UN+ in MALAWI
UN+ is a group of UN staff living with HIV. Established in 2005 aiming at giving voice to issues affecting those living with HIV and working in the UN system. The group supports all members in the UN system that are living with HIV and AIDS, regardless of their levels of Disclosure.
UN+ Mission
"Uniting for solidarity, equality and acceptance for people living with HIV within the UN system through awareness raising policy change and advocacy.”
UN+ in Malawi contributes to the global UN+ objectives
• To contribute to the development of and/or improvement of existing policies on HIV and AIDS among UN agencies.
• To create a more enabling environment of all HIV positive staff members, irrespective of the level of disclosure of their HIV status
• To create an organized and effective voice for People Living with HIV within the UN system that challenges stigma and discrimination
UN+ in Malawi offers a great opportunity for staff members to share their experiences on:
• Positive living and survival skills,
• Treatment care & support,
• Stigma and discrimination
• How specific work environments are responding to UN HIV&AIDS Personnel Policy and HIV and AIDS guidelines.
UN+ has an e-workspace for the HIV-positive UN Staff Group which enable them to discuss issues, based on personal experiences as People Living with HIV working within the UN system.
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UN+ Registration Form