Women, HIV and stigma

Alisha OstbergBlog, living with HIV, stigma

The stigma associated with HIV has existed since the epidemic’s beginning. Stigma is a mark of disgrace, a characteristic of shame or dishonour. HIV stigma comes from a fear of the illness, becoming HIV positive, …

Alberta Positive Voices Conference

Alisha OstbergBlog, living with HIV, stigma

The Alberta Positive Voices Conference (APVC) is a bi-annual event that brings together people living with HIV/AIDS from across the province to learn about better health management and new advances in the pandemic while providing …