Illinois HIV Care Connect Encourages Social Media Conversations in “Speaking Up About HIV Stigma” Campaign

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Illinois HIV Care Connect launched its “Speaking Up About HIV Stigma” campaign. The stigmatization of persons living with HIV persists today, despite prevention and treatment breakthroughs that have made “getting to zero” new HIV cases in Illinois a realistic goal.  The campaign features persons living with HIV speaking frankly about HIV stigma, how it has affected their lives, and what they believe needs to be done to overcome HIV stigma in society. Chris, Christian, Larry, Omari and Mike tell their stories, with more first-person testimonials to be added during the course of the campaign. Individuals wishing to add their voices on this topic can comment on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using @ILCareConnect #HIVStigma #SpeakingUp, or can complete a brief confidential survey about HIV stigma.  The campaign has special relevance during a time when many individuals living with HIV are also dealing with racial discrimination and the COVID-19 pandemic.

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