Empowering HIV Positive Youth & Adolescents
ASK US is a youth-led, nonprofit association in Ethiopia, founded by HIV positive adolescents and youth to end AIDS, fight stigma, and build a brighter future through leadership, SRH, and psychosocial support.
Who We Are
ASK US (Positive Children Adolescent and Youth National Association) is an indigenous, nonpolitical, non‑religious, nonprofit humanitarian organization established September 14, 2021 in Addis Ababa by over 250 HIV positive youth and adolescents. We are a result of shared vision: overcoming stigma, loss, and psychosocial challenges through peer support, experience sharing, and collective action.
Founded by HIV+ youth for HIV+ youth
Holistic development: SRH, mental health, economic empowerment
Community-led monitoring & multisectoral partnership
Explore Psychosocial ProgramStrategic Objectives
Our 7 strategic objectives for 2028 focus on reaching 20,000 HIV+ youth and 10,000 high-risk AGYW and key populations, with a focus on 95‑95‑95 targets, triple elimination, and stigma reduction.
SRH & HIV Prevention
Reach 20,000 HIV+ adolescents and youth and 10,000 high-risk AGYW with SRH, relationship, marriage and family counseling, and HIV prevention services by 2028.
Mental Health & Psychosocial
Reach 20,000 HIV+ children, adolescents and youth with mental health, psychosocial and economic counseling, support and services by 2028.
95-95-95 Targets
Contribute to ensuring 95% know their status, 95% on ART, and 95% viral suppression for CAYLHIV by 2028.
Professional Disclosure
Advocate and contribute to ensuring 90% professional and timely disclosure of HIV status to CALHIV by 2028.
Triple Elimination
Contribute to reducing mother-to-child transmission of HIV, congenital syphilis, and viral hepatitis B below 5% by 2028.
Stigma & GBV Reduction
Contribute to reducing stigma, discrimination, gender-based violence and inequalities below 10%, and eliminate human rights and legal barriers.
Priority Programs
Our 9 priority programs are designed to deliver comprehensive support to CAYLHIV, AGYW and young key populations.
Our Core Values
Guided by human rights, meaningful engagement, equity, and innovation — we put young people first.
People Centered
Target communities are our top priority; their voices shape every program.Accountability & Transparency
Clear procedures, participatory decisions, and open communication with all stakeholders.Commitment
Steadfast patience and sustained effort to achieve our goals, no matter the challenges.Equity & Inclusion
Fair resource distribution, greater support for marginalized groups, and full participation of all.Innovation
Dynamic, creative approaches with indigenous knowledge, tech, and cost-effective solutions.Integrity
Honesty, professional politeness, and deep respect for humanity.Sustainability & Partnership
Domestic resource reliance, strategic partnerships, and community ownership for lasting impact.
Our Partners & Supporters
We are grateful to PROJECT Hope, NNPWE, AHF, ISHDO, UNAIDS, UNFPA, UNICEF, CHAI, PEPFAR, and many others who stand with us.
200+ high-case-load facilities
Universities, schools, health facilities, IDP camps
Virtual safe spaces & DICs
Voices from Our Community
Real stories of resilience, hope, and transformation.
"ASK US gave me a family when I felt alone. The psychosocial support and peer counseling helped me accept my status and dream again."
- Biruk, 19
Youth leader"Through ASK US, I learned about my sexual and reproductive health rights. I now mentor other girls in my community."
- Selam, 21
AGYW advocate"The economic counseling and support helped me start a small business. I feel empowered and independent."
- Dawit, 23
Entrepreneur
Operational Areas
200+ high-load facilities, universities, colleges, schools, health facilities, IDP camps, industrial parks, and community settings across all regions of Ethiopia.
Priority Populations: HIV+ children, adolescents and youth, high-risk AGYW, young key populations, OVCs, and youth with disabilities.