This document summarizes the 5 most influential people in the author's fight against HIV/AIDS. #5 is Tom Mkhize, a master trainer in counseling who the author sees as a brother. #4 is Ann Bailey, a professor and clergy member who changed the author's perspective. #3 is April Foster, a long-time team coordinator who was selfless and thoughtful. #2 is Ian Douglas Campbell, a doctor who thrust the author into community counseling. #1 is Thebisa Chaava, the author's mentor in counseling who was devoted and innovative. The author expresses gratitude for how these people brought care, hope, and skills to the fight against HIV/AIDS.

1. The 5 Most Influential People
in the Fight Against HIV/AIDS
MacDonald Chaava
Lawton, Oklahoma
February, 2014

2. Endless List
I can list up to 20 people who have had a
tremendous impact in my life vis-à-vis the Fight
Against HIV/AIDS.
The following 5 are top of the list.
I am glad God brought them into my life:

3. #5
Tom Mkhize
I knew Tom long before we actually met face-toface; when we finally did there was the most
natural “brotherhood” bond
CCE-CC Master Trainer
He reflects his master trainer in skill and dexterity
I refer to Tom as my Zulu warrior brother in the
fight against HIV/AIDS
He is Dependable

4. #4
Ann Bailey
Professor, University of Zambia, (University
Teaching Hospital), later Clergy, Anglican Church
Her statement made the difference when she
said, “God is in our suffering.” The year was
1990/91 in a meeting of HIV/AIDS facilitators in
Lusaka. That changed my perspective on
HIV/AIDS

5. #3
April Foster
Team Coordinator, Africa Region, HIV/AIDS Team
for many years;
A foot soldier in the fight against HIV/AIDS
Highly organized and systematic
Thoughtful, prayerful, forever patient
From her I learned the value of selfless giving in
this fight

6. #2
Ian Douglas Campbell
Medical doctor, Chikankata Hospital
A friend; Gave me a chance to try
Thrust me into the deep end of community counseling
and I learnt to swim
Always trusting in team capacity
First impression of what it means to transfer concepts
of care and hope
Never afraid to try others

7. #1
Thebisa Chaava
My mentor in community counseling and CCE-CC
A faithful friend and partner in life
Mother of all my children
The most devoted CCE-CC advocate the world has
ever known
Master Trainer and Innovative Leader in this field

8. Thank you
The good thing about getting older is that you can
look back and see things like this and appreciate
others
Thank you guys,
The Lord Bless you.
Its not over until He says so