Archive for the ‘News’ Category
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Due to the public holidays that are coming up, the Centre will be closed on the following dates:
- 17 March 2010 - St Patrick’s Day
- 2 April 2010 - Good Friday
- 5 April 2010 - Easter Monday
- 6 April 2010 - Easter Tuesday
- 3 May 2010 - early May bank holiday
- 31 May 2010 - Spring bank holiday
Tags: closure, HIV Support Centre, public holidays
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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
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…)
Tags: African HIV Policy Network, Africans, films, HIV, HIV-related stigma, stigma
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Friday, February 19th, 2010
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
Tags: "Living with HIV Stigma Index", Belfast, newsletter, Seacht, The HIV Support Centre, UK Results Living with HIV Stigma Index
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Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
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:
- 84% of people living with HIV are supported by other people living with HIV
- 60% are not sure if their medical records are being kept confidential
- 46% reported that their rights may have been abused in some way over the last year
- 45% of people living with HIV have challenged, confronted, or educated somone who was stigmatizing them.
- 31% have not had a consstructive conversation with a health care professional about their reproductive health, sexual relationships, drug-use, and emotional well-being. (more…)
Tags: AIDS, HIV, Living with Stigma, Living with Stigma Index, Northern Ireland, The HIV Support Centre, UK Results Living with HIV Stigma Index, UN AIDS
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Friday, November 27th, 2009
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…)
Tags: AIDS, Armagh, Armagh City & District Council, balloons, Belfast, Belfast City Council, Derry, Derry City Council, HIV, Londonderry, red ribbon, Springboard, Springboard Youth Group, World Aids Day
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Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
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…)
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Monday, May 18th, 2009
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…)
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Monday, May 18th, 2009

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…)
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Monday, May 18th, 2009
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
Pressure growing on wealthy nations for clear signal on long-term funds for HIV
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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