A GLOBAL EPIDEMIC. STIGMA (ST2011) ST2011 is a killer negative perception that infects those with low knowledge, making them so scared they discriminate against people who are different. Stigma is now targetting people living with HIV. Stigmatizaiton of HIV positive individuals scares everybody and prevents us from seeking information, treatment, counseling, and from leading healthy and productive lives. HIV-related stigma, like racism, homophobia, discrimination against women or any type of discriminatory attitude, has no place in the UN workplace. 1. EVERYONE. A working place where stigma and discrimination exist is not a healthy workplace. 2. PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV. By being rejected by stigma carriers, HIV positive individuals are forced to hide their status, miss out on life-saving treatment, counseling and other forms of support. 3. HIV NEGATIVE PEOPLE. If stigma persists, people are scared even to obtain information for themselves and for their family members. Without accurate information about HIV prevention, treatment and care, everyone is at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. If you are a carrier of stigma, there are treatments and cures: Attend UN Cares learning events available in your office. Visit the UN Cares website to find out more. Take home a copy of the UN Cares booklet and share it with your loved ones. Get acquainted with the UN Policies regarding HIV in the workplace. Support World AIDS Day events. Visit the UN Plus website and share it with colleagues and friends. Read the 10 key facts about HIV. NOW take our FREE DOWNLOADS to show everyone you are stigma-free!
Posted on: Sat, 06 Jul 2013 12:45:39 +0000
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