WHO ARE THEY?

Utu is a non-profit 501(c)(3) focusing on educating rural communities in Africa to halt the spread of AIDS on the continent, specifically in “overlooked” areas.

WHAT DO THEY DO?

As education is the focus of utu, one of the main activities is “learn and live” presentations to education rural African communities on AIDS prevention.  Using a generator, projector, and video iPod, they are able to show videos in locations that do not have electricity.  Because these communities do not have electricity many of the residents have never seen a TV or video.

In addition to the presentations, utu collects donations of textbooks in developed nations and then distributes them in Africa.  Lastly they focus on building last infrastructure like schools and clinics so that education can continue in the community.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

• Donate electronically or by check
• Follow @utuafrica on twitter
• Check out their website: utuafrica.org
• Tell people about utu: post a link on twitter, facebook, or email