We couldn’t imagine a life where 1 in 4 of the people we love was infected. But that’s the reality people in many countries face.

In 2005 G8 leaders promised to secure HIV treatment for all who need it by 2010, but there’s a very long way to go to hit that target.

Women’s lack of power has been identified as one of the key drivers of HIV infection.

ActionAid is fighting for those living with HIV and AIDS to have access to drugs, healthcare information, support and a say in the policies which will affect them. In a nutshell, we believe in people’s right to life and dignity in the face of HIV and AIDS.

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