SIR Social Sciences Investigation Abstract
BUILDING A REFUGEE PROGRAM FOR THE CHICAGO WOMEN'S AIDS PROJECT
Presenter:
Bansi N. Shah, Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
Advisor:
Mrs. Caroline Rapando, Chicago Women's AIDS project
Abstract:
The Chicago Women's AIDS Project (CWAP) provides case management services to Chicago-area women with AIDS. The growing refugee population in the city made it imperative that CWAP develop a program that provides more personal case management to the specific population. I conducted surveys to assess the needs and requirements of the program, gathered information to obtain necessary grants, and prepared the legal background for continuation of the program as a 501(c)(3) organization. I assisted in the development of curriculum. The program opened in January of 2006 and has continued to date.