Discussion Guide for

Out of the
Shadows
A f t e r v ie w in g “ O ut of t he shadows,” use this guide to research the AIDS
epidemic, reflect on how the video impacted you, recall what you learned, respond in tangible
ways, reach out with life-changing help, resolve to follow God’s Word, and rely on His
goodness and power.

Research
» A n e s t im at ed 33 million people were living with HIV in 2007. (Source:
UNAIDS Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic, 2008.)

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Sinc e t he b eginning of the epidemic, 25 million people have died from AIDS-
related causes. (Source: UNAIDS Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic, 2008.)

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E v e ry day, near ly 7,400 people become infected with HIV, and more than
5,400 people die from AIDS. (Source: UNAIDS Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic, 2008.)

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N e a r ly 3 million people were receiving antiretroviral treatment in low- and
middle-income countries at the end of 2007. This represents 31 percent of the
estimated need and a 45-percent improvement over 2006. (Source: UNAIDS Report on
the Global AIDS Epidemic, 2008.)

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Wo m e n a c c ount for near ly half of all people living with HIV
worldwide, and more than half of HIV infections in sub-Saharan Africa. (Source:
UNAIDS Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic, 2008.)

Reflect
» What did y ou lear n about the AIDS epidemic that you didn’t know before?

» dis c us s w h y the AIDS epidemic is so detrimental to a community.

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w h y do y ou t hink that the global community was slow to realize the
seriousness of the AIDS epidemic?

Recall
» r e c a l l s p ec ific examples of how World Vision is working to fight the AIDS
epidemic.

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How has the global community worked together to begin to take a stand
against AIDS?

Respond
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A r o und t he wor ld, World Vision teaches community members, including
children, about HIV and AIDS prevention so that they can teach their peers. How can
you help to raise awareness and educate your peers?

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HIV a n d A IDS have devastated entire communities in some countries. What can be
done to help people in those communities?

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D is c us s w hy it is important to dispel misconceptions and educate people about
HIV and AIDS.

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Reach Out
Consider making a difference in the following ways:

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P r ay da ily for those who are living with HIV and AIDS. Pray that God will
strengthen and provide for them.

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Sp o ns o r a c hild living in a community affected by AIDS. For about a dollar a
day, you’ll help provide your sponsored child with access to critical basics such as
clean water, improved nutrition, healthcare, and education. Your gifts will help make
a world of difference for one child and his or her family and community. For
sponsorship information, visit www.worldvisionresources.com.

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giv e a gif t through the World Vision Gift Catalog to help communities with
development projects that will benefit their children for generations to come. Gifts
include items such as goats, mother and child healthcare, small business loans, fruit
trees, school fees or even bicycles to help children get to school. Consider asking
family and friends to donate items instead of buying gifts for you or each other. Visit
www.worldvisionresources.com and click on “programs and events” for more
information.

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Be c o m e e duc at ed about HIV and AIDS so that you can advocate on behalf of
programs that will empower communities.

Resolve
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A n d if a ny one giv es even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones
because he is my disciple, I tell you the truth, he will certainly not lose his reward.
— Matthew 10:42

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D e f e nd t h e c ause of the weak and fatherless; maintain the rights of the poor
and oppressed. — Psalm 82:3

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For the Lord your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty
and awesome, who shows no partiality and accepts no bribes. He defends the
cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the alien, giving him food
and clothing. — Deuteronomy 10:17-18

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Rely
P r ay t h at:

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T h o s e w ith HIV and A IDS will have access to the medical treatment they
require and will receive the peace of Jesus.

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P e o p l e a r ound t he wor ld will become aware and moved to help those
suffering from HIV and AIDS.

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L e a de r s , p olic y mak er s, doc t or s and others involved would find
solutions to the problems associated with HIV and AIDS.

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 About World Vision
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dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities
worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of
poverty and injustice. Motivated by our faith in Jesus Christ, World
Vision serves alongside the poor and oppressed as a demonstration of
God’s unconditional love for all people. We see a world where each
child experiences “fullness of life” as described in John 10:10. And we
know this can be achieved only by addressing the problems of poverty
and injustice in a holistic way. That’s how World Vision is unique:
We bring 60 years of experience in three key areas needed to help
children and families thrive: emergency relief, long-term development,
and advocacy. And we bring all of our skills across many areas of
expertise to each community we work in, enabling us to care for
children’s physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Partnering with World Vision provides tangible ways to honor

God and put faith into action. By working, we can make a lasting
difference in the lives of children and families who are struggling to
overcome poverty. To find out more about how you can help, visit
www.worldvision.org.

About World Vision Resources

E nding gl o b a l pov ert y and injustice begins with education:
understanding the magnitude and causes of poverty, its impact on
human dignity, and our connection to those in need around the world.

World Vision Resources is the publishing ministry of World Vision.

World Vision Resources educates Christians about global poverty,
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to make a difference in the world.

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resources, contact:
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Mail Stop 321
P.O. Box 9716
Federal Way, WA 98063-9716
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