HIV/AIDS Policy Recommendations for Pakistan ​Learn about essential HIV policy recommendations for Pakistan. Align with global best practices and improve health outcomes. Read more now!

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Objectives: This study aims to develop national HIV policy recommendations for Pakistan that aligns with global best practices. #ARTAccess #HealthPolicy #HIV/AIDS #Pakistan #PublicHealth #StigmaReduction #UNAIDS9595
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#InternationalFamilyDrugSupportDay runs the week of 23–27 Feb. This year’s theme, See the Person, Not the Drug, highlights the need for compassionate, person‑centred support.

#InternationalFamilyDrugSupportDay #AOD #StigmaReduction

Commission staff preview 4-minute early psychosis explainer video aimed at scaling Coordinated Specialty Care Commission communications staff described a 4-minute Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) explainer video, funded via EPI Plus grants, intended to highlight Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) and to be released by mid-2026 with shorter cutdowns for social media; commissioners suggested diverse representation and language accessibility.

A groundbreaking 4-minute video on early psychosis intervention is set to debut in 2026, showcasing real stories to destigmatize treatment and boost awareness of Coordinated Specialty Care.

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#CA #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #CommunityAccessibility #MentalHealthAwareness

Senate committee moves to decriminalize suicide after public testimony from mental‑health groups HB43 would abolish the common‑law crime of suicide and delay enactment to allow an insurance review; supporters said decriminalization would reduce stigma and aid people seeking mental‑health help, while some faith‑based and other speakers raised concerns about messaging and insurance implications.

Virginia's Senate committee is taking a bold step to decriminalize suicide, aiming to reduce stigma and encourage those in need to seek help.

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#VA #DecriminalizationReform #CitizenPortal #VirginiaMentalHealth #InsuranceImplications #StigmaReduction

Senate committee backs recovery-ready workplace certification in SB 98 The Senate Economic Development and Workforce Services Committee voted unanimously to send a second substitute of SB 98 to the full Senate. The bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services, with Workforce Services, to create a certification for ‘recovery-ready’ workplaces and includes fiscal language to use certain e-cigarette-related funds.

Utah is paving the way for a groundbreaking "recovery-ready workplace" certification to support employees in recovery and reduce stigma around addiction.

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#UT #CitizenPortal #EmploymentRecovery #StigmaReduction #WorkplaceSupport

Committee backs working group to study mental-health gaps in Maine’s heritage industries The Health and Human Services Committee voted that LD 2144 'ought to pass as amended,' advancing a resolve to create an 11-member working group to review mental-health and wellness resources for Maine's heritage industries and recommend funding and service models; the group must report by Dec. 1, 2026.

Maine is taking a significant step towards improving mental health resources for its heritage industries with the formation of a dedicated working group set to address crucial gaps in care.

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#ME #CitizenPortal #MaineHeritageIndustries #RuralHealthcareAccess #StigmaReduction

Park County signs letter supporting Park County Mental Health Awareness Walk The board unanimously approved and signed a statement of support for the Park County Mental Health Awareness Walk (formerly the Beck Lake Challenge), commending the Cody Medical Foundation's work and encouraging resident participation; commissioners noted Title 25 and the high local costs of involuntary commitments.

Park County has officially backed the Mental Health Awareness Walk, shining a light on crucial mental health resources and community support for a cause that matters.

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#ParkCounty #WY #CommunitySupport #ParkCountyMentalHealth #StigmaReduction #MentalHealthAwareness #CitizenPortal

Looking Back to Move Forward What 2025 Taught Me About Voice, Community, and Choosing What Matters

This year clarified the value of care, context, and restraint.
I wrote a reflection on voice, boundaries, U=U, and staying grounded in HIV work.
Full post on Substack.

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#HIV #UequalsU #PLHIVLeadersNow #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #StigmaReduction

Challenging the Stigma of "Help-Seeking": A client seeking help isn't a sign of weakness; it's a profound display of strength, self-awareness, and readiness for change. Let's reframe help-seeking as an act of courage. 💪
#SocialWork #StigmaReduction #MentalHealth #Empowerment

Flip tables on drug stigma—Michelle: "Let us teach you... treat like humans." Center lived exp for harm reduction dignity. Thoughts? #WellbeingWarriors #EmpowerRecovery

Circle your voice win—reply chain? #StigmaReduction

Local Officials Address PTSD Services and Stigma in Birmingham Community Officials highlight the need for improved PTSD services and collaboration among municipalities.

Alabama's first responders are facing a mental health crisis, with critical gaps in PTSD support and a stigma that keeps them from seeking help.

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#AL #PublicSafety #StigmaReduction

Commissioners Highlight Successes in Substance Use Recovery and Human Services Recommendations Commissioners discuss substance use recovery efforts and recommend reappointment to advisory council.

Clatsop County officials are rallying for community support in the fight against substance use and overdose deaths, revealing heart-wrenching stories that emphasize the urgent need for change.

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#ClatsopCounty #OR #StigmaReduction #CommunityEngagement #SubstanceUseRecovery

Trustee Peraza raises concerns over terminology change for disabilities in education Trustee Peraza calls for legal analysis before adopting exceptional needs terminology for disabilities.

Trustee Peraza warns that changing "disabilities" to "exceptional needs" could create confusion and impact vital student services—should we prioritize dignity over clarity?

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#CA #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #DisabilityRights

UNAIDS reports on HIV vaccine research and rising criminalization challenges UNAIDS confirms no HIV vaccine yet as criminalization of affected populations increases.

