HIV Advocates is a global initiative to share news, experiences, strategies and new tools that will energize human rights movements and communities fighting HIV/AIDS.
Both veteran activists and those new to the fight - will be encouraged to explore the power of social media and new ways of collaboration to end HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination.
This initiative is supported by Levi Strauss Foundation and powered by B-Change Foundation.
Existing ToolsThe world wide web and social media is overflowing with resources for the 21st Century advocate. We present our carefully selected tolkit will help your organisation amplify its efforts.
(Prepared by international civil society in Oslo, Norway on 13th February 2012)
The final report of the Global Commission on HIV and the Law presents a coherent and compelling evidence base on human rights and legal issues relating to HIV.
Advocacy StoriesOur community partners share their experience on their journey towards a world without AIDS. Video, text and pictures illustrate lessons learned that can help your organisation map out its road to positive social change. Upload your own stories and help others along the way.
On July 20, 2012, LSF convened community partners representing 45 organizations from 20 countries for a one-day Advocacy[2.0] Summit in Washington DC. The Summit was an opportunity to strengthen the network of HIV/AIDS advocates, share ideas and experiences as well as learn new skills.
Achieving social change by working with mobilising communities to speak for themselves, through empowerment and organisation.
In Mexico City, a group of journalists, lawyers, and activists is contesting HIV-related stigma in the realms of the law and public perception thru an innovative use of media advocacy and legal assistance to PLHIVs and sexual minorities.
In Buenos Aires, a lawyer named Gabriela Vasquez was able to establish an HIV prevention program in a detention unit with 700 males with the help of the most improbable of allies - the security guards.
Advocacy CalendarAn open-source diary of events, campaigns and activities related to social justice and the fight to end AIDS. A free widget is available allowing organisations and individuals to embed this calendar on their websites.
