October 21, 2024
This week our Advocacy Chronicles podcast casts a spotlight on the state of HIV prevention among Black people in the US and particularly, the dismal statistics on access to PrEP in Black communities. It features Danielle Campbell, one of the founders of PrEP In Black America (PIBA) and a long-time advocate for HIV prevention and health equity. The episode explores the tactics that have led PIBA to quickly rise as a powerhouse advocacy group by bringing together communities and government to find solutions that improve the US HIV response.
For more on PrEP in Black America and the issues Danielle covered in our podcast, tune in to a webinar today and a town hall conversation Wednesday. Details are below. And read on for additional upcoming AVAC and partner events.
New Podcast
In this episode of the Advocacy Chronicles, AVAC’s Manju Chatani speaks with PrEP in Black America (PIBA) co-founder, Danielle Campbell, who discusses PIBA’s call to action for an HIV research agenda that prioritizes the needs of Black communities.
Webinar
From Promise to Progress: Overcoming barriers to long-acting PrEP uptake among Black gay men
October 21, 2024 @ 09:00am EDT
This webinar hosted by GBGMC and partners will delve into the challenges preventing Black gay men from accessing and adopting long-acting PrEP.
Town Hall
Restrategizing Civil Society Engagement for Pandemic and Global Governance
October 23, 2024 @ 11:00am EDT
Join PIBA and partners to discuss the status of PrEP in Black communities in Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee.
Upcoming Webinars
Integrating HIV and PrEP Services in US Correctional Facilities
October 24, 2024 @ 9:00am EDT
This webinar, hosted by The Choice Agenda, will explore the integration of HIV prevention and PrEP services in diverse US correctional settings and during the critical period following release. It will also highlight innovative HIV status-neutral approaches, fostering holistic and comprehensive HIV care, treatment, and prevention services in these settings.
Launch of the CIFF/Global Fund Initiative for the PrEP Ring
October 30, 2024 @ 09:00am EDT
Join AVAC and partners for the launch of the PrEP Ring Early Market Access Vehicle (EMAV), recently announced by CIFF in partnership with the Global Fund. This initiative will provide up to US$2 million to purchase up to 150,000 dapivirine vaginal rings in countries implementing Global Fund HIV grants.
An Update on the STI R&D Pipeline and Investments
November 14, 2024 @ 08:00am EDT
Join AVAC and Policy Cures for a webinar on the current STI R&D pipeline. Discussion will feature leading experts sharing the latest advancements in STI diagnostics and treatments, discussing their potential impact on public health and where investments stand.