PHA-Exchange> Action: Global AIDS Week of Action (20 - 26 May 2006) Civil Society Coalition on HIV/AIDS UNGASS]

[Claudio]

From: "Vern Weitzel" <vern.weitzel at undp.org>
> Coalition on HIV/AIDS UNGASS
>
> Action: Global AIDS Week of Action (20 - 26 May 2006)
> Civil Society Coalition on HIV/AIDS UNGASS
>
> Want to have a say in how AIDS in your world will be
> shaped over the next five years?
>
> Join a groundswell of civil society voices from across
> the world during the week of 20-26 May to demand a
> stronger response, more accountability and more
> resources in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
>
> The AIDS Week of Action is the single, defining moment
> for influencing decision-makers before they walk into
> the halls of UN for the UNGASS Review meeting. They
> will analyse the small gains, the big losses and
> make new promises to contain the epidemic. They will
> decide what the priorities are, and how much money
> will be spent on what. The Global AIDS Week of Action
> is the glue for civil society to stand together,
> generate political pressure and influence
> decision-makers making choices that affect our lives.
>
> Here's how: Between now and the end of May in your
> country, it's time for action. There is no global
> coordinating body, no chief organiser. You choose what
> action, how and where. And if you come up with bright
> ideas that work, share them with friends and
> colleagues in other countries. Here's a sample of
> choices: Expose what AIDS promises haven't been
> kept, make a noise about what you think are priority
> AIDS issues in your country. Ensure that your
> government delegation understands the concerns and
> needs of people living with HIV, knows who the
> marginalised affected groups are and has a list of the
> most urgent needs of frontline health workers, before
> they catch the plane to New York.
>
> The success of the Global AIDS Week of Action depends
> entirely on committed people, networks and
> organisations that recognise the strategic
> opportunity the week offers. It depends on how we link
> up internationally while setting in motion our own
> national plans and advocacy activities during the
> 20-26th May 2006.
>
> One week that can change the next five years. Let's
> make a big noise.
>
> If you are ready to take the initiative in your
> country, send an email to: aidsweek at ungasshiv.org
>
> AND we will add yours to the list of active countries
> at: www.ungasshiv.org
>
>
> Civil Society Coalition on HIV/AIDS UNGASS
> Email: aidsweek at ungasshiv.org
> Web: www.ungasshiv.org
>
> Get Involved in UNGASS 2006! For more information:
> http://www.ungasshiv.org/index.php/ungass/ungass/get_involved_in_ungass_2006
>
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