Laws that treat people living with HIV or those at greatest risk with respect start with the way that we treat them ourselves: as equals. If we are going to stop the spread of HIV in our lifetime, then that is the change we need to spread.
Interpretation
We must treat individuals living with HIV as equals to create effective laws and inspire change in society.
In this quote, Shereen El Feki emphasizes the importance of treating people living with HIV and those at risk with respect and equality. She argues that genuine change in how society approaches HIV starts with the individual mindset and interactions, highlighting that mutual respect and equality are fundamental to stopping the spread of HIV and implementing effective laws.
In practice
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for HIV awareness during World AIDS Day.
Some countries have good laws, laws which could stem the tide of HIV. The problem is that these laws are flouted. Because stigma gives unofficial license to treat people living with HIV or those at greatest risk unlike other citizens.
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