Gender Equality And HIV/AIDS
Comprehensive Web Portal for Gender Equality Dimensions of the HIV/AIDS Epidemic
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Explore our site to find valuable resources, cutting-edge research, and breaking news on the gender equality dimensions of HIV and AIDS. This site aims to promote understanding, knowledge sharing and action on the gender-based inequalities propelling the HIV epidemic.
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What's NewWhat Women Want: Demands for Quality Healthcare for Women and Girls
The What Women Want campaign is reaching out to 1 million women and girls worldwide on their top priority for quality maternal, reproductive and sexual health care.
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Women's StoriesLiving with HIV and Violence: Women of Ukraine Speak Out and Build Solidarity
Peer-support groups and the National Women’s Forum on HIV, supported by UN Women is bringing awareness, action and new beginnings for women survivors of violence living with HIV. -
In the NewsIt's Not Just HIV Stigma for Women Living with HIV
A study in the U.S. found that women living with HIV perceive many forms of stigma in addition to HIV-related stigma, such as stigma related to gender, race and poverty.
In the News
Women Living with HIV Address Stigma and Discrimination
Women living with HIV in Ghana who serve as paralegals in their communities shared their concerns about the stigmatization women face due to HIV.
Young Women and Girls Need A Seat at the Table to Stop New HIV Infections
An event held during the European Union Development Days (EDD) discussed the importance of young women's participation in decision-making processes, education and access to health care to prevent new infections.
Addressing the Psycho-Social Impact of HIV on Young Women and Girls
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation Nigeria emphasized the need to create safe spaces allowing young women to express psycho-social issues they face around HIV, such as low confidence and inability to negotiate safer sex.
Recent Resource
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This community-led study in Malawi, Uganda and Zambia sought to understand the factors that...
This updated guidance promotes health and well-being, respect for human rights and gender equality...