The mission of the HIV/AIDS Administration (HAA) is to reduce the incidence of HIV/AIDS and number of deaths related to HIV/AIDS in the District of Columbia by the application of sound public health practices and initiatives, through HIV disease surveillance, tracking, monitoring and intervention. HAA monitors and develops the administration-wide budget for HIV/AIDS programs; coordinates all division work plans; directs all long and short range strategic fiscal planning; and, supervises the development, implementation and coordination of Districtwide HIV/AIDS policy recommendations and prevention initiatives.

The HIV/AIDS program supports the Citywide Strategic Priority area of Strengthening Children, Youth, Families and Individuals. The purpose of the program is to provide a comprehensive seamless system of care to persons living in the District and the Washington Eligible Area so they can minimize their chance of infection and live healthier lives.