We've always made it a priority to fund associations of people living with HIV and AIDS. These are the activists — courageous women and men who have publicly disclosed their status and work tirelessly to educate their peers about HIV prevention, treatment and care. In the face of severe stigma and discrimination, they are living publicly with the virus and are pushing for increased funding for AIDS and greater access to treatment and care. Their example of positive living encourages others to get tested, seek medical help and speak openly about their status.
Join the Campaign and support positive living associations.
Within the next five years, we will:
- Support at least one vibrant national organization of people living with HIV and AIDS in each country in which we fund.
- Create a continent-wide network of HIV-positive activists and community leaders (at least half of them women) to amplify the voices of those speaking out against stigma and discrimination.
STEPHEN LEWIS: POSITIVE LIVING
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In a country where one in three people is living with HIV, Swaziland Positive Living (SWAPOL) has become a major force for change. SWAPOL works in rural areas to counsel and educate the public about HIV. At their Neighbourhood Care Points, they provide daily meals to vulnerable children and distribute seeds, tools and supplies to families. SWAPOL is a vocal advocate for universal access to treatment and currently supports over 4,500 HIV-positive clients in 46 communities with food baskets, counselling, and regular home-visits. |
Learn more about how community-based organizations are turning the tide of AIDS in Africa by reading our newsletter and visiting the What We Do section.