WHO: Ryan White Services and Resources, a division of New Orleans Health Department
WHAT: HIV Stigma Summit
WHEN: Thursday, November 30, 2023
8:30AM – 4:30PM
WHERE: University Medical Center New Orleans
2000 Canal Street, Conference Room J, New Orleans, LA 70112
WHY: As part of the Bounce to Zero campaign to end the HIV epidemic, public health agencies, healthcare providers and community members will gather to engage in dialogue around HIV stigma in the healthcare system, criminal justice system, and wider community.
The Stigma Summit will include panel discussions, breakout sessions, and training workshops to empower participants to identify and address the stigma around HIV. Registration is required and is free and open to the public.
On-site interviews with panelists and speakers will be available upon request between 11:30AM – 12:30PM. The agenda, full list of speakers, and photo and video assets from last year’s event are available at www.bouncetozero.com.
New Orleans was selected as part of a national initiative to end the HIV epidemic due to its high HIV burden, gaps in treatment coverage and its commitment and capacity to fast-track the HIV response. Spearheaded by the New Orleans Health Department, Bounce to Zero is part of a bold approach to eliminating HIV in Greater New Orleans by focusing on prevention, testing, treatment, education, and access for everyone.
