The organization is run for the most part by volunteers. Various support and welfare programmes are run for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones.

Our educational activities range from telephone counselling, public talks and exhibitions, and outreach to the community and target groups, which includes the development and distribution of educational materials and publications.

We also operate the only anonymous HIV-testing facility in the Singapore.

In the research field we have been involved in behavioral research and intervention programmes for human resource managers, sex workers and other communities.

Action for AIDS is funded through donations from various agencies, private individuals, foundations, and businesses both large and small.

Formed in 1988, Action for AIDS (AfA) is a voluntary community based organization and a registered charity since 7 October 1994. We are also a registered IPC under the Ministry of Health from 15 December 2004.

Mission Statement

“Action for AIDS (AFA) is a caring NGO committed to AIDS prevention, advocacy and support. Our mission is to prevent transmission of HIV/AIDS through continuous education targeted at vulnerable groups; to advocate for access to affordable care and against HIV/AIDS discrimination; and to provide support for PWAs, caregivers and volunteers.”
Attaining the Mission

* Coordinate efforts in minimizing discrimination in issues relating to AIDS/HIV infection.
* Liaise with other agencies of similar orientation in the exchange of information and knowledge with regards to AIDS/HIV infection.
* Raise and disperse funds to carry out the objectives of the society.
* Receive and hold donated properties and assets.
* Set up and manage an endowment fund.
* Undertake any other activities as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objectives.