Stigma and Discrimination

HIV discrimination is now illegal, yet it still exists. Ignorance about how HIV is transmitted as well as homophobia, racism and xenophobia combine to make HIV an extremely stigmatised condition. People living with HIV often experience prejudice and discrimination at their place of work, in accessing healthcare, in the media and among friends and relatives.

NAT aims to eradicate HIV stigma and discrimination by:

• Campaigning for better legal protection against HIV-related discrimination
• Challenging national policies that discriminate against people affected by HIV
• Developing awareness campaigns and producing materials that change people's attitudes and behaviour

If you have experienced discrimination as a result of your HIV status, tell us about your experiences and help us to ensure that this does not happen to others.

You can also help us by telling us what you think of the materials NAT has developed to challenge stigma. Send your comments to policyandcampaigns@nat.org.uk

We are still a long way from eradicating discrimination and NAT's work with opinion formers and decision-makers to bring an end to national policies, laws and behaviours that fuel stigma is more important than ever.