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📢Exciting Updates! The year 2023 was a strategic and fulfilling year for us in terms of our strategic program areas and projects in HIV/TB, Sexual Reproductive Health, Gender Based Violence, Mental Health, Community Health and Research, including influencing policy for health reforms. We celebrated our 20th anniversary of delivering health outcomes for Kenya and beyond, and unveiled our five-year strategic plan for 2022-2027. We initiated new strategic shifts, moving beyond the status quo to explore new frontiers with #BeyondHIV, #BeyondBorders, and a focus on #Sustainability. As we strive to meet our new strategic priorities, we are pleased to share our 2023/24 annual report. Here, you will find key achievements and innovative approaches towards fostering empowered, healthy, and resilient communities. Read more:  https://lnkd.in/dbg5wXZ5 Together, let us: - Improve STI and HIV/TB prevention and treatment - Enhance responses to #MentalHealth and #SRH - Reduce unintended pregnancies among adolescents and young people - Strengthen our efforts to end #GBV

Transgender individuals face higher HIV rates. Creating trans-affirming healthcare settings is vital for addressing HIV and related health disparities. Healthcare providers can access various resources to better understand transgender health needs and create inclusive environments. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/44X8kqj #TransHealth #HIVNexus #HealthEquity

#WorldSexualHealthDay reminds us of the need to create world where sexual health is optimized for ALL. Achieving this requires more than individual efforts—it’s about working alongside governments, the private sector, communities, and other key stakeholders to strengthen the entire healthcare ecosystem, bringing care closer to those who need it. Curious how? Our takeaways from last month's #AIDS2024 conference highlight how in the fight against HIV and common co-infections, we're not just tackling diseases — we're transforming healthcare.

New research by reveals a concerning link between community violence and HIV care engagement among Black gay and bisexual men. As we work to address community violence, it's crucial to consider its impact on health outcomes. Learn more about this study: tinyurl.com/Voisinetal2024 #CommunityViolence #PublicHealth

🔴 STOP! Do you know what today is? . Today marks National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Standing together to shed light on the ongoing challenges and disparities within the black community. Did you know that African Americans, though 13-14% of the U.S. population, account for around 42% of new HIV diagnoses? . Let’s use today to amplify awareness, break down stigmas, and advocate for equitable healthcare. 💪🏾❤️ . In addition to raising awareness, let’s empower each other with knowledge on safer sex practices – consistent condom use, regular testing, open communication, and understanding partner STI status are key to building a healthier community. . Together, we can bridge gaps and build a future with safer practices. 💫🌍 #NBHAAD #SaferSex #KnowledgeIsEmpowerment #StandAgainstDisparities #nationalblackhivaidsawarwnessday #hivawarenessandprevention #hivprevention @gileadsciences @glaad @dashawnusher @viivhealthcare @cdcgov @stophivtogether @stophivatl #hivadvocates

Join these powerful women leaders as they chat about #UequalsU and women on X-space. 🗓️ March 27th ⏰ 9:00 AM ET / 4:00 PM CAT 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d2hPk869 As #AIDS2024 approaches, how can #UequalsU amplify the voices of women living with HIV, and address their unique needs. #FutureWithCommunities#CommunitiesFirst

The STEPSSA 50_Plus Project has learnt that people aging with HIV continue to face a range of challenges which demand urgent attention. These include age-related health issues, stigma and discrimination, limited access to healthcare, inadequate psychosocial support, financial burdens, and mental health issues, among others. We must address these challenges head-on and work towards creating a more supportive and inclusive environment for people aging with HIV #AgingWithHIV #AgingWithValue #OPLHIV #MyLifeMatters

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚 𝐥𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲. This 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲⚕️, we give particular attention to our future: the youth. Prioritizing their health needs today means laying the foundation for a healthier tomorrow. This year’s theme, “𝗠𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, 𝗺𝘆 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁”, highlights how the youth should be able to make decisions about their own health and have access to safe and quality care free from any discrimination. It is important to empower young people to make informed decisions on their sexual and reproductive health and help improve their access to HIV services. Read this blog on how UNDP Philippines is helping build HIV and health literacy among young FIlipinos #worldhealthday2024 👇 https://lnkd.in/gjd-v7nN

We are disappointed by NICE’s draft decision not to recommend Cabotegravir long-acting (CAB-LA), an injectable PrEP option that could help increase #PrEP uptake among women, #Black African communities, and #marginalised communities. “CAB-LA has the potential to significantly benefit other groups, including women, homeless people, the prison population, transgender and gender diverse individuals, and others currently underserved by existing prevention options. These communities are known to be more likely to acquire HIV and to face barriers to healthcare and oral PrEP. CAB-LA provides a discreet, long-acting alternative that could help address these unmet needs.” Find out more in the HIV sector joint statement: https://lnkd.in/eiQuQdGg