Officials along with the participants during the awareness programme held at the Chief Medical Officer's Conference Hall in Longleng on July 8. (Photo courtesy: CMO, Longleng)
Longleng, July 9 (MExN): A dissemination programme on the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, 2017 was held at the Chief Medical Officer's Conference Hall in Longleng on July 8 to raise awareness on HIV prevention, legal rights and protection against discrimination.
The programme was organised by DISHA Longleng with support from the Nagaland State AIDS Control Society (NSACS).
It aimed to sensitise civil society leaders and student and youth leaders on the provisions of the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Act, 2017, while promoting greater understanding of HIV prevention, control and the legal rights and safeguards guaranteed under the legislation.
Resource persons K Bongyei Phom and L Yingloi Phom highlighted the importance of building an informed and stigma-free society. They spoke on HIV prevention and control measures, the role of communities in addressing HIV-related issues and the legal implications of the Act, including the protection of the rights and dignity of people living with HIV.
The speakers encouraged participants to serve as awareness ambassadors in their respective communities and institutions by disseminating accurate information, combating stigma and discrimination, and supporting efforts to prevent the spread of HIV.
The programme concluded with an interactive session, with participants reaffirming their commitment to promoting an informed, inclusive and supportive society through awareness, education and legal protection.
