The Bottom Line in HIV Prevention… Rectal Microbicides

“The Bottom Line in HIV Prevention… Rectal Microbicides” was presented by Jim Pickett at the 22nd Annual Illinois HIV/STD Conference, October 16, 2013. This presentation provides introductory information on rectal microbicides as an HIV prevention strategy.

Africa Needs Safe and Accessible Lube Today; Rectal Microbicides Tomorrow

“Africa Needs Safe and Accessible Lube Today; Rectal Microbicides Tomorrow” was presented by Cindra Feuer (AVAC) and Jim Pickett (IRMA) at the AMSHeR pre-conference at ICASA 2013 in Cape Town, South Africa. The presentation includes a discussion on the WHO prevention guidelines; and updates on PrEP and rectal microbicides.

Biomedical Prevention and Anal Sex

Cindra Feuer (AVAC) and Jim Pickett (IRMA) presented at AMSHeR’s 2-day Sexual Health and Rights Institute, which was held in December 2013 prior to ICASA 2013 in Cape Town, South Africa. The presentation included an update on biomedical ARV-based prevention and advocacy and rectal microbicide research and advocacy.

MTN-017 Trial Launch Webinar

Be the Generation Bridge and International Rectal Microbicide Advocates (IRMA) hosted a webinar to mark the launch of MTN-017, the first-ever phase II safety study of a rectal microbicide. Ross D. Cranston, MD, of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and co-leader of MTN-017, presented on the trial details, followed by Jim Pickett of IRMA who presented on the community engagement activities undertaken in support of the trial.

GPP Overview Presentation

An AVAC PowerPoint presentation from February 2012 outlining basic information about the Good Participatory Practice guidelines including history of development, structure, and participatory practices.

Advocacy in Action: The Basics in Building Advocacy Campaigns Around HIV Prevention Research

The PowerPoint discusses the goals of advocacy in HIV prevention research.  The PowerPoint can be used to remind advocates of their passion or to explain what HIV prevention advocacy is for individuals new to the field.