Category: Pakistan
A Crucial Meeting with UNAIDS: Advocating for Sustained HIV Funding
Hello everyone, Ali Raza Khan here. As an HIV-positive gay activist and the founder of Pride Pakistan, I am dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals living with HIV. Today, I had the privilege of meeting with key members of the UNAIDS team, including Angeli Achrekar, Deputy Executive Director for the Programme,…
Empowering Communities: Understanding the UNAIDS 30-60-80 Targets in the Fight Against HIV/AIDS
The fight against HIV/AIDS has seen tremendous progress in recent years. However, achieving the ambitious goal of ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 requires innovative strategies and a focus on empowering the communities most affected by the virus. This is where the UNAIDS 30-60-80 targets come into play. What are the UNAIDS 30-60-80 Targets? The…
Ali Raza Khan s’exprime : il défend les droits des LGBTQ+ au Pakistan
Dans une récente interview avec Qlub Queer, Ali Raza Khan, un activiste gay séropositif du Pakistan, a partagé son histoire poignante de lutte pour l’égalité et la décriminalisation des personnes LGBTQ+ dans un pays où les relations homosexuelles sont criminalisées. « Bonjour, je m’appelle Ali Raza Khan et je suis un activiste gay séropositif du…
Ali Raza Khan Speaks Out: Advocating for LGBTQ+ Rights in Pakistan
In a recent interview with Qlub Queer, Ali Raza Khan, a HIV-positive gay activist from Pakistan, shared his powerful story of fighting for equality and the decriminalization of LGBTQ+ people in a country where same-sex relationships are criminalized. ” Hi, my name is Ali Raza Khan and I am a HIV positive gay activist from…
A Milestone Moment: Ali Raza Khan’s Participation in the World Food Forum 2024
I am excited to share that I, Ali Raza Khan, had the honor of participating in the World Food Forum 2024, hosted by the World Food Organisation (FAO) at their headquarters in Rome, Italy The event took place from October 14th to 18th, 2024, and featured a variety of sessions focused on youth engagement in…
Raising Voices for Food Security and Climate Resilience at the World Food Forum 2024
The World Food Forum 2024 is a pivotal event addressing the intertwined challenges of food security and climate change. This year, Ali Raza Khan is honored to join global leaders, experts, and advocates at the FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, with a primary focus on Global Youth Action. Ali Raza Khan’s journey in this field…
Advocate for Change: A Journey to the World Food Forum 2024
I am thrilled to announce that I have been invited to the prestigious FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, to attend the international conference, World Food Forum 2024. It’s an incredible honor to participate in this significant event, particularly focusing on Global Youth Action, a cause close to my heart. As a dedicated member of civil…
The Impact of Climate Change on People Living with HIV, Men Having Sex with Men and Gay Communities in Pakistan: Insights from the AIDS 2024 Conference
Munich, Germany – At the AIDS 2024 conference, Ali Raza Khan, founder of Pride Pakistan, delivered a compelling speech on the intersection of climate change and its effects on people living with HIV, gay men, and men who have sex with men (MSM). His presentation highlighted the severe impacts of climate change on these vulnerable…
Ali Raza Khan & 4 Years of Me for Myself Campaign : Mental health is a stigmatized topic, and LGBTIQA+ people face even greater challenges when addressing mental health issues.
4 Years of Me for Myself Campaign & Ali Raza Khan core member M4M : Mental health is a stigmatized topic, and LGBTIQA+ people and marginalized communities face even greater challenges when addressing mental health issues. Certainly! Mental health awareness is crucial for everyone, but it holds particular significance within the queer community. Let’s explore…
Ensuring Safety and Security for LGBTQI+ Community Members in Pakistan : Speaker Ali Raza Khan
The Importance of Freedom and Rights for LGBTQI+ People in Pakistan The LGBTQI+ community in Pakistan has long been marginalized, facing legal and social discrimination. Despite these challenges, there have been significant efforts to advocate for their rights and inclusion. However, the broader LGBTQI+ community still faces legal hurdles. Same-sex relationships remain criminalized under Section…
Speaker Ali Raza Khan: From Ruin to Resilience: Harnessing Community Strength in the Face of Natural Disasters
Munich, Germany – The AIDS 2024 conference will feature a pivotal session titled “From Ruin to Resilience: Harnessing Community Strength in the Face of Natural Disasters,” highlighting the critical intersection of climate change and public health. This scientific symposium, accredited for Continuing Medical Education (CME), will take place on July 25, 2024, from 15:00 to…
First Meeting of the UNAIDS Global Advisory Group on Monitoring the 30-80-60 Targets: A Robust Start
On May 10th, 2023, the UNAIDS Global Advisory Group on Monitoring the 30-80-60 Targets convened for their first meeting. This group, composed of global stakeholders dedicated to advancing the fight against HIV, gathered to discuss the development of a monitoring framework for the ambitious 30-80-60 targets set in the 2021 Political Declaration on HIV and…
Ali Raza Khan Joins UNAIDS Global Advisory Group on Monitoring the 30-80-60 Targets
Ali Raza Khan, an HIV-positive gay activist from Pakistan, has been invited to join the UNAIDS Global Advisory Group on Monitoring the 30-80-60 Targets. This esteemed group comprises global stakeholders dedicated to advancing the fight against HIV. Ali’s involvement marks a significant step towards ensuring the voices of young HIV-positive gay individuals and sex workers…
Communities Delegation to the Global Fund Board appoints Mr Ali Raza Khan as Alternate Board Member
Tuesday, 25th January 2022The Communities Delegation of people living with and affected by HIV, TB and malaria (Communities Delegation) to the Global Fund Board has the pleasure to announce the appointment of Mr Javier Hourcade as the Board Member and Mr Ali Raza Khan as the Alternate Board Member. The constituency confirmed and welcomed the…
Living in Fear: The Struggles of LGBTQ+ Individuals in Pakistan
As an HIV-positive gay activist from Pakistan, my life has been a constant battle against societal norms and prejudices. My name is Ali Raza Khan, and I have faced numerous challenges simply for being who I am. Recently, I found myself in Islamabad, staying with my fellow colleague Nayab Ali, a transgender police officer and…
Eamonn Murphy’s Testimony for Ali Raza Khan
In a heartfelt testimony during a UN high-level meeting debrief for young people living with HIV and young key populations, Eamonn Murphy, UNAIDS Director for Regional Support Teams for Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe and Central Asia regions, extended his appreciation for Ali Raza Khan’s remarkable activism. Ali Raza Khan, a HIV positive gay activist,…
THE DAY I WAS DIGNOSED HIV AND STARTED MY ARV TREATMENT
19th April 2019: THE DAY I WAS DIGNOSED HIV AND STARTED MY ARV TREATMENT Hi, I’m Raza, a young non-binary from Pakistan. I have completed my post-graduation and planning for a PhD from a PLHIV friendly country because I am from the YPLHIV community and I’m not shy to tell that however It wasn’t always…
I AM NOT MORE SHY TO TELL AND SPEAK ABOUT MY HIV STATUS AND JOURNEY
Hi, I’m Ali Raza Khan 27 years old young boy from Pakistan. I am from PLHIV community and I’m not shied to tell that however It wasn’t always like that. There were bad times when I was not well mentally and physically. I remember that it was a kind of normal thing for my family…