Welcome - Western Heads East - Western University's Community Response to the HIV/AIDS crisis in Africa

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London, Ontario

Nairobi, Kenya

Mwanza, Tanzania

Kigali, Rwanda

Events & Programs - May. 2012

2012 Grand Challenges Explorations

Dr. Gregor Reid and his Lawson Health Research Institute team are the winners of the 2012 Grand Challenges Explorations. Read more...

WHE Program Updates - Mar. 2012

Youth-Run Yoghurt Business in Mwanza

In Mwanza, Tanzania, the Kivulini Women's Rights Organization has decided to begin a yoghurt business run entirely by local youth. Read more...

WHE News - Mar. 2012

In the Market for Western Heads East

It's that special time of the year again! The entire Western Heads East team is busy with last minute preparations for our annual In the Market fundraising gala. This year's event will be held at the Great Hall on Thursday March 22 from 4:00-6:30. Read more...

Intern Profiles - Mar. 2012

Emily Royer

Meet Emily, a student intern studying at the Richard Ivey School of Business. Emily traveled to the African community Oyugis, Kenya for two months to help with local business development. Read more...

Welcome - March

The countdown is on! Just under a week to go until our annual 'In the Market for Western Heads East' fundraising gala on March 22. We sure hope you have reserved your ticket because this is an evening you do not want to miss! There will be something for everyone: delicious African-inspired food, a jam-packed silent auction, guest speakers, authentic African jewelry, art and clothing for purchase, live music from Donne Roberts and so much more! Check out the Events section for more information. Hope to see you there!

Mission Statement

To engage staff, students, faculty and the broader community in teaching, research and service targeting the African HIV/AIDS crisis. This will raise awareness and funds to support the exchange of learning experiences, while making a sustainable difference to communities in Africa.

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Western Heads East is Western's Community Response to the HIV/AIDS crisis in Africa