On July 21, Life4me+ will host a charity run called “Living free with HIV” in Munich, leading up to the AIDS 2024 event. This run continues a series that started last October in Warsaw. The goal of the campaign is to promote a healthy lifestyle and fight against HIV stigma. In a few months, it […]
Elena Kiryushina, UNAIDS Youth and Gender Equality Officer, addresses the pressing issue of gender-based violence and its impact on HIV situation in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. With 70.4% of adult women in the region experiencing GBV and 52% facing physical abuse after an HIV diagnosis, she stresses the urgent need for action. “Putting people
Global Village is not only a place to share knowledge and experience, but also a space for inspiration and motivation. Each participant can find something interesting and useful for themselves, feel the support of the international community, and join the global efforts in the fight against HIV. Networking zones at Global Village are spaces for
In just 2 weeks, the international AIDS 2024 conference starts in Munich, providing a powerful platform where scientists, activists, social activists, medical professionals, and representatives of key communities from around the world will work together for 5 days. They are united by a common motivation to overcome the AIDS epidemic and a common approach that
Latsin Alijev, Chairman of the Board of the Estonian Network of People Living with HIV, and #BaltHUB Member shares his inspiring message. “Now that we have learned to test and treat HIV infection, provide support and care for people living with HIV – we are missing only one thing. Learn to live as human beings,
Armen Aghajanov, LGBT+ and HIV activist, emphasises the need to replace walls with bridges of understanding, solidarity, and support. “Let’s put people first because everyone deserves a life marked by dignity and opportunity.” Armen’s message highlights the importance of breaking down barriers and ensuring access to compassionate healthcare for all, especially the most vulnerable.Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA
Vera Ilyenkova, UNAIDS Key Populations & Community Engagement Adviser, emphasises the power of strong and united communities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Communities tackle inequalities and advocate for policy change by reducing antiretroviral prices, promoting human rights-based HIV services, and integrating peer consultants and social workers in public institutions. “#PutPeopleFirst means empowering communities to
Eleanora Hvazdziova, UNAIDS Regional Program Adviser highlights the need for a public health approach in Eastern Europe and Central Asia to ensure the most vulnerable have access to all services without discrimination. “Walls are not the answer. Let’s put people first!” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify the voices from and for Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Ganna Dovbakh, Executive Director at Eurasian Harm Reduction Association, network uniting 335 organizations and activists from 29 countries, highlights the importance of decriminalizing drug use and ensuring access to harm reduction services. “Putting people in jail is not an answer. Let’s put people first!” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify the voices from and for Eastern Europe
Meet Vladimir Dodon, Head of the “Therapeutic Community” department at “Positive Initiative” in Moldova. Living with HIV for 26 years, Vladimir shares his journey and the need for change: “Decriminalizing drug use, sex work, and HIV transmission is crucial. We must put people first.” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify voices from Eastern Europe and Central Asia.