The Regional Psychosocial Support Initiative (REPSSI) is a non-profit organization working to lessen the devastating social and emotional (psychosocial) impact of HIV and AIDS, poverty and conflict on children and youth across East and Southern Africa. REPSSI partners with NGOs and governments across East and Southern Africa. With our technical assistance, these partners implement policies and programmes which strengthen the ability of communities andfamilies to care for and protect their children and youth. Since 2001, REPSSI has focused on raising awareness, developing easy-to-use and culturally appropriate tools, and creating demand for psychosocial support among key stakeholders.