The Global HIV Collaborative was formed in 2021 by Naz with the specific aim of improving HIV-related health outcomes for Black communities on an international scale. By bringing together voices at every level, from community-led organisations and faith leaders, researchers and scientists, and policy-makers to business leaders, we aim to create a shared pool of knowledge that benefits us all — and then use that knowledge to make real, long-term change.
There is no doubt that the global response to the HIV epidemic is one of public health’s success stories. Over the last five decades, we have made tremendous progress in HIV research, awareness, and treatment, and are on the way to eradicating HIV in our lifetime. However, not all communities are benefiting from global progress, and we must do more to address the underlying structural inequalities that significantly contribute to poor health and wellbeing outcomes in Black communities.
For too long, Black communities have been ignored and overlooked in the fight against HIV. Not only are the health disparities Black communities experience a social justice issue, but they're also a human rights issue. The UNAIDS 2030 target to reach zero onward HIV transmissions will only be met if countries bring Black communities with them in the fight to end the HIV epidemic.
The next 10 years are pivotal to change the outcomes for Black communities living or impacted by HIV. The Global HIV Collaborative aims to highlight this disproportional impact and how we can mobilise as a community and give a voice to Black communities marginalised by it.
At the Global HIV Collaborative, we believe it’s time to make a change — and make it now. There can be no compromise on health equality for Black communities.
We won’t accept half-measures. We need results.
