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GENEVA, 15 October 2024—The Spanish government has today announced a further € 1 million contribution to UNAIDS to support its work to end AIDS by 2030 as part of Sustainable Development Goals. The announcement was made following a meeting between Spain’s Minister of Health Mónica García Gómez and the Executive Director of UNAIDS Winnie Byanyima in the country’s capital Madrid.

“We warmly welcome Spain’s commitment to ending AIDS,” said Ms Byanyima. “We are at a critical moment in the response to HIV, and the path global leaders take this year will determine whether the pandemic continues indefinitely or we end AIDS by 2030. Spain’s solidarity with UNAIDS and the global AIDS response, and its commitment to tackling stigma and discrimination, is testament to their determination to get the world on track to end AIDS and save millions of lives. Spain has set an example for the rest of the world.”

Spain is a long-standing champion of the right to health. During the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the second half of 2023, Spain made the fight against stigma and discrimination associated with HIV a political priority. Spain also joined the Global Partnership for Action to Eliminate all forms of HIV-related Sigma and Discrimination and is moving forward with its implementation plan to eliminate stigma in health, workplace and education settings.

UNAIDS looks forward to continuing to strengthen its partnership with Spain to advance progress towards global targets, and to build a robust and rights-based response to end AIDS by 2030 and sustain the gains into the future.

UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires the world to achieve its shared vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. UNAIDS unites the efforts of 11 UN organizations—UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank—and works closely with global and national partners towards ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at unaids.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

NEW YORK/GENEVA, 27 September 2024—At the 79^th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) and the Summit of the Future in New York, global leaders called for the revitalization of multilateralism to address pressing global crises, drawing on the success of the global AIDS response as a model of hope and global solidarity.

"Multilateralism is not a theory – it is the way we save lives and keep the world secure,” Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS, told the General Assembly. “When leaders work together for a common mission – anything is possible.”

At a special event convened by UNAIDS, the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria on 24 September 2024, leaders from governments, communities, business, and international organizations all testified to how multilateralism had driven the extraordinary gains made in the fight against AIDS, and how the path to addressing other global challenges had been illuminated by the global HIV response.

“The AIDS response shows what is achievable when leaders unite, when communities are empowered, when inequalities are tackled, when human rights are protected and when science-based policy is backed by political will,” said United Nations Deputy General-Secretary, Amina Mohammed.

UNAIDS data shows that at the end of 2023, more than 30 million people were accessing life-saving HIV treatment, compared to just 7.7 million in 2010. The data also show that since 2010, AIDS-related deaths have been halved, and new HIV infections among children have been reduced by 62%.

Across the week of the UN General Assembly, leaders set out concrete commitments to ending AIDS by 2030. These include closing gaps in access to HIV prevention, treatment and care, ending stigma and discrimination, accelerating innovation and access to new HIV technologies, and mobilizing domestic and donor resources for the HIV response.

UNAIDS set out how ensuring the end of AIDS as a public health threat, and enabling the success of the Sustainable Development Goals, require bold action to tackle global inequalities. Ms Byanyima shone a light on the financing crisis which is choking sub-Saharan Africa, leaving health and HIV services chronically underfunded. "Public debt needs to be urgently reduced and domestic resource mobilization strengthened to fully fund the global HIV response and end AIDS by 2030," said Ms. Byanyima.

Two young HIV activists, Ibanomonde Ngema from South Africa and Jerop Limo from Kenya, supported by UNAIDS to meet leaders at the UN General Assembly, called on governments to work with young people as partners. "Young people are key to ending AIDS. Leaders need to listen to us and include us in policy-making to ensure the progress made is sustained," said Jerop Limo.

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UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires the world to achieve its shared vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. UNAIDS unites the efforts of 11 UN organizations—UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank—and works closely with global and national partners towards ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at unaids.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Global leaders unite to recommit to ending AIDS during the 79^th United Nations General Assembly in New York

NEW YORK/GENEVA, 24 September 2024—The extraordinary advances made in the global HIV response are a success story of multilateralism. At the end of 2023, 30.7 million people out of a total of 39.9 million people living with HIV worldwide were on life-saving treatment — four times higher than the 7.7 million who were on treatment in 2010. Since 2010, AIDS-related deaths have been halved and new HIV infections among children have been reduced by 62%.

At a special event at the UN General Assembly, co-convened by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), the United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, leaders pledged to sustain and accelerate investments, political leadership and policy reforms that will continue the momentum needed to end AIDS and sustain progress beyond 2030.

UNAIDS data shows that the end of AIDS as a public health threat is achievable by 2030, if countries, communities and partners close the gaps holding back progress.

