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For decades, U.S. programs like #PEPFAR have been lifelines in the global HIV response, saving millions of lives. Cutting #humanitarian aid doesn’t just defund programs; it disrupts access to treatment, prevention, and education for communities most in need.
For decades, U.S. programs like #PEPFAR have been lifelines in the global HIV response, saving millions of lives. Cutting #humanitarian aid doesn’t just defund programs; it disrupts access to treatment, prevention, and education for communities most in need.
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This halt disproportionately affects vulnerable populations in low- and middle-income countries, where HIV/AIDS is still a leading cause of illness and death. Without funding, clinics will close, medications will run out, and preventable infections will rise.
It’s not just the health consequences. By abandoning these commitments, the U.S. damages its global leadership in #health diplomacy, eroding trust with international partners. This decision endangers collaborations vital for fighting pandemics beyond HIV.
Moreover, this decision undermines marginalized communities already facing stigma. #LGBTQIA+ populations, women, and children will suffer the most, as lifesaving services—often the only services available—dry up.
The HIV epidemic is not just a global health issue; it’s a justice issue. Denying aid to those who need it most reflects a failure of compassion and responsibility. Fighting HIV isn’t charity—it’s an investment in global stability, equity, and human dignity.
History has shown us: When the world turns its back on HIV, the virus gains ground. Trump’s EO risks reversing the hard-won victories of decades, pushing us further from the goal of ending the epidemic by 2030.
Now is the time to amplify our voices and demand action. Call on policymakers, organizations, and individuals to reject this dangerous policy. Lives depend on it. #HIVCareIsAHumanRight