FHI (Family Health International) which subcontracts grants from USAID has been actively working in prevention and treatment of STI (Sexually Transmitted Infections)in Nepal.It subcontracts work to AMDA,GWP,LALS and couple of other organizations for awareness,prevention,treatment and rehabilitation of STI infected population. The socio economic factor coupled with lack of education and awareness in South Asian countries has been the biggest hurdle in fighting AIDS.