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Zero Discrimination Day – End The Stigma Against People Living With HIV

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Today is Zero Discrimination Day. As part of that, HIV Ireland is calling on the public, and the Irish Government, to support its work, and that of others, in tackling discrimination against people living with HIV in Ireland.

Niall Mulligan, the executive director of HIV Ireland said, “On Zero Discrimination Day, it is crucial for policy makers and politicians to understand the impact that stigma and discrimination is having on people. Negative, or misinformed attitudes to HIV, and towards people living with HIV, can create obstacles for people getting tested, and prevent them from accessing the support they need.  Read More

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