Come be part of us. We could not believe it when we put ourselves through a hard eligibility criteria through which one becomes a delegate of the AIDS Conference.
We had to have a person who was well trained in research work. Then, we were mobilised into a cohesive group of key informants with the task of reaching out to others. We did nit just reach out for sake of it! We had to align our work with the vision: refugee integration on local host communities; end to TB/HIV/Malaria by 2030 integrating COVID-19; Elimination of violence against women; adopting UN Observances to continue raising awareness and focus around quality life influences; strategic public health awareness, promotion and advocacy. We had to get down to it!
We are so thrilled that refugees can now be part of the AIDS 2020 Conference.
The AIDS 2020: Virtual conference is a gathering which will take place online and all the people have a common interest or background in eradicating HIV, TB and Malaria. This will allow them to meet one another and to learn about and discuss issues, ideas and work that focus on issues, themes and topics of mutual concern.
It is the world's largest conference on HIV/AIDS.
AIDS 2020: Virtual will be held on 6th July to 10th July 2020
Advocacy Network Africa-AdNetA, Nature Network Group, Most at Risk Populations Society in Uganda, Kangemi Refugee Self-help Community Group, Rainbow Networks Africa, Refugee Spectrum Empowerment Community, Wave of Legacy Alliance Initiative, Pride-Malaria Uganda, Centre For HIV Care, Prevention and Education Promotion, Online Trauma, Identity, Sexuality, Suicide Prevention Support Services, Marginalised Refugee Empowerment Programme Africa, The Ganda Cultural Troupe, PUK Shelter, Refugee Organization for Security and Co-operation in East Africa, Kakuma Prism Alliance, Refugee Action Initiative, Refugee Independence Support Organisation, well-wishers and other organizations provided support and voices that made this possible.
We were able to contribute the refugee voice to the science, policy and research.
We are bringing voices from Black LGBTIQQ Refugees, Black LGBTIQQ living with HIV, Young Black Youth anti- AIDS Activists, Anti-TB Champions integrating COVID-19 response, Elimination of violence against Women activists and end to TB, HIV and Malaria by 2030 Activists.
The benefits for the AIDS 2020: Virtual are many. It will provide round-the-clock access to the latest research, science and policy. All these will be accessible on your time and at your fingertips.
One will be able to view a daily 24 hour plenary speaker schedule.
Plenary sessions feature the world's most distinguished HIV scientists, policy specialists, and community leaders.
There will be a COVID-19 related information session too.
There are lots ways to get involved.
Remember this is a profile of resilience and breaking barriers.
Other numerous opportunities to utilize or gain:
No matter how experienced you are at your business, everyone can learn something new or teach others
It is an opportunity to network with peers because conferences provide a great opportunity to meet other people who are potential catalysts to further cohesion
Encounter new vendors and suppliers
Position yourself as an expert
Have fun
Get feedback on an early version of your latest work
Get to know other people in your field
Hear about the latest research
Improve your presentation and communication skills
Visit a new place and have fun
Meet your academic heroes
Engage in high-level debates and refine your ideas
Engage in activities about which you can add to your CV
Engage with thought leaders and innovators
Fresh perspective
So, be there!
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