LFA: See Local Fund Agent.

LFA: See Logical Framework Analysis.

Latex: The type of rubber from which most condoms are made.

Latency: The period between contracting a disease and showing symptoms. Similar to an incubation period.

Lesbians: Women who are sexually attracted to other women.

Life skills: Refers to a group of psychosocial and interpersonal skills that equips people with the ability to make informed decisions, communicate effectively, and develop coping and self-management skills. Knowledge of various life skills can help people live healthy and productive lives.

Local Fund Agent (LFA): An agency or organization that evaluates the capacity of the recipients of funds, such as those distributed by the GFATM, to use the funds properly.

Logical Framework Analysis (LFA): A participatory planning process that results in a matrix that describes and differentiates objectives on different levels. The matrix can subsequently be used to manage, monitor and evaluate programmes.

Lymphocyte: A type of while blood cell.