The United Nations Deputy General-Secretary, Amina Mohammed, said the AIDS movement stood out as a beacon of hope and resilience and thanked leaders for committing to end AIDS by 2030: “The AIDS response has been a powerful testament to what is achievable when leaders unite, when communities are empowered, when inequalities are tackled, human rights are protected and when science-based policy is backed by political will.”

UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima told the leaders making commitments, “you have proven the power of global solidarity, you have shown that multilateralism is not a theory – it is the way we save lives and keep the world secure. Ending AIDS is a political and financial choice. Today I am confident that you will make it a reality.”

Jerop Limo, a young Kenyan activist living with HIV, reminded leaders about the life-changing impact of progress in the HIV response: “As world leaders, your achievement in the HIV response is not only measured in numbers. Those numbers are me.”

Countries, communities and partners from around the world shared renewed commitments, include ensuring HIV prevention and treatment reaches everyone in need; ending HIV-related stigma and discrimination; accelerating research and innovation; and mobilizing additional domestic resources for HIV to sustain the progress in the HIV response.

A selection of quotes from leaders

President George W. Bush, in a video message recorded for the event, emphasized the need for steadfast commitment to reach global goals:

“In 2003, my administration launched PEPFAR with bipartisan support from Congress. Nearly 22 years later, PEPFAR has saved more than 25 million lives, and more than 5 million babies have been born HIV free. We are on the verge of an AIDS-free generation but at this critical moment the people of Africa still need our support. We should be proud of PEPFAR’s tremendous successes, and we should keep going until the job is done.”

William Ruto, President of Kenya:

“The undeniable success and impact of Kenya’s response to HIV demonstrates the potential of strong partnership. I must emphasize that our steadfast commitment to multilateralism has been the cornerstone of these achievements, enabling us to implement high impact interventions that have saved lives.”

Russell Dlamini, Prime Minister of Eswatini:

“The HIV response is our collective responsibility. Our journey is far from over and HIV/AIDS remains unfinished business. The 2030 target of ending AIDS as a public health threat may not be achieved unless we revitalize multilateralism and multisectoral approaches. Predictable and sustained funding for HIV/AIDS must be increased. Today I would like to take this opportunity to ask all stakeholders to recommit to supporting the HIV response.”

Terrance Michael Drew, Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis:

“It will be challenging for the Caribbean to maintain the gains we have made without the continued relationship with the international community. We have gained much but if we take our eyes off the ball we can lose much and what we have gained we should try not to lose. We cannot take our foot off the pedal but must continue to press until we get to the point where HIV/AIDS is no longer a public health crisis.”        

John Nkengasong, Ambassador-at-Large and Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat HIV/AIDS Globally:

“We cannot be tired in the fight against HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS will not be tired with us. It is here with us. On behalf of PEPFAR we are committed to sustaining people on life saving treatment. Second, we are committed to working in partnership with everyone here to ensure we close the inequity gaps.”

Peter Sands, Executive Director of the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB and Malaria:

“Two decades ago, AIDS was claiming millions of lives with devastating consequences for families and communities around the world. Together, we joined forces and rejected this injustice, forcing this disease into retreat. That remarkable progress we have made can be an inspiration for ending AIDS as a public health threat for good. It is a goal within our grasp. That requires reaching all people in need of HIV prevention and treatment services and breaking down all barriers to health services.”

Ms. Minata Cessouma Samate, African Union Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs & Social Development:

“There has been major progress in the last four decades of the AIDS response but to end AIDS this commitment must continue. On the African continent we need continued engagement and funding—for primary healthcare and to end AIDS. The AU commission is engaged but we need international support to ensure that everyone has access to quality HIV treatment and healthcare services and we need the transfer of technologies to be able to produce quality treatments on the continent. It is multilateralism that will allow us to end AIDS in Africa.”

Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Health of South Africa:

“South Africa has the largest burden of HIV in the world with 7.8 million people living with HIV and 5.8 million are on antiretroviral treatment, and we are in the process of putting 2 million more people on treatment. With domestic financing and with solidarity from multilateralism we are very confident that we can end AIDS by 2030.”

Dr. Shrimati Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Health of India:

“This platform emphasizes the multilateralism needed to achieve the SDG goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Breaking the silence and building synergies is the mantra of the government of India and we are committed to achieving the target of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. It is imperative to consolidate the gains made in this journey. I’m confident that with our collective efforts and genuine partnerships, we can build a future towards a healthier world.”

Mr. Pierre Dimba Minister of Health of Côte d’ Ivoire, Public Hygiene and Universal Health Coverage:

“Today’s focus on multilateralism is critical, because multilateralism has enabled important progress in the fight against AIDS. But the last few miles will be difficult because the challenges are many. We have put in place a plan, including a financing plan and have strengthened our surveillance systems and integrated health services which allows us to work more globally in our approach to HIV prevention, testing and treatment. But we need support from partners to strengthen our capacities and to allow us to benefit from new innovations so that our country isn’t left behind.”

Dame Emma Walmsley, Chief Executive Officer, GSK: 

“Our commitment to get ahead of HIV together and ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 is underpinned by three simple priorities. First, we believe in innovation, inspired by what matters most to the people that we serve. We are developing longer acting options exploring new types of innovative drugs that offer the option to treat at home and our focus on finding a cure is relentless. Secondly, we are committed to enabling access to our medicines, there is no point in innovation without it, regardless of who you are or where you live.  Lastly, and that is what this is all about here today, we get ahead of disease together with the power of partnership. Working across sectors we enable the fastest rollout of a child friendly treatment now available in 90 countries and our commitment to communities is unwavering.”

Daniel O'Day, Chief Executive Officer, Gilead Sciences:

“Upon approval our intention is to make Lenacapavir available at no profit to Gilead in the countries where the need is greatest and until voluntary licensing partners can supply high-quality low-cost versions. We are working around the clock to finalize the direct voluntary licensing costs agreements that will facilitate rapid transfer of technology, allow Gilead to support licensees and getting up to speed quickly and help provide a robust network of manufacturers that is able to produce high volumes at competitive costs. It is my great hope and belief that we are on the brink of the next great advancement in the global fight to end HIV/AIDS.” 

Silas Holland, Executive Director, Infectious Disease and Neuroscience Policy, Merck:

"Since 1985, Merck has been engaged in research and development efforts that have led to significant discoveries transforming the way that HIV is treated. The company is committed to continuing to invest in all stages of R&D to discover, develop and enhance access to innovative HIV treatments and prevention options, as well as developing novel agents for a cure, aiming to improve the lives of people living with HIV. Merck remains committed to collaborative efforts to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030."

Rev. Gibstar Makangila, Executive Director, Circle of Hope, and Faith Representative, Zambia: 

“Our commitment in the faith community and faith-based organizations is that by 2050 we expect 1 billion young people to be living in Africa. What are we going to do about that? What we propose is a new energy, a new engagement that is based on equity, love, tolerance and inclusiveness. As faith-community we are cognizant of the changing dynamics on the ground and therefore our commitment is that we will support all programmes based on an inescapable responsibility and also empathy, compassion, integrity, passion and ethics.” 

Ms. Youk Sambath, Secretary of State, Ministry of Health, Cambodia:  

“Cambodia has made huge progress in its national AIDS response. New HIV infections have been reduced by 46% and AIDS deaths by 36% from 2010 to 2023. Cambodia is one of seven countries worldwide to first reach the targets of 90-90-90 in 2017. I thank PEPFAR, the Global Fund, UN agencies and UNAIDS, without whom these results would not have been possible.” 

Ms. Laura Rissanen, State Secretary, Ministry of Social Security, Finland:

“Today we are still facing many challenges—the global HIV response is at a crossroads and there is no time to waste. The ambitious goal to end AIDS by 2030 as a public health threat can only be achieved by putting human rights and gender equality at the core of HIV response efforts. Finland is strongly committed to enhancing human rights, in particular the rights of women and girls, LGBTQI people, and people living with HIV. We therefore value and support the human rights advocacy efforts of UNAIDS. We must all continue to pull together in these difficult times to ensure that we will reach the finish line leaving no-one behind.”

Mr. George Ternes, Director General for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Luxembourg:

“We have all the tools and knowledge. We have everything we need to end AIDS by 2030. The message is that Luxembourg will be there. You can count on our continued support. It is normal that at the end of a fight, you confront the most difficult task. Now there are some really critical ones and the stigma that keeps you from living a normal life in society because you are under treatment for HIV/AIDS – it’s still existing, it’s a major obstacle.” 

Ms. Carina Connellan, Director of the Multilateral Unit in the Development Cooperation and Africa Division, Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland:

“UNAIDS is a longstanding and highly valued partner of Ireland. Ireland is committed to HIV prevention, especially for those at risk including adolescent girls and young women. Health systems strengthening is a priority for Ireland and we know that effective collaboration among global health actors is vital for strong and resilient health systems. It is very important to acknowledge successes, but we know that significant challenges remain. Ireland’s focus will be very much on reaching those who are furthest behind first. Ireland will continue to be a close partner of UNAIDS, and we will work together with affected communities and all stakeholders to end AIDS.”

Mr. Jean Bernard Parenteau, DG for Health and Nutrition, Global Affairs Canada: 

“What really concerns us is the increased vulnerability of women and girls due to the stigma of accessing sexual and reproductive health services, which continues to threaten progress. This is one of the reasons that motivates Canada to commit to making the Global Fund replenishment a success. This also motives Canada to continue its 10-year commitment to global health and rights in the fight against AIDS. Comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights are key to the AIDS response. With a feminist approach, a rights-based approach, Canada is committed to 2030 and beyond.”

