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Gain insights into effective advocacy tactics in challenging human rights violations in Asia, focusing on HIV/AIDS, legal battles, and maternal health. Learn from real stories, successes, setbacks, and the need for more support.
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Advocacy Tactics II: Communities Challenging Human Rights Violations Asia Russell July 21 2016 • 21st International AIDS Conference • Durban, South Africa
WHY DO WE ADVOCATE? HOW DO WE DO IT BETTER?
WHY DO WE ADVOCATE? HOW DO WE DO IT BETTER?
WHY DO WE ADVOCATE? HOW DO WE DO IT BETTER?
Realities in 2016 -> In the fight against AIDS our major battles are political rather than technical -> That is good news, and bad news -> What tools can we use, hone, and improve? -> What are elements of success, and setback?
Examples and anecdotes -> Winning $22 million for health workers -> Treatment acceleration -> Fighting harmful laws and policies
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Critical issues -> This is not for everyone -> We need more people, time, support -> Advocacy works—so why doesn’t it happen all the time?