Stigma
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Date(s)
14 Oct 2020
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Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum 2020

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Wednesday, 14 October 2020

Opening Session - 14:00
14:00 ICT
Opening Words
Mark Nelson, MA, MBBS, FRCP
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital / Imperial College Medical School, United Kingdom
Nittaya Phanuphak, MD, PhD
Institute of HIV Research and Innovation in Bangkok, Thailand
14:05 ICT
How will Stigma Impact the 90-90-90 Goals
Adeeba Kamarulzaman, MBBS, FRACP, FAMM, FASc HonLLD Monash, DPMP
President and Pro Vice Chancellor, Monash University, Malaysia
14:20 ICT
U = U Science
Nittaya Phanuphak, MD, PhD
Institute of HIV Research and Innovation in Bangkok, Thailand
14:35 ICT
Q&A
Session 1: Impact of Stigma on U=U (part 1: Real World Voices) -
Chair
14:55 ICT
What U=U Means for a Person
Martin Choo, MMedSc
HowAIDS, Malaysia
15:05 ICT
Online Bullying when a PLHIV Advocates for U=U
Thitiwatt Sirasejtakorn
Pete Living with HIV, Thailand
15:15 ICT
Youth Perspectives on U=U Communications
Eddy Rudram
Youth LEAD, Thailand
15:25 ICT
U=U and Stigma in Transgender Community
Raine Cortes
Asia Pacific Transgender Network, Thailand
15:35 ICT
Discussion
Session 2: Impact of Stigma on U=U (part 2: Provider and Policy Maker Perspectives) -
Chair
Mark Nelson, MA, MBBS, FRCP
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital / Imperial College Medical School, United Kingdom
16:15 ICT
Stigma and ART Uptake and Retention in Asia-Pacific
Inad Quiñones Rendon
APCOM, Thailand
16:25 ICT
The Clinician
Chen Seong Wong, MBBS, MRCP(UK), FAMS
National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID); Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore
16:35 ICT
The Policy Maker
Do Huu Thuy, MD, MPH
Vietnam Authority of AIDS Control (VAAC), Ministry of Health, Vietnam
16:45 ICT
Discussion
Closing Remarks - 16:15
16:15 ICT
Closing Remarks
Mark Nelson, MA, MBBS, FRCP
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital / Imperial College Medical School, United Kingdom
Nittaya Phanuphak, MD, PhD
Institute of HIV Research and Innovation in Bangkok, Thailand
Overview

The Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum took place on 14 October 2020. It was a very successful edition with impressive talks and important lively discussions. The other two forums in 2020 were the Latin American Stigma & Discrimination Forum and the African Stigma & Discrimination Forum

As shown by the significant and increasing reports of cities and countries achieving the 90-90-90 targets and beyond for the majority, HIV is now a treatable infection. In the past few years, there have been advances not only in the efficacy of medication but as importantly, improvements in their toxicity profile and ease of administration, leading to greater adherence overall resulting in positive long term results.

However, large groups of individuals either still remain undiagnosed, or are diagnosed but do not seek care. Indeed, undiagnosed individuals form the greatest gap in our 90-90-90 targets. For there to be further improvements in our cascades of care, it is essential that these groups are targeted.

But why does this happen?
Undoubtedly, this issue has much to do with fear. Particularly the fear of testing, receiving a positive diagnosis and attending an HIV center, and the subsequent discrimination which either does or is perceived to occur.
Such fears result in unnecessary morbidity and mortality, particularly due to late diagnosis, along with an increased risk of transmission within the population.

Change is coming!
We are, however, striving to make a change and there are success stories!
Come and hear how you can challenge and be part of the solution to stigma and discrimination. Listen to stories of both success and failure from our experienced faculty.
The triumph of HIV treatment can only truly begin when we can succeed in improving testing and linkage to care. We are all beholden to take part in this challenge.

Program Director
Welcome from the Local Chair

In my capacity as the local chair, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum 2020!

Stigma is undermining every single effort each of us is making towards the goal of ending the HIV epidemic in this region. Learning how to recognize stigma and discrimination, discussing what works and what does not work to address them, and sharing how to scale-up best practices in the Asia-Pacific are crucial for all of us. Challenges need to be recognized and a concerted effort is needed now.

Looking forward to seeing you online.

Local Chair

General Information 

COVID-19 Update
The Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum 2020 took place virtually on14 October 2020.

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Learning Objectives
- Highlight the issues of stigma and discrimination in different settings and from different perspectives

- Summarize key strategies for the elimination of stigma and discrimination

- Strengthen the HIV care cascade in the Asian region, focusing on local solutions to fight stigma and discrimination

Practical Information 

Language
The official language of the forum was English.
Materials
Materials were shared digitally prior to the start of the forum.
Disclaimer
This forum is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The conference secretariat of this forum, Virology Education, cannot accept any liability for the scientific content of the sessions or for any claims which may result from the use of information or publications from this meeting. Virology Education disclaims all liability for injuries or losses of whatever nature incurred by individuals attending the forum.
Liability and Insurance
By registering for the forum, participants agree that the organizers do not accept responsibility for medical-, travel- or personal insurance. Participants are advised to take out their own insurance policies.
Photographs, Audio, and Video Recording
Photographs nor well as audio and video recordings are permitted at the official forum sessions. Only the official medical writer, appointed by the conference secretariat may make recordings. All presentations that we were granted permission for, will be posted on the forum website as soon as possible after the forum is finished, provided that the speaker has given permission to do so.
Support

This educational activity is supported by an independent educational grant from ViiV Healthcare.
ViiV Healthcare was not involved in the development of content or selection of faculty for this educational activity.

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Endorsers
Endorsers

The Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum is endorsed by the following societies and organizations. Their support and collaboration are key to the success of this workshop!

If you wish to become an endorser, please reach out to Rikke Rode at Rikke.Rode@amededu.com

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