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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FeaturedWomen's Property and Inheritance Rights in the Context of HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa
This programme aimed to promote women's access to property and inheritance rights as a means to reduce vulnerabilities to and mitigate the impact of HIV.
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Women's StoriesLiving with HIV and Violence: Women of Ukraine Speak Out and Build Solidarity
In Ukraine, peer-support groups and the National Women’s Forum on HIV is bringing awareness, action and new beginnings for women survivors of violence living with HIV.
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In the NewsClimate Change and Drought in Lesotho Heightened HIV Risk in Girls
Adolescent girls exposed to severe drought conditions in rural Lesotho had higher rates of HIV, a new study by ICAP at Columbia University has found.
In the News
DREAMS Program Inspires Young Women in Namibia
The Ambassador of the United States of America to Namibia, Lisa Johnson, recently inspired young women to realize their full potential through an evidence-based programme intended to reduce new HIV infections among teens and young women.
HIV Non-disclosure Laws Perpetuate Social Injustices Against Women in Canada
Many women living with HIV have little knowledge of Canada's non-disclosure law, which contributes to increased HIV-related stigma, social injustices and vulnerability to violence for women living with HIV, argue Dr. Saara Greene and colleagues.
HIV Testing Consent Age Set for Review in Tanzania
With teenage girls increasingly being infected with HIV, Section 431 of the Tanzania HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Act will be revised to allow adolescent girls, aged 15 years and older, to undergo testing.
Recent Resource
In sub-Saharan Africa, adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) account for 74% of new HIV infections...
Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) are disproportionately affected by HIV, and can face...
This Comment uses data provided by Avenir Health from country-produced Spectrum files to better...