A TCE area is also defined by the line of defense that has been put in place to maintain Total Control of the Epidemic 1. People are well organized to defend the community against the epidemic. There is a TCE Committee in every neighborhood and activists doing more to stop the spread of AIDS in their communities. Youth are organized to maintain the front lines against the epidemic. All schools in the area have AIDS education.
Safe sex is practiced.
Condoms are easily available, free or at an affordable price all over the area. Vulnerable persons are specifically assisted. Women are organized and trained to protect themselves against abuse Sex workers are organized, trained and helped to find alternative options of income generation. Health institutions are optimally equipped and organized. All clinics in the area have a professional attitude and skills to treat STD's.