Brighton and Hove to mark Zero HIV Stigma Day event
Brighton and Hove is hosting a community event to mark Zero HIV Stigma Day on July 21. The initiative aims to challenge negative perceptions through personal stories and provide information on HIV as a manageable health condition.
Why it matters
Public health initiatives that address stigma are crucial for improving the quality of life and healthcare outcomes for people living with HIV.
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Free event aims to challenge HIV stigma through personal stories <i>(Image: Supplied)</i>
Brighton and Hove is set to mark Zero HIV Stigma Day with a community event.
The event will take place in Jubilee Square on Tuesday, July 21, from 1pm to 2pm, and will feature personal stories from people living with HIV, shared by THT Positive Voices.
The event aims to tackle negative perceptions of living with HIV and will be hosted by performance artist Mary O’Kart.
Stigma Warriors from the Sussex Beacon will be present, offering crucial information about HIV and its associated stigma.
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