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One million lives can be saved between now and the end of 2015 by preventing and treating tuberculosis among people living with HIV
07 June 2011|
A new epidemiological model produced by the Stop TB Partnership, World Health Organization and UNAIDS shows that it is possible to sharply reduce AIDS deaths worldwide by preventing and treating tuberculosis.
Yale convenes together senior health practitioners to build leadership and strategic problem-solving to improve health systems
05 June 2011|
The Global Health Leadership Institute (GHLI) of Yale University held its 2011 GHLI Conference from 5-10 June 2001 under the theme of “moving health systems forward”.
Global Business Coalition 10th anniversary conference: Business driving change for a healthier world
03 June 2011|
The Global Business Coalition Annual Conference and Awards Dinner took place from 1-2 June in New York. This year’s event marked the 10th anniversary of the coalition and brought together more than 1 000 business executives, policy makers, celebrities and thought leaders to discuss on the corporate response to global health challenges and identify new avenues for future business action.
Global Partners Forum on children affected by HIV: Time to turn commitments into action
03 June 2011|
This year’s Global Partners Forum on children affected by AIDS brings together 100 high level representatives from governments, civil society, donors, international organizations and academic institutions in an effort to promote evidence-based approaches to improve the lives of children affected by HIV.
UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé gives guest lecture at Vatican International Study Meeting on HIV
30 May 2011|
On 28 May UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé gave a guest lecture at a meeting hosted by the Pontifical Council for Health Care Workers and Good Samaritan Foundation in Rome.
G8 Summit: Mrs Carla Bruni-Sarkozy hosts spouse event on the protection of mothers and children against HIV
27 May 2011|
Mrs Carla Bruni-Sarkozy brought together the spouses of Heads of State and Government attending the G8-Africa Summit in Deauville to a working lunch dedicated to the protection of mothers and children against HIV.
Prime Minister of Bangladesh highlights country’s HIV success story during World Health Assembly
18 May 2011|
In her keynote address to the 2011 World Health Assembly, taking place in Geneva from 16-24 May, Prime Minister of Bangladesh Her Excellency Sheikh Hasina highlighted the progress made by her country in the response to HIV.
Brazil’s Minister of Health and UNAIDS Executive Director discuss strategic collaboration opportunities
16 May 2011|
In the sidelines of the World Health Assembly, taking place in Geneva from 16-24 May, UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé and Brazilian Minister of Health Alexander Padilha met to discuss the global AIDS response and promote South-South cooperation.
HIV prevention in action: Grassroot Soccer mobilizes young people to stop the spread of HIV
05 May 2011|
During the meeting of the UNAIDS High Level Commission on HIV Prevention, which is taking place in South Africa this week, commissioners took time out to visit Grassroot Soccer in Capetown.
Progress in national AIDS response commended by UNAIDS Executive Director during official visit to Namibia
21 April 2011|
In a two-day official visit to Windhoek, Namibia, UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé commended President Hifikepunye Pohamba, government authorities and civil society organizations for the country’s remarkable progress in reversing the course of its AIDS epidemic.
UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway calls to action during the Mali Youth Summit on HIV
19 April 2011|
UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway travelled to Bamako, Mali to participate in the Youth Summit on HIV, an event convened under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Mali, Amadou Toumani Touré, and co-hosted by UNAIDS.
Young people convene in Mali to revolutionize the AIDS response
15 April 2011|
A youth summit convened under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Mali, Amadou Toumani Touré, and co-hosted by UNAIDS provides a forum for young leaders to commit themselves in innovative ways to mobilize young people for the AIDS response.
Guinea’s President and First Lady to attend the 2011 High Level Meeting on AIDS
15 April 2011|
President Alpha Condé and the First Lady, Ms Djene Kaba Condé, will participate in this year’s UN General Assembly High Level Meeting on AIDS. The announcement came during a two-day official visit by UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé to the West African nation of Guinea Conakry.
Challenges, achievements and aspirations to be shared as civil society gears up for General Assembly High Level Meeting on AIDS
08 April 2011|
The United Nations General Assembly hall will host a new format of interactive dialogue between civil society organizations and United Nations member states on how better to respond to HIV on 8 April 2011.
Innovative project in Tanzania places young people at the centre of HIV responses
06 April 2011|
During a visit to the Tanzanian Youth Alliance, a national non-profit organization based in Dar Es Salaam, UN Deputy Secretary-General Dr Asha-Rose Migiro and UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé praised the young people for the extraordinary responsibility they have shown in addressing HIV.
Joint mission highlights successes and challenges in Tanzania’s AIDS response
05 April 2011|
In a joint mission to the United Republic of Tanzania, UN Deputy Secretary-General Dr Asha-Rose Migiro and UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé met with high-level government officials.
UN Secretary-General outlines new recommendations to reach 2015 goals for AIDS response
31 March 2011|
Thirty years into the AIDS epidemic, investments in the AIDS response are yielding results, according to a new report released today by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Titled Uniting for universal access: towards zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths, the report highlights that the global rate of new HIV infections is declining, treatment access is expanding and the world has made significant strides in reducing HIV transmission from mother to child.
Investment in health is an investment in economic development
29 March 2011|
African Ministers of Health and Finance came together in Addis Ababa on 29 March 2011 for a high level panel discussion to explore new ways of investing in health.
From isolation to integration: Rwandan project transforms women’s lives
24 March 2011|
In 2004, two sisters in Rwanda started a “trade-not-aid” initiative that produces high-end handicrafts. From a humble beginning with just 20 artisans in the remote village of Gitarama, Gahaya Links has since expanded its network to more than 5000 weavers nation-wide.
President Kagame fully engaged in UN General Assembly High Level Meeting on AIDS
24 March 2011|
In partnership with UNAIDS, the President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame will lead a Heads of State event on HIV and broader development issues at the United Nations General Assembly High Level meeting on AIDS in June.

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