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stories In a time of crisis, who you gonna call?

During the pandemic, many LGBT+ people – especially those with HIV – have experienced a double-edged exclusion and, in some cases, violence. Their options for help are limited.

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stories Pandemic perspectives on sex and survival in the city

In Ecuador, COVID-19 has devastated lives and livelihoods but sex workers have been excluded from government support.

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stories Remembering Sarah Middleton-Lee

Frontline AIDS is deeply saddened to learn of the death of former staff member, and our long term supporter and friend, Sarah Middleton-Lee.

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stories How to bust stigma during a pandemic

In Zambia, DZL has witnessed an increase in stigma and discrimination during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is redoubling its efforts to support communities who are marginalised and affected by HIV.

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stories Pride – it’s worth fighting for

This Pride Month we celebrate the achievements of three LGBT+ activists from the Frontline AIDS partnership. Each of them embodies and is the very definition of Pride. Read on and be inspired....

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stories Definition of Marcela: courageous and inspirational trans activist

After being thrown into prison in the 1980s, where she was beaten and humiliated, Marcela Romero became an activist and a human rights defender – standing up for the rights of trans people in her native Argentina....

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stories The importance of Pride in preventing HIV

Ret Sovann Punleu, 29, has been a gay man since he was 12 years old. Today, he is an outreach worker for a non-governmental organisation called Men’s Health Cambodia, which works on HIV prevention programmes for gay men and other men who have sex with men, and transgender women across the country....

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stories A day in the life of a quick-witted HIV peer supporter

Known for his quick wit and infectious laugh, Stephen is helping other...

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stories How to tackle COVID-19 and HIV stigma

When someone is judged, attacked or discriminated against because of who they are or what they do, the consequences can be far-reaching....

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stories Tales of resilience: a photo story from Ecuador

In Ecuador, one in three transgender people are living with HIV. Yet many...

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stories Young, gay and subjected to torture in Cameroon

Imagine being subjected to a forced anal examination against your will. You are forcefully taken to hospital by a police officer, made to undress and then suffer the shame and indignity of having your anus scrutinised for signs of sexual activity....

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stories Tauria’s story: from shame to strength

From childhood, Tauria Tauach Rijal from Mozambique faced hostility and social isolation due to their gender identity and expression. Experiences such as this drive LGBT people away from the services and support they need and increase their HIV risk. ...

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stories Remembering Wanjiku Kamau

Frontline AIDS is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Wanjiku Kamau....

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