Module 1. Understanding the Legislation

Training Guide for RWHAP Part A Planning Councils/Planning Bodies: A Member’s First Planning Cycle

December 2018

Purpose

To familiarize Part A planning council/planning body (PC/PB) members with the legislation authorizing the RWHAP, and its various Parts. Also, how it has evolved over the years as the epidemic has changed and new treatments have been developed.

Content Overview

History and Evolution of Ryan White Legislation

RWHAP as a major source of funding for HIV care in the U.S.
Appropriations over time by RWHAP Part
Purpose of the legislation
RWHAP and the HIV timeline
Evolution of the legislation in the context of a changing epidemic and advances in treatment

Overview of Ryan White Parts

Uses of RWHAP funds
Description of each RWHAP Part
Importance of collaboration across RWHAP Parts

Understanding Part A

Funding for Eligible Metropolitan Areas (EMAs) and Transitional Grant Areas (TGAs)
Similarities between RWHAP Part A and Part B
How RWHAP Part A works
Types of Fundable Services
How the Recipient and PC/B collaborate
Flow of decision making and funds

Materials for this Module

	Module 1: Notes for Trainers
	PowerPoint Slides: Understanding the Legislation
	Activity 1.1: Evolution of the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) Discussion Questions
	Activity 1.2: What’s My RWHAP Part? Quiz (with Answer Sheet)
	Quick Reference Handout 1.1: RWHAP Summary Timeline
	Folleto de referencia rápida 1.1: Línea de tiempo del Program Ryan White contra el VIH/SIDA

For More Information

Additional Resources

Planning Council Primer (2018 update)
The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. Health Resources and Services Administration HIV/AIDS Bureau (HRSA/HAB) website (e.g., History, Legislation, Fact Sheets).

Related Training Guide Components

Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities of RWHAP Part A Planning Councils/Bodies (PC/PBs) and Recipients. This builds on Module 1’s discussion of RWHAP Part A

Developed by

Planning Community HIV/AIDS Technical Assistance and Training