Due to the public holidays that are coming up, the Centre will be closed on the following dates:
The African HIV Policy Network is wanting assistance from Africans living with HIV in the UK for a film being developed on HIV-related stigma among African communities.
They are working with a skilled former BBC film-maker, Angus Malcolm, who is researching the film on behalf of AHPN and the target audience for the film will be African communities, health and social workers, and key policy makers in the UK. (more…)
The latest edition of The Centre’s newsletter Centrepiece has been sent out to members and is available for download on the website.
Articles include:
Monday drop in a fantastic success
Build a Bear: ‘we had a fantastic time’
Farewell to old friends
Access for all - it’s the law
UK results of the Living with HIV Stigma Index 2009
Back in August, members of The HIV Support Centre took part in the Living with HIV Stigma Index survey. The initial results for the UK are:
In the year that has seen two people a week diagnosed with HIV in Northern Ireland, the HIV Support Centre, the leading HIV/AIDS charity in the province, is holding three events in conjunction with Belfast City Council, Armagh City and District Council, and Derry City Council to mark World AIDS Day. (more…)
June’s AGM saw the launch of The Centre’s new website. The new site is more visible, functional, and reflective of the organisation’s activities. You can keep up to date with what is happening in the Centre through The Centre’s News and Events Pages.
The site will now be updated in house making sure it contains the latest news and making it easier to develop the site further in the future. (more…)
NICVA presents The HIV Support Centre with a year’s free subscription to Grant Tracker.
Commenting on behalf of The Centre Maria Kinney, Business Development Manager said “Access to Grant Tracker will assist us greatly when it comes to researching and targeting potential funders. Our thanks to NICVA for their support.” (more…)
Councillor Tom Hartley
The Lord Mayor of Belfast has praised The HIV Support Centre for its commitment to raising awareness about HIV and AIDS.
Speaking during a visit to The Centre (more…)
A body which represents the four main churches in Londonderry has said it is keen to work with a HIV support group to raise awareness of the condition. (more…)
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HIV in the news
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Hospital admissions remain high amongst those with HIV
South Africa: Delayed drug registrations hard to swallow
International AIDS Society launches HIV research agenda for women and children
Viral load in early HIV infection predicted by that of transmitting partner
Beliefs about reduced infection risk on ART linked to STI risk
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