The Alliance has trained educators available to provide HIV/AIDS education in Northwest Pennsylvania. The educators can provide a diverse range of programs that can be tailored to meet the needs of the community, school, social services, and/or medical audiences. CME, PCB, LSW and Continuing Education accreditation is available. Trainings are also arranged with the University of Pittsburgh, AIDS Education and Training Center. If you are interested in scheduling an educational or training program call: 1-800-359-2437 and ask for the Coordinator of Prevention Education Services.

The Alliance also offers the following prevention and education services:

Personal Perspective Speakers Bureau: The Alliance has people living with HIV/AIDS who are specially trained to provide information and perspective on living with the disease. Arrangements can be made for a personal perspective speaker by contacting the Coordinator of Prevention Education Services.

Video and Print Library: A collection of educational and informational videotapes is available for schools, universities and community groups. The videotapes cover a wide range of issues focusing on HIV/AIDS, and are available upon request. Brochures and pamphlets covering several topics are also available. Additional information about materials and general reference information can be obtained by calling 1-800-359-2437 or by e-mailing: info@nwpaaidspartners.org

HIV/AIDS Educator newsletter: The Alliance publishes a bi-annual newsletter that reaches 2,000 different agencies. It serves to provide current educational, medical, and statistical updates on HIV/AIDS, and to publish scheduled trainings and conferences. If you would like to be added to our mailing list, or to correct information for current subscribers please e-mail your name, organization and address to: info@nwpaaidspartners.org

HIV/AIDS Information: General information can be obtained by calling the Northwest PA Rural AIDS Alliance in Clarion at 1-800-359-2437 or in Erie at 1-800-400-2437.

Please call during the hours of 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST, Monday – Friday. Referrals for testing, counseling and services for HIV/AIDS are also available.