Aliaksandr Davidzenka, UNAIDS Belarus Country Director, highlights the challenge of keeping the HIV epidemic under control by eradicating stigma and discrimination against vulnerable groups. “Putting people first means guaranteeing access to essential services for all.” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify voices from Eastern Europe and Central Asia. #AIDS2024 Learn more about #EECAatAIDS2024 at: aids2024.virusoff.info Follow our […]
Daniel Kashnitsky, Postdoctoral Researcher at Cermes3, Paris Cité University, and Academic Relations Coordinator for the Regional Expert Group on Migration and Health, highlights the critical need to prioritize the health of migrants and refugees. “Few governments are doing enough to protect migrant health. We have a long way to go. Migrant lives matter! #PutPeopleFirst” Join
Anna Koshikova, Executive Director at Eurasian Movement for the Right to Health in Prisons, stresses the need for equitable access to HIV services for incarcerated individuals to #PutPeopleFirst. “Today, people in prisons of Eastern Europe and Central Asia lack full access to HIV, OAT, and harm reduction services. Prison walls should not limit access to
Tetiana Deshko, Director of International Programs at Alliance for Public Health, Ukraine, emphasizes the importance of prioritizing people to end epidemics. She highlights the need for decentralization, integrated services, and digitalization. “Put People First means bringing services closer to people through integration and one-stop-shop approaches. With growing screen time, digitalization is key. #PutPeopleFirst“ Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA
Christine Stegling, UNAIDS Deputy Executive Director, emphasizes the urgency of addressing financial challenges and human rights policies to end AIDS in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. “Solidarity between communities and internationally is crucial for the region to succeed in the HIV response. Thank you to everyone involved for your support and commitment to addressing the
Evgenia Korotkova, Board member of Eurasian Women’s Network on AIDS, emphasizes the need for active steps to end violence, marginalization, criminalization, and rights violations against women living with HIV and key populations. “To #PutWomenFirst means taking political leadership to address gender inequality, protecting civil society space in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, and stopping attacks
Charos Maksudova, UNAIDS Uzbekistan Country Director, emphasizes the importance of access to HIV services for all, particularly key populations and stigmatized groups. Despite facing the third largest regional HIV epidemic, Uzbekistan is strengthening its political and financial commitment to HIV response. “Putting people first means no one is left behind. Ensuring access without fear or discrimination
Maka Gogia, Programs Director at Georgian Harm Reduction Network, stresses the importance of prioritizing HIV service delivery by the government. “Put the people first means creating an environment where stigmatized and marginalized populations can easily access HIV services, and comprehensive services are acceptable to all.” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify voices from Eastern Europe and Central
Aliya Bokazhanova, Acting Director of UNAIDS Kazakhstan, highlights the urgent need to support community organizations. Despite 92% government funding, new HIV cases are increasing, especially among gay men and people who use drugs, alongside a rise in synthetic drug use. Strengthening outreach efforts is critical. “By putting people first and empowering community organizations, we can
Hripsime Kizogyan, Researcher and Executive Director of Pink Armenia, emphasizes the importance of prioritizing comprehensive human rights and inclusive solutions. “Putting people first means ensuring inclusion for LGBTQI+ individuals and people living with HIV. Community-driven activities are essential to address the needs of all.” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify voices from Eastern Europe and Central Asia.