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Meeting category
Date(s)
16 Jun 2021
Program Language
English
Meeting type
Virtual Meeting
Organizer
Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum 2021
Related Enduring Materials
Enduring Materials
Opening of the Forum -
Introduction - Status-Neutral Approach
Session 1: Status-Neutral Approach - The Role of PrEP -
Heather-Marie Schmidt, BMedSc (Hon), MPH, PhD
Heather-Marie Schmidt, BMedSc (Hon), MPH, PhD
Overcome Implementation Challenges - PrEP Programs
UNAIDS Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, Thailand and the Global HIV, Hepatitis and STIs Programme, World Health Organisation, Switzerland
Easy Access: What is Holding Providers and PrEP Users Back?
User Experiences With Prevention Programs
Panel Discussion: Impact of PrEP on Stigma & Discrimination
UNAIDS Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, Thailand and the Global HIV, Hepatitis and STIs Programme, World Health Organisation, Switzerland
Session 2: Status-Neutral Approach - The Role of Successful Therapy -
Overcome Implementation Challenges - U=U Programs
Hesitancy of the Provider to Implement/Communicate on U=U
Country Experience With the Rollout of U=U Strategies
Panel Discussion: Impact of U=U on Stigma & Discrimination
Overview
Welcome
The Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum 2021 took place on 16 June prior to APACC 2021 and it was fully virtual.
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
Local Chair and Co-chair
General Information
Unique Features
- Half-Day Forum
- Keynote Lectures
- Panel Discussion
- Audience Discussion
- Keynote Lectures
- Panel Discussion
- Audience Discussion
Meeting Objectives
The objectives of this workshop are to:
- Highlight the issues of stigma and discrimination in different settings and from different perspectives;
- Summarize key strategies for the elimination of stigma and discrimination; and
- Strengthen the HIV care cascade in the Asian region, focusing on local solutions to fight stigma and discrimination.
- Highlight the issues of stigma and discrimination in different settings and from different perspectives;
- Summarize key strategies for the elimination of stigma and discrimination; and
- Strengthen the HIV care cascade in the Asian region, focusing on local solutions to fight stigma and discrimination.
Practical Information
Certificate of Attendance
A digital certificate of attendance will be sent to participants after successfully completing the forum and post-meeting survey.
Language
The official language of the forum is English.
Enduring Materials
Enduring materials will be available here shortly after the conclusion of the workshop.
Disclaimer
This forum is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The Organizing 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 forum. 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, audio, and video recordings are not permitted at the official forum sessions. Only the official medical writer appointed by the organization may make recordings. All presentations will be posted here as soon as possible after the forum is finished, provided the speaker has given permission to do so.
Support
Acknowledgment
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.
Endorsers
The Asian Stigma & Discrimination Forum 2021 is endorsed by the following societies and organizations. Their support and collaboration are key to the success of this forum.
If you would like your organization to endorse this forum, please contact Lara da Silva Miguel at Lara@amededu.com.
Media
Resources
This year, this meeting will focus on the Status-Neutral Approach in HIV treatment and care. Dive into this topic with Dr. Nittaya Phanuphak, the Co-Chair of the forum meeting and lead author of the paper "Implementing a Status-Neutral Approach to HIV in the Asia-Pacific." She will discuss the importance of advancing the implementation of U=U and PrEP strategies.
Read the full article >> https://rdcu.be/cgZQx
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