The latest UN press conference reveals alarming truths about the stalled fight against HIV/AIDS, highlighting the urgent need for accessible treatment and the troubling rise in criminalization of vulnerable populations.

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#US #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #HealthAccessibility

Supervisor Mandelmann leads discussion on stigma and addiction recovery strategies Supervisors address addiction stigma and propose offline discussions for legislative changes.

San Francisco County's recent meeting tackled the urgent need to combat addiction stigma and push for "treatment on demand," sparking a powerful conversation on how language impacts recovery.

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#SanFranciscoCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #AddictionRecovery

Milad Haghani on Suicide and Road Safety
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A Child-Centred Care Approach to the Learning Process: Lessons Learned from a Participatory Intervention in Primary Schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan About 240 million children have disabilities globally. Sustainable Development Goal 4 calls for inclusive and equitable quality education for all, including children with disabilities. Compared to ...

📢 New Policy Forum | JHDC

Can a care-based, child-centred pedagogy boost inclusion for #children with #disabilities?

New study in #Afghanistan & #Pakistan schools shows strong gains in learning & big #StigmaReduction

Powerful case for #InclusiveEducation.

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🔷 Ohio Deflection Association hosts a Northeast Ohio Lunch & Learn July 28 in Medina.

#WebChickUpdate #OhioDeflectionAssociation #LunchAndLearn #MedinaOhio #RecoveryOhio #CommunityTraining #StigmaReduction

Adrianna Wilkinson highlights mental illness stigma in criminal behavior perceptions at Albany College Wilkinson's study reveals stigma surrounding schizophrenia affects perceptions of violent crime risk.

A student’s powerful presentation reveals how stigma surrounding mental illness, particularly schizophrenia, skews perceptions of violent crime and calls for urgent change.

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#NY #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #NewYorkSchools #CriminalJusticeReform #MentalHealthAwareness

The two very different types of mental health stigma Psychosis and depression carry very different types of stigma, and acknowledging that is crucial to advocacy campaigns.

Paul Bolton critiques the narrow focus of anti-stigma efforts on depression/anxiety, urging inclusion of psychosis—still marginalized in public discourse. A vital reminder to expand mental health narratives toward true equity.

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#Psychosis #StigmaReduction

Advocates push for Pennsylvania's House Bill 632 to decriminalize HIV transmission stigma Key leaders advocate for removal of HIV criminalization from Pennsylvania law during hearing.

Advocates in Pennsylvania are calling for House Bill 632 to decriminalize HIV, arguing that outdated laws perpetuate stigma and hinder public health efforts.

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#PA #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #PennsylvaniaHIV #PublicHealth #LegislativeReform

Healthcare advocates address barriers to opioid addiction treatment in community forum Community forum highlights barriers to opioid addiction treatment and calls for improved access.

Spokane's recent city meeting shed light on the urgent need to break down barriers to opioid addiction treatment, emphasizing that stigma and accessibility challenges must be tackled head-on.

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#SpokaneSpokaneCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #HealthcareAccess

Vice Chair Barbolo promotes Mental Health Awareness Month initiatives Barbolo highlights stigma reduction efforts during Mental Health Awareness Month in May.

Vice Chair Barbolo champions Mental Health Awareness Month, sparking important conversations about reducing stigma and empowering our community to seek help.

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#BernalilloCounty #NM #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #StigmaReduction #BernalilloCountyMentalHealth

Carson City Council proclaims May as Mental Health Awareness Month Carson City Council declares May as a month to promote mental health awareness and support.

Carson City Council is taking a stand this May, urging the community to break the stigma surrounding mental health and support those in need.

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#CarsonCityLosAngelesCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #StigmaReduction #MentalHealthAwareness

A1 Stigma Free Coalition secures $90K grant to combat overdose stigma A1 Stigma Free Coalition receives a $90,000 grant to support mental health outreach efforts.

Hamilton County is taking a bold step to combat mental health stigma with a $90,000 grant for the A1 Stigma Free Coalition, aiming to support 2,000 individuals in need.

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#HamiltonCounty #OH #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityOutreach

Calaveras County declares May 2025 Mental Health Awareness Month to reduce stigma Supervisors recognize May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month to promote well-being in Calaveras.

Calaveras County is taking a bold step in prioritizing mental health by declaring May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month, aiming to break down stigma and promote community support.



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Summers Pointe City Council declares May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month City Council of Summers Pointe recognizes May 2025 as a month for mental health awareness.

Somers Point City Council has officially declared May as Mental Health Awareness Month, shining a spotlight on the silent struggles of one in five adults and one in six youth facing mental health conditions.

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#SomersPointAtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction

Mayor Henderson proclaims May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Columbus Georgia Mayor Henderson acknowledges New Horizon's efforts in mental health awareness and treatment resources.

Columbus City Council is taking a powerful stand for mental health awareness, championing vital resources and community involvement to combat stigma and support those in need.

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#ColumbusMuscogeeCounty #GA #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #ColumbusMentalHealth #StigmaReduction

NAMI Piedmont Tri County promotes mental health awareness in Lancaster County NAMI advocates for mental health, offering resources and support in Lancaster, Chester, and York counties.

NAMI Piedmont Tri-County is breaking down barriers and providing essential support for mental health in Lancaster County, especially for our youth facing rising anxiety and depression.

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#LancasterCounty #PA #YouthSupport #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #MentalHealthAwareness

Adams County Board proclaims May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month Adams County recognizes May 2025 to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma.

Adams County is taking a bold step by proclaiming May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month, urging the community to turn awareness into action and support those in need.

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#AdamsCounty #CO #CitizenPortal #StigmaReduction #MentalHealthAwareness