Why are we fundraising for World AIDS Day?

Since 1988, communities have stood together on World AIDS Day to show strength and solidarity against HIV stigma and to remember lives lost.

In the UK, more than 105,000 people are living with HIV. Globally, an estimated 38 million people live with the virus. More than 35 million people have died of HIV or AIDS related illnesses over the past 40 years, making it one of the most destructive pandemics in history.

Medical advances mean people with HIV in the UK can expect a long and healthy life and that we have the tools to stop HIV transmissions for good. But HIV continues to be highly stigmatised and misunderstood. The National AIDS Trust, the UK’s HIV rights charity, are contacted weekly by people experiencing discrimination because of HIV, including in work, education, housing and even healthcare.

World AIDS Day exists to shine a light on the real experiences of people living with HIV today, while celebrating the strength, resilience and diversity of the communities most affected. It is a moment to inspire the leadership needed to create a future where HIV doesn’t stand in the way of anyone’s life.

With your donation, the National AIDS Trust will work to:

• Stop new HIV transmissions by 2030, holding the government accountable for delivering on its commitments in the HIV Action Plan;

• ensure everyone understands HIV, knows their status and can prevent transmission;

• stand up for marginalised groups and shine a light on those who are often outside the main focus of HIV work, and representing everyone in our diverse community;

• protect basic human rights including access to healthcare, in order to achieve health equality, social justice, and a life free from stigma and discrimination.

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