Tag Archives: Evidence-Based Policy

Harper Government targeted at AIDS 2012

Activists angered over funding cuts and regressive government policy protest the Canada exhibit booth Monday July 23, 12 – To launch off the AIDS 2012 XIX International AIDS Conference Washington D.C., Canadian and international activists demonstrated at the Canadian exhibition … Continue reading

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AIDS Activists Demand Universal Access to Clean Needles to Mark the International Day of Remembrance of People Who Use Drugs

Banner drop raises awareness on lack of access to harm reduction programs! Calling for political action to end the global HIV/AIDS epidemic and acknowledging the International Day of Remembrance of People Who Use Drugs on July 21st, activists dropped a … Continue reading

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We Can End AIDS March on July 24th at AIDS 2012!

On July 24 in Washington D.C. during the upcoming International AIDS Conference, AIDS ACTION NOW! will be marching with thousands of activists from around the world for the We Can End AIDS Mobilization for Economic Justice and Human Rights. Join AIDS ACTION NOW! … Continue reading

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Criminalization of Drug Use Fuels the Global HIV/AIDS Pandemic

Today, in a newly released report, the Global Commission on Drug Policy calls for drug decriminalization and expansion of proven, cost-effective solutions to reduce HIV/AIDS – including sterile syringe access, safer injection facilities, and prescription heroin programs. AAN! fully supports … Continue reading

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Tell the McGuinty Liberals that HIV+ People Need Safe, Secure and Affordable Housing

Ontario research has shown that safe, secure and affordable housing can help maintain and improve the health of people living with and at risk of HIV.  The McGuinty Liberals ignored this evidence when passing Budget 2012, which cuts safe housing … Continue reading

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