Milk Programme
For most newborns, breast milk is a precious gift that provides both nutrition and immunity. However, for babies born to mothers living with HIV, breastfeeding poses a significant risk of transmitting the virus, as HIV can be passed through breast milk. This puts infants at a high risk of infection.

Elderly Living with HIV

Older adults living with HIV often face a multitude of challenges. In addition to HIV, they are more likely to have other chronic conditions, making their healthcare needs more complex. Common comorbidities in older adults with HIV include:

Chronic diseases: such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and chronic lung disease.
Cancer: People with HIV have a higher risk of certain types of cancer.
Depression and anxiety: These can arise from coping with illness, medication side effects, life changes, and stigma.

Teamwork

On September 25, 2024, Rejoice Charity, in collaboration with 10 HIV-positive volunteers from three districts, held a meeting to plan integrated care for people living with HIV. The meeting facilitated the exchange of experiences and the setting of common goals to enhance HIV prevention and control.

This meeting marked a significant step in building a strong network between Rejoice Charity and HIV-positive volunteers from Mae Ai, Chai Prakan, and Chiang Dao districts.

From Survival to Revival

 During January 2023, resulting from the effects of the Pandemic, Rejoice was fast running short of funds. The Rejoice staff were advised to start seeking employment elsewhere.

Arm found employment very quickly and went to Bangkok to work with his sister and his brother-in-law in their Interior Design business.

Gee and Wi continued with Rejoice in Chiang Mai which by now was becoming a "Ghost" town with shops and entertainment centres closing-down on a regular basis. Chiang Mai's famous Night Bazaar was boarded up and remained closed.

Patana School Students' Visit 2024

Between July 15-17, 2024, Rejoice Charity had the opportunity to welcome 7 high school students from Bangkok Patana School in Bangkok for a visit to learn about the organization's work.

During the visit, Rejoice staff took the students to visit the homes of HIV-positive individuals to give them a firsthand look at their lives and how they live in the community. The goal was to help the students understand the challenges faced by HIV-positive individuals, foster compassion, and inspire them to get involved in helping the underprivileged.

Chai Prakan Students Receive HIV Knowledge
Adolescents are at a curious and exploratory stage of life, approaching their reproductive years. Therefore, teaching sex education and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV/AIDS, in schools and communities is key to preventing new HIV infections, fostering understanding, reducing stigma, and leading to a society that understands and accepts people living with HIV/ AIDS on an equal footing.

The Rod Nam Dam Hua ritual, a water pouring ceremony practiced during Songkran (Thai New Year), is a time-honored tradition that embodies the essence of respect, gratitude, and unity. Deeply rooted in Thai culture, this practice serves as a profound expression of filial piety, honoring elders and those who have made a significant impact in one's life.

Air Pollution during "The Burning Season"

Here in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the burning season typically occurs between mid-January and mid-April, with March being the peak month. During this time, the air quality can be very poor, with levels of particulate matter (PM2.5) exceeding 100 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³). The World Health Organization (WHO) considers anything above 25 µg/m³ to be unhealthy.

Understanding HIV and Aids

When we have sex, certain infections can be passed on if one partner already has an infection.

This can include many sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and also HIV.

It’s important you know how to prevent and test for them if you are having sex.

Wiang Haeng January 2024

Wiang Haeng District, nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, is a scenic gem about a 4-hour drive north of Chiang Mai. But its beauty hides a deeper story. This area near the Myanmar border has become home to many migrants, especially Shan people fleeing conflict in their homeland.

Mae Ho Day Care 2024

Rejoice Charity supported an end-of-year/New Year celebration event for children at Mae Ho Day Care Centre on Thursday, December 28, 2023. More than 30 children and parents attended the event.

All the children were excited and happy to exchange gifts. The atmosphere at the event was full of fun and warmth.

Rejoice were very pleased to have the opportunity to participate in this event.

Wendy's Craftwork

Wendy is a long time supporter of Rejoice and a member of "Friends of Rejoice Singapore", a social network of friends organised by her brother Wight. Wendy has a special talent for creating beautiful bead-work objects which, with a little help from her friends, she sells to raise money for Rejoice.

Wendy also sponsors students under the Rejoice Scholarship Programme and also has supported twin girls, Sasipim (Fon) and Sirapasson (Fa), since birth.