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Between Men gives an overview of basic issues for men who have sex with men (MSM) in the context of HIV and other STIs. The booklet also provides ideas for developing prevention programmes with and for MSM. The publication has four main sections:

• Basic information about men who have sex with men
• Sexual health and what to consider when designing HIV/STI prevention programmes
• Strategies and activities to enable MSM to develop HIV/STI prevention and care programmes
• A useful list of resources for further contacts and information/li>

Between Men is intended for people or organisations who provide support to NGOs and CBOs starting HIV/STI prevention work with and for MSM. Although it can be used in many contexts, Between Men aims primarily to support those planning to work in communities in developing countries where few or no organisations work with MSM.

The booklet is available at:
www.aidsalliance.org. If you want to order a printed copy but do not have access to the Internet, request an order form by e-mail at:

The report, "In Their Own Right: Addressing the Sexual and Reproductive Health Needs of Men Worldwide" is the most comprehensive resource available on men's sexual and reproductive behaviour and needs, encompassing men aged 15 to 54 in 45 developing and developed countries, from sexual initiation through marriage and parenthood. The findings indicate that sexual and intimate relationships, and a stable family life are important parts of men's lives worldwide. However, many men lack the information and services required to effectively protect their own and their partners' sexual and reproductive health. Although men's behaviour varies widely by region, the report illustrates the consistent need for sexual health education, diagnosis and treatment of STIs, and for integrated contraceptive services and support.

The HIV/AIDS epidemic amplifies the consequences of neglecting men, but the report shows that men's health care needs, and the significance of men's roles, go far beyond HIV/AIDS. Other STIs and unplanned pregnancies also have a range of negative consequences for men, women, families and communities - both direct (by affecting people's health) and indirect (by affecting the social and economic conditions of their lives, and the life of the larger community).

To purchase a copy of In Their Own Right (Worldwide), go to: www.guttmacher.org To download a free executive summary or full-text copy of In Their Own Right, go to: www.guttmacher.org

Journalists reporting on HIV/AIDS are invited to submit their entries to the inaugural, annual HIV/AIDS Red Ribbon Media Award for Excellence in Journalism. The award aims to encourage the development of a core of high-level journalists and other media professionals, to produce information and communication materials in the printed and electronic media for general consumption and advocacy. The award will be presented each year on 1 December to commemorate World AIDS Day, and is open to entries from the following countries: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros, Mauritius, Seychelles, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Namibia, Botswana, Madagascar and Mozambique. Entries must have been published or broadcast between 1 December 2002 and 15 November 2003.

For more information on how to participate call: Tel: +254 20 522182; Email: .

Interested individuals are invited to register for, and or submit abstracts to, the 1st International Students Conference on AIDS, scheduled for 2 to 6 February 2004 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The conference is organised by the steering committee of students from the University of Dar es Salaam, the Hubert Kairuki Memorial University and the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences. The conference will be held at the University of Dar es Salaam, in the Nkrumah and Nyerere halls.

For more information: www.muchs.ac.tz or www.isca.freehomepage.com