Mr. Haoliang Xu, Associate Administrator, UNDP, on behalf of UNAIDS co-sponsors:

“The Summit of the Future is about the future of multilateralism, so this is the first concrete step to follow up on the implementation of the pact for the future. For HIV we know the job is not done. Every minute someone dies of AIDS and 1.3 million new HIV infections occur every year so there is a lot still to be done. The co-sponsors of UNAIDS commit to multilateralism and to ending HIV as a public health threat by 2030 and to sustain progress beyond 2030. We are committed to scaling up programmes to achieve results because HIV is about livelihoods, it’s about rights and it’s about dignity. We are committed to working effectively to achieve the task we set out to achieve.”  

The quotes shared above are only a sample from an event which featured commitments by dozens of leaders which are being compiled. UNAIDS will continue to update and share details.

UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires the world to achieve its shared vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. UNAIDS unites the efforts of 11 UN organizations—UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank—and works closely with global and national partners towards ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at unaids.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

GENEVA, 30 May 2024— The Government of Australia and UNAIDS have today signed a new multi-million-dollar partnership to strengthen the fight against both non-communicable and communicable diseases, including HIV, to ensure better health outcomes for people in the Pacific and Southeast Asia. The signing took place at UNAIDS during the 77^th World Health Assembly.

The AU$12 million funding agreement will support governments and local communities in the region to improve HIV prevention, testing and treatment while reducing stigma and discrimination. The funds will be dedicated to advancing the HIV response in Papua New Guinea, Fiji, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Cambodia over the next four years.

“This is an important investment for the region, and a valuable partnership for UNAIDS. It will deliver multiple benefits, including tackling rising HIV infections in some countries,” said Christine Stegling, UNAIDS Deputy Executive Director. “This much-needed financial support by the Australian government will go a long way in the fight to end AIDS as a public health threat in the Pacific and Southeast Asia by 2030. More than that, it’s a demonstration of Australia’s commitment to protect people’s health and human rights beyond its own borders.”

Efforts to prevent new HIV infections in the Pacific and Southeast Asia need to be scaled up urgently as epidemics are rising in a number of countries including Papua New Guinea, Fiji and the Philippines. Stigma and discrimination are contributing to the rise, obstructing access to HIV prevention, testing and treatment services, particularly for men who have sex with men.

The financial injection, for both HIV prevention and treatment, adds to the existing AU$25 million multi-year (2022-2027) partnership between UNAIDS and the Australian Government in the Asia Pacific region, representing an expansion of the longstanding programming partnership. It’s also part of Australia’s Partnerships for a Healthy Region – an Australian Government initiative that works with governments and civil society organisations in the Pacific and Southeast Asia to build resilient, equitable and inclusive health systems that can respond to shared health challenges.

“Australia’s domestic response to HIV has always recognised that the people closest to the issue are also best placed to lead on the solutions. As policy makers and funders we must listen, support, and build genuine partnerships with affected communities and civil society organisations,” said Dr. Lucas de Toca, Australia’s Ambassador for Global Health. “Australia is proud these principles of listening and supporting are central to our new partnership with UNAIDS and Health Equity Matters. This new partnership will support locally led solutions to the HIV epidemic in our region – enabling affected communities to lead the response.”

Domestically, Australia remains committed to ending its AIDS pandemic by 2030 and recently announced a AU$43.9 million investment to boost the fight against HIV. Australia is well on the way to reaching the 95-95-95 targets by 2025.

“This commitment is a practical expression of solidarity and co-operation between the people of Australia and our near neighbours in Papua New Guinea, Fiji, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Cambodia,” said Dash Heath-Paynter, Chief Executive Officer of Health Equity Matters. “By investing in the HIV response in our region we plant the seeds for a healthier, more prosperous future, with a lighter burden of stigma and discrimination. We recognise the leadership exercised by both the Australian Government and UNAIDS in making this commitment."

UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires the world to achieve its shared vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. UNAIDS unites the efforts of 11 UN organizations—UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank—and works closely with global and national partners towards ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at unaids.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

UNAIDS needs to increase funding to just 1% of the US$ 20 billion HIV resources to effectively support countries in their goal of ending AIDS by 2030

GENEVA, 28 March 2024—UNAIDS is urging donors for a modest increase in funding to ensure that 35 countries can end their AIDS pandemics by 2025, five years ahead of the 2030 target. Current funding for UNAIDS is at US$ 160 million, less than 50% than the resources available in 2015. For maximum impