HIV/AIDS and discrimination

Visual Aid 2.4.7: HIV/AIDS and discrimination

HIV/AIDS is a stigma and marginalises, because it is
·    associated with death  ·    linked to ‘wrong’ behavior ·    transmitted through sex, which is taboo ·    Fear since we do not know about it!
Note: People with HIV can be happy and healthy and productive! They just need to know and get the right treatment!
Source:http://www.avert.org/professionals/hiv-social-issues/stigmadiscrimination#sthash.PjzkzTMo.dpuf

Highlight that stigmatisation and marginalisation is inhuman. Highlight that it is critical to inform the community and families with HIV/AIDS members about HIV/AIDS, what it does and what it does not do. Also highlight that women with HIV/AIDS are often victims of discrimination and exclusion. Husbands and children are more likely to be taken care of by their family members, while women get excluded by family and community.

Visual Aid 2.4.8: Stigma and marginalisation

HIV/AIDS stigma leads to ·    discrimination ·    exclusion from community, family ·    lack of income and livelihood ·    loss of marriage and child bearing options ·    loss of self-esteem and self-worth ·    women in particular get stigmatised and excluded ·    increased poverty
Note: People fearing stigma do not test themselves This will further spread HIV!