Stass

STaSS is the abbreviation for Shika Tamaa Support Services.  Shika Tamaa means “Living in Hope” in Swahili, the commonest language in southern and eastern Africa.  A name in Swahili was chosen because at the time of formation the highest percentage of the people living with HIV/AIDS in Milton Keynes was of Southern and Eastern African origin.

 

STaSS is a permanent sustainable free, private and confidential independent HIV/AIDS Support Service in Milton Keynes caring for persons of all ages, race, gender, ethnic background, religious belief and sexual orientation.

 

STaSS was formed in May 2007 with the aim of supporting people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS, preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS and to promote Positive Sexual Health through Education, Training and Community Initiatives.  STaSS play a major part in developing a co-ordinated response to the challenges of HIV/AIDS in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.

 

STaSS is a service tailored to meet the diverse needs of the service-users, majority of whom are from ethnic minority background. STaSS have been providing an excellent, unique and certified support service with a strong client base.