative approaches in working with the most-at-risk populations and will hopefully help in accepting cultural, sexual and gender differences.

UNDP is the Principal Recipient (PR) of HIV and TB grants in Montenegro from 2006. The PR has worked actively to establish strong relations with relevant national stakeholders which is the key for the successful implementation of the National HIV and TB Programmes. The PR has also developed relations with number of NGOs to facilitate outreach to and screening of vulnerable groups difficult to reach through the national health care system. Hopefully, the Newsletter will contribute and help readers and their friends/families to gain the necessary knowledge in response to HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis in Montenegro.