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Reddress is an act or process meant to correct a situation involving the violation of a right. It could be to address a past injury or violation, or to prevent future harm. Redress is usually obtained through the courts, although there are some out-of-court mechanisms that could also result in redress. Download this publication |
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Tackling S&D for improved HIV prevention and treatment is particularly critical in GMR countries of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), Myanmar and Thailand, given that the epidemic is concentrated and growing amongst groups who face not only HIV-related S&D, but also the underlying and HIV-associated stigmas of sex work, drug use, gender identity, and same-sex relationships. Download this publication |
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This study was carried out by the Association of people living with HIV & AIDS (APLHIV) in Pakistan. The main objective of the Association is to give the people living with HIV and AIDS a platform to raise a common voice for their rights and to contribute to the national response by spreading awareness. Through leadership in advocacy, policy education and prevention, the Association of PLHIV strives to minimize the adverse personal and social effects of stigma and discrimination towards HIV-Positive people. By championing the participation of HIV-Positive people at all level of the national HIV and AIDS response, the Association aims to build positive future for positive people and to stop further spread of this epidemic. Download this publication |
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In this report, we present the results of the People Living with HIV (PLHIV) Stigma Index Survey conducted in Lao P.D.R. from October 2011-February 2012. Through these results, we aim to shed light on the HIV-related stigma and discrimination situation in the country, contribute to the exploration of the large biosocial mechanisms that affect stigma and the epidemic, and propose comprehensive interventions to battle HIV-related stigma and discrimination. Download this publication |
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The Fiji Network for People Living with HIV AIDS (FJM+) hereby submits this report to the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) on the results of the People Living with HIV Stigma Index conducted in the Fiji Islands in 2010. This submission is based on interviews conducted in Suva and Lautoka on the Island of Viti Levu and in Labasa on the Island of Vanua Levu. The conduct of this study required and achieved the approval of the Fiji National Research Ethics Review Committee. This final report follows the preliminary report submitted on the 14th January 2010. Download this publication |
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Research conducted by Bangladesh’s International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (ICDDR,B) has underscored a number of problematic areas for persons living with HIV (PLHIV), in particular the need to address societal stigma and subsequent discrimination directed at two groups: PLHIV and their health care providers. This study advances prior research with an attempt to do cument stigma and discrimination both quantitatively using the Stigma Index and qualitatively using focused, in-depth interviews experienced by the PLHIV in Bangladesh . Download this publication |
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This research study on index of stigma and discrimination against HIV-positive people was aimed to promote and support the advocacy of human rights issues in Thailand. It was implemented by the Thai Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS (TNP+) and supported by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). The research team comprises lecturers from the Faculty of Arts, Ubon Ratchathani University and 13 members of HIV-positive networks from all regions of Thailand. The preparatory process began in February 2009. A total of 233 respondents were recruited, of whom 148 were women, 57 were men and 28 were of other sexual diversity. The data collection process was completed in June 2009. The initial analysis was presented to members of all the 7 positive networks at regional assemblies during September 2009 – January 2010. Download this publication |
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HIV-related stigma is recognized both globally and in Viet Nam as a primary barrier to addressing prevention and care issues and ensuring access to essential services. The global Stigma Index study was designed to address the need for a quantitative recording and analysis of the different levels and types of stigma, as well as changes in trends and with time, to inform evidence-based policy and programmes. The process of conducting the Stigma Index is as important as the result: the survey is conducted “by PLHIV, for PLHIV”. Download this publication |
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Despite great strides being made in the area of prevention of HIV/AIDS and in the treatment and care of people living with HIV (PLHIV) through innovative programming and inclusive policies, large numbers of PLHIV in India still have to live with reality of stigma and discrimination faced in multiple settings. Download this publication |
