THE 11TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON STIGMA
Howard University Virtual Event
Includes Leadership Training
November 16th to 20th 2020
 Washington, DC - October 15, 2020 - The 11th Annual International Conference on Stigma will be held November 16 to November 20, 2020 as a virtual Howard University event. The stigma associated with health conditions such as HIV infection is a major health problem and impedes the treatment and prevention efforts. The 11th Annual International Conference on Stigma will not only address stigma related to HIV/AIDS, but also mental health issues and stigma caused by Coronavirus pandemic.
The International Conference on Stigma will bring together researchers, educators, policy makers, activists, faith leaders, youth, and community to discuss the health-related stigma and strategies to overcome stigma. The conference will include plenary sessions, advocacy leadership training sessions, and scientific poster presentations. The conference will also include networking opportunities and art with an emphasis on intersectionality of stigma and support for next generation of young researchers and advocates combating stigma.
This year's conference will also include open discussion on stigma at different levels caused by Covid 19, and personal video clips from the community to share their Stigma stories. The raffle prizes will be given throughout the conference days; and individuals who have been working diligently to eliminate stigma will be recognized and awarded.
Register Today at: http://www.whocanyoutell.org/2020-conference/register/
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About Howard University Stigma Project
The Coalition for Elimination of AIDS-related Stigma (CEAS) was a group of professionals, community leaders, concerned individuals and organizations that came together in 2009 to focus efforts to eliminate the stigma associated with HIV. Stigma prevents individuals from getting tested for HIV, seeking medical care, disclosing diagnosis to loved ones, and adhering to treatment and follow up. Stigma has become a major reason why the HIV epidemic continues. We have changed our name to the Howard University Stigma Project and have expanded our efforts to address other related stigma as well, such as mental illness. Through our conference and related efforts we plan to measure the burden of stigma, test the effectiveness of intervention mechanisms, implement appropriate strategies and determine their effect over time. Our goal is to create a comprehensive Center for Social Justice in Healthcare for research, education and advocacy to fight stigma. www.whocanyoutell.org
Contact:
Saher Iqbal, MPH
Grants Administrator
Pediatrics & Child Health
Howard University Hospital
Ph#: 202-865-7262
Source: www.whocanyoutell.org
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