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What difference does dressing in black make?
On 26 July at the International AIDS Conference in Amsterdam, there was a marked change in colour at the Interfaith Networking Zone. It was Thursday, and from morning prayers to the evening informal networking, the theme was “black”.
Video: "Building bridges: A word of prayer"
As the 2018 International AIDS Conference draws to a close, we look ahead to see what faith-based contributions may bring to a coordinated HIV response - working for increased access to HIV testing, treatment and care, promoting human rights, eliminating stigma and discrimination - and the building of bridges.
Faith groups challenged to overcome world’s HIV complacency
Every two years, the International AIDS Conference provides scientists with a venue to announce new discoveries in how HIV is diagnosed and treated. This year, the 23-27 July conference, held in Amsterdam, was no exception.
Working toward an AIDS-free generation
Faith-based organizations have been at the forefront of calls to accelerate HIV testing and treatment for children and adolescents. As gaps in infection and treatment between adults and children have become more apparent, there are now more concerted efforts to “super fast-track” services for children. But will they be enough?
Building bridges of faith in the HIV response
A symbolic bridge, carefully constructed over a two-day interfaith conference, connects an interfaith networking zone with a space shared with the World Health Organization (WHO), UNAIDS and Unitaid at the Global Village of the International AIDS Conference 2018. Beyond the symbolism, faith-based organizations have been demonstrating efforts at “overcoming barriers, building bridges,” the theme of this 22nd conference addressing the global response to HIV.