In this document, we look at the actions we are taking and those that as a field we all need to take to transform prevention “options” developed through research into prevention “choices” for people that can save lives and help end epidemics. This work is critical, and it is shared – just as we developed our strategic plan and EDI statement in partnership with so many, so too will we move this work forward, together.
Advocate, Translate, Catalyze: For HIV prevention and health equity
Global Investment in HIV Cure Research and Development in 2020
In 2014, the HIV Vaccines and Microbicides Resource Tracking Working Group and AVAC began a collaboration with the International AIDS Society’s (IAS) Towards an HIV Cure initiative. AVAC, Treatment Action Group (TAG) and the IAS brought together a group to review and allocate grants towards HIV cure research and analyze data on global funding. The working group released a report in July 2021, Global Investment in HIV Cure Research and Development in 2020.
Access to the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring: A timeline on progress
This infographic shows the timeline of progress for end user access to Dapivirine Vaginal Ring.
Undetectable = Untransmittable Resources
This website from the Prevention Access Campaign is filled with links to the latest information on Undetectable = Untransmittable as well as other pertinent documents and resources.
Where Is PEPFAR’s Strategy for Key Populations?
This document from Health GAP’s PEPFAR Watch is a community analysis of the success and challenges of PEPFAR’s Key Population program and recommendations for the next PEPFAR Ambassador.
Seven Global Civil Society Priorities for the 2021-2025 President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Strategy
As the largest funder of HIV/AIDS programming in the world, PEPFAR has the power and opportunity to move the dial. A large number of AVAC partners and other civil society organizations in Eastern and Southern Africa heard the call for comments and suggestions for the new strategy—and responded here with seven key priorities.
Tips to Approach Host Organization
A strong working relationship between a Fellow and Host Supervisor is instrumental to a successful fellowship. Fellows can be hosted by an employer or organization where they volunteer, or for an organization that aligns with project goals. This checklist supports applicants who are reaching out to prospective Host Organizations.
PEPFAR-Funded PrEP and VMMC Services in 14 Priority Countries
This infographic shows that PEPFAR’s increased investment and creation of a budget code resulted in improved scale-up of VMMC (VMMC). A budget code could have the same impact if applied to PrEP initiations.
Illustrated Glossary for Long-Acting Technologies
Language is important and how affected communities become familiarized with the technical aspects in emerging fields, such as nanomedicines to treat HIV, hepatitis C virus, TB and malaria, is an essential part of meaningful, equitable engagement in early stage science. The Illustrated Glossary for Long-Acting Technologies compiles frequent terms and concepts used in the research and development of long-acting technologies. The glossary is a non-exhaustive list and the graphics are artistic renderings meant to spur discussion and assist with community treatment literacy.
2021 Pipeline Report
The Treatment Action Group Pipeline Report provides an overview of research and development of innovations for diagnosing, preventing, treating, and curing HIV, hepatitis C virus (HCV) and tuberculosis (TB).
Read the report on the Treatment Action Group website.