Ending the AIDS Epidemic as a Public Health Threat by 2030

United Nations Member States have declared their political support for the Sustainable Development Goal of ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030. This is based on a Fast-Track approach to meeting ambitious targets by 2020 for HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care and support - and eliminating discrimination. In addition to political leadership, this session will identify other essential factors necessary to meet these targets and review the latest results in HIV diagnostics and treatment, investment and social engagement. A broad spectrum of private sector, community, scientific and political representatives will draw on their experiences and discuss progress and obstacles in achieving the end of AIDS. How should countries, cities and communities prioritize? What policy frameworks are needed? What innovative and alternative investment sources can be developed and utilized? How can health systems be strengthened to end AIDS and meet other SDGs without leaving behind the people in greatest need?

This Workshop will explore:
● The new targets for ending the AIDS epidemic, arising from the 2016 UN General Assembly Political Declaration on HIV and AIDS.
● The implications of the FastTrack AIDS response, including prevention tools, diagnostics, treatment and care and support services and eliminating discrimination.
● Research results from prevention and treatment trials.
● Latest research on HIV prevention, testing and treatment services, including in West Africa.