Up Beat Issue Number 10 1994

This month we decided that it is time to turn our attention to the male sex. In Talkshop we discover that boys do worry about their images and their bodies but not always in the same ways that girls do. For some light relief from exams read how Mbaqanga artist, Phuzekhemisi got his unusual name. And for something more serious, Upbeat looks at constructive ideas from unemployed youth groups. Flow can young people gain the skills needed to put their good ideas into action? When you've read the article on unemployed youth, write and tell us about your own ideas for projects in your areas. Upbeat plans publish articles about how our readers are helping with reconstruction and development. December 1 is World AIDS Day. The theme for this year is: AIDS and the family. This is a day for people to remember those who have died of AIDS. It is also a time to support people who have AIDS or who have lost a family member because of the disease. AIDS Day offers families who are supporting AIDS sufferers a chance to plan together. It is a time for them to work out how to support and help brothers, sisters, parents or others who have AIDS. The day is especially important for families who have been separated by migrant labour, violence and poverty. Look out for special events in your area on World AIDS Day