Legislators’ Forum on AIDS (LFA, Nagaland) held an advocacy programme on HIV and AIDS with Baptist Theological College (BTC) Pfutsero at the college auditorium on June 28.
A press release from LFA Nagaland stated that, state consultant, Dr. Vinito L. Chishi gave a presentation on HIV and AIDS scenario of Nagaland and shared concern related to increasing number of new HIV infection in the state particularly in districts like Dimapur, Kohima, Tuensang, Kiphire etc.
He also stressed on the importance of church advocacy in response to HIV and AIDS and encouraged the students, who are preparing to enter into church ministry and mission to make use of their leadership opportunity by taking positive initiatives in addressing the issues related to HIV and AIDS.
Hukatoli from LFA also made a presentation on social concern on HIV and AIDS and living responsibly with particular emphasis on its consequences, challenges and importance.
Earlier, introduction and opening prayer was offered by Dr. Eyingbeni Humtsoe Nienu (principal BTC) and closing prayer by Dr. Vekutulu L. Veyie (vice-principal BTC).
All the students and faculty members of the college attended the programme.