Young people and adolescent peer supporters

INTEGRATION MUST GO BEYOND POLICY TO PROTECT YOUNG PEOPLE .

It is concerning that some government-paid health workers still hesitate or refuse to attend to people living with HIV, especially within our Regional Referral Hospitals. This exposes a serious gap in how the “integration” of HIV services has been implemented.

Integration was meant to promote equality, dignity, and convenience for all patients. However, the persistent stigma many of us continue to face shows that the concept has not been fully internalised in practice. People living with HIV are taxpayers and citizens who deserve respectful, timely, and compassionate care—just like anyone else.

The consequences of this gap are already visible. Many adolescents and young people have become untraceable and have dropped out of care. This not only puts their own lives at risk but also increases the likelihood of ongoing HIV transmission within communities. If health facilities remain unwelcoming or stigmatizing, more young people will continue to disengage from treatment.

While we acknowledge the government’s financial constraints, the rapid rollout of integration without adequate human resources and proper training has created serious challenges. Many health workers were not sufficiently prepared or oriented to provide HIV-related services, leading to delays, negative attitudes, and discriminatory practices at service points.

For integration to be meaningful, we need continuous professional development, stronger supervision, and deliberate efforts to address stigma among health workers. Achieving the goal of ending AIDS by 2030 requires that our health facilities become safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental spaces for everyone—especially young people.

People living with HIV are part of the fabric of this nation. We contribute to its growth, we participate in its development, and we deserve the highest standard of care. Let us prioritise humanity, professionalism, and dignity in every health interaction.

9Congratulations to Busulwa Tadeo!

Today we proudly celebrate 13 years of strength, courage, and resilience on ART medication. Tadeo, your journey is a powerful reminder that with commitment, hope, and the right care, life with HIV can be healthy, productive, and full of purpose.

Your dedication to adherence shows incredible discipline, and your story inspires many young people to stay strong and never give up. Thank you for being a shining example in the community—proof that HIV is not the end, but a new chapter that can be lived with pride, positivity, and confidence.

Keep shining, keep inspiring, and keep winning.
We are proud of you, Tadeo! 🌟❤️🌍

Congratulations Agaba Frank Yaps kanungu HCIV Mr Yplus 2022 western uganda .Yaps family is proud of you .Thanks Junior yaps Taso Mbarara and mukama Emanuel Yaps kashenshero HCIII for support given to Frank .

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What do you think they were doing?

A supportive family and community offer the best form of psychosocial support to young people like CALEB who are experiencing mental health issues as compared to professional therapy as depicted in .

To all parents, try to re-establish and strengthen relationships with your children to create a natural support mechanism that will boost their self-confidence and sense of control over their lives before you lose them to poor mental health.

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With ever-increasing inequalities, intersectionality coupled with natural disasters, and conflicts AGYW continue to be at the centre of a converging health crisis that threatens our health, safety, and well-being.

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