As STI rates rise and global funding falls, the path forward lies in local leadership, new funding models, inclusive policymaking, and smart integration. In data presented at the STI & HIV World Congress by AVAC and Impact Global Health, a 127% growth in STI R&D funding between 2018 and 2023 from $96m to $218m was promising, but overly dependent on US governments. This growth is likely not sustainable given recent shifts in US policies, and developers, funders, advocates, and other stakeholders must stay accountable to ensure new tools are community-centered and truly address prevention, detection, and treatment needs.
Global R&D Funding for HIV and STIs
The Need for Centering LMIC Accessibility in Funding Efforts
HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Policies Worldwide
An analysis presented at IAS2024, HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Policies Worldwide, by the Georgetown University Center for Global Health Policy & Politics has found 69% of 194 countries reviewed have approved at least one PrEP product. But only 52% of the countries reviewed follow WHO guidance on PrEP eligibility with regulatory approvals and national policies that support PrEP eligibility for all populations or people at risk.
Call for Applications for AVAC Advocacy Fellows
A flyer to share with your networks encouraging qualified applicants to reach out. More information about the AVAC Advocacy Fellows program available at avac.org/fellows.
Ugandan Service Provider Perspectives on the WHO Recommendation on Hormonal Contraceptives and HIV Risk
This abstract poster, developed by 2012 AVAC Advocacy Fellow Lydia Mulwanyi-Mukombe and her Host, Lillian Mworeko, describes key findings from consultations with Uganda service providers. It reports how providers were planning to use the new WHO guidance and makes recommendations for how to protect and inform women in light of the potential HIV risk associated with hormonal contraceptive use.
Taking it to the Streets: Engaging in-country stakeholders to plan for possible PrEP implementation
A poster presentation that goes through the steps advocates need to prepare their local community for PrEP.