Goals
Problem statement:
The latest newsletter from the Georgian Center of Aids (Aidscenter.ge) reports that although Georgia currently has a low prevalence of HIV/AIDS , there will be a rapid spread of the disease unless urgent measures are taken. The statistics speak even louder, as the overall increase in the number of infections from 2014 to 2015 was 37%, and the results are even more horrifying for the male gay community – a 162% increase.
There is no sex education and a shame culture around buying condoms, which is the main reasons driving the projected HIV and AIDS statistics. Condoms are only available over the counter in the pharmacies or supermarkets, and those who buy them are judged, especially women.
This campaign - Freedom to be Safe! would make condoms available to everyone in Georgia. Every individual has an equal choice to protect himself/herself, and live a happy and healthy life!
Proposed Solution:
The idea is very simple – I have an agreement with some of Georgia’s biggest night clubs, fast food chains and petrol stations to install condom dispensers in their toilets.
Condom distribution programs are globally established cost-effective interventions that provide citizens with the resources they need to prevent the spread of different STDs (incl. HIV). According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, making condoms commonly available is an integral part in the fight of HIV prevention.
Increasing condom availability directly supports raising the usage among a wide range of population, including youth, commercial sex workers, and those who engage in risky sexual activities.
By combating the problem of shame and guilt experienced while purchasing condoms, we hope to prevent the growth of HIV infections. would like to solve the issue with the already well-established practice of installing Condom Dispensing Machines in the toilets of public places in Tbilisi. The condoms will be available as a single unit and with a limited price mark up, making it way less affordable for the end user.
The dispensing machines themselves will not be branded, rather the surface will be leveraged to educate the masses about safe sex, STD prevention and related topics. Each dispenser will also convey a message about being a non-profit, community project, so that risks of vandalism and damage are reduced.
Sustainability:
The project is developed to be self-sustainable after the initial funding is achieved. Here is a brief explanation how this will be managed:
- The initial funding will be invested in purchasing the condom dispensers and condoms.
- Once the dispensers are installed and the condoms start retailing, the generated income will cover future costs.
Therefore, unless some unforeseen circumstances occur, the project should sustain itself for many years.
Equal gender opportunity:
The project itself aims to make condoms accessible for anybody no mater of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class etc. The choice, where to place dispensing machines, is intended to take into consideration:
Gender: an equal number of male and female facilities will be chosen. Given the option, our first choice will always be the spot that has no gender restriction.
HIV/AIDS: we will specifically target the areas in Tbilisi where sex workers are known to be located. This will ensure a higher success rate in the fight to prevent HIV.
Class: compared to the shops, the condom will be cheaper because they can be bought individually. We will also minimize the mark-up, furhter reducing the price. Our target price is 50 Tetri/unit.
Items Needed
Item | აღწერა | Vendor Info | Total | Purchased? |
Condom Dispensing Machine (Condovender CX1W – Mini vending machine unit condom) | A perfect, compact mini vending machine for exterior/interior. The coiner has a manually operated mechanical precision available for different types of currencies and prices. This machine dispenses condoms in individual cases, enabling to sell single unit condoms. |
SAS Vending
Calle Amillaga 1 – 5, |
363,00 ₾ | |
Condom Dispensing Machine (Condovender CX1W – Mini vending machine unit condom) | A perfect, compact mini vending machine for exterior/interior. The coiner has a manually operated mechanical precision available for different types of currencies and prices. This machine dispenses condoms in individual cases, enabling to sell single unit condoms. |
SAS Vending
Calle Amillaga 1 – 5, |
363,00 ₾ | |
Condom Dispensing Machine (Condovender CX1W – Mini vending machine unit condom) | A perfect, compact mini vending machine for exterior/interior. The coiner has a manually operated mechanical precision available for different types of currencies and prices. This machine dispenses condoms in individual cases, enabling to sell single unit condoms. |
SAS Vending
Calle Amillaga 1 – 5, |
363,00 ₾ |
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