Angela Frolov, Director at GENDERDOC-M in Moldova, shares her personal perspective on the impact of HIV. She highlights the critical issue of ignorance about HIV transmission and emphasizes the importance of putting people first. “People are not just numbers in medical records. They have desires, plans, and loved ones. That’s why people should be first.” […]
Meet Valeriia Rachynska, Director of Human Rights, Gender and Communities Development Department at 100% LIFE. Valeriia emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the needs of patients and community-led initiatives in funding decisions. “Break the walls for the communities on the way to fundings of our community-led initiatives. Put people first.” Join the #PutPeopleFirstEECA movement and amplify
Eamonn Murphy, UNAIDS Regional Director for Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, emphasizes the jeopardizing impact of human rights pushback on the HIV response in EECA. “If people are pushed underground, the HIV response will not succeed. Leave no one behind, especially in times of crisis.” With a 49% increase in new HIV cases, supporting
Civil liberties and human health must remain high on the public and political agenda; this is the only way to truly ensure the sustainable and equitable development of societies. Walls are not the answer. #PutPeopleFirst! Ahead of AIDS 2024 and as part of the regional #PutPeopleFirstEECA campaign, VirusOff is launching a series of materials on
Dr. Alex Schneider, Chair of Life4me+, shares his perspective on prioritizing human rights in the fight against HIV. “Put people first for me means prioritizing human rights and implementing innovative approaches to address HIV. Nowadays, it is crucial to focus on inclusive and sustainable HIV programs that ensure no one is left behind,” – Alex
Meerim Sarybaeva, UNAIDS Kyrgyzstan Country Director, discusses the significant strides Kyrgyzstan has made in HIV response, including vibrant civil society initiatives, HIV Testing and Counseling, PrEP, self-testing, peer support groups, social contracting, and service decentralization. However, recent political changes, growing conservatism, and shrinking civic space threaten these achievements. “Prioritizing people’s needs, protecting their health rights,
Denis Godlevskiy, Regional Coordinator at International Treatment Preparedness Coalition in Eastern Europe and Central Asia (ITPC EECA), emphasizes the need for human rights-based laws in the region. “Laws should help those most in need and vulnerable, ensuring treatments and diagnostics are timely, accessible, and affordable.” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify voices from Eastern Europe and Central
Volodymyr Tsymbaliuk, Head of Board at VirusOff Online Platform, emphasizes the need to prioritize people in the fight against HIV. “We need to Put People First to tackle stigma, discrimination, and improve treatment access. Innovative approaches are crucial for improving quality of life and reducing new infections.” Join #PutPeopleFirstEECA and amplify voices from Eastern Europe
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
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