This year we commemorate World AIDS Day in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the devastation caused by the ongoing pandemic, we call on global policymakers and donors to not lose sight of their goal to end the HIV epidemic, which is entering its fifth decade and continues to disproportionately devastate our communities.
Prevalence, determinants & impact of suboptimal adherence to HIV medication in 25 countries
Modern antiretroviral therapy (ART) has improved the lives of people living with HIV (PLHIV) but currently requires daily adherence. We assessed prevalence and correlates of suboptimal adherence, and measured associations with self-reported health outcomes. Data were from web-based surveys of confirmed HIV+ adults on antiretroviral treatment within 25 countries during 2019
AIDS 2020 Webinars
GATE is hosting two webinars to discuss how AIDS 2002: Virtual will work, what to expect, and why it’s important for trans and gender diverse people to be actively engaged in the conference.
AIDS 2020
AIDS 2020 resources for trans, gender diverse & intersex communities, linking to key information and updates on trans-specific events.
AIDS 2020: Virtual – A supporting statement from the international civil society partners
As Civil Society partners of AIDS 2020, GATE, ICASO, ICW and IIHAC support the decision of the IAS, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, to host the 23rd International AIDS Conference virtually.
SIDA 2020 : Virtuel – Déclaration d’appui des partenaires de la société civile internationale
As Civil Society partners of AIDS 2020, GATE, ICASO, ICW and IIHAC support the decision of the IAS, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, to host the 23rd International AIDS Conference virtually.
World AIDS Day 2019 – Communities Make The Difference
On December 1st we commemorate World AIDS Day, to raise awareness around HIV and to remember and honor those who have died of AIDS-related illnesses. The theme for this year is Communities Make The Difference.
Announcement: GATE Hires Project Coordinator for “Trans Men and HIV”
GATE is implementing a global project on trans men and HIV, focused on strengthening and generating knowledge to further their engagement in the international HIV response.
Joint Statement: Selection of UNAIDS Executive Director
The HIV epidemic is far from over and the relevance, leadership and guidance of UNAIDS is ever more critical. ICASO and GATE recognize that a strong and effective UNAIDS is needed to ensure that HIV continues to be a global development priority and that sufficient resources are allocated to end the epidemic.
“Perspectives” of transgender women, delivered by cisgender scientists and researchers?
At the IAS 2019 Conference, one of the most disingenuous panels was the session titled “Perspectives of transgender women on HIV prevention and care”, featuring the voice of only one trans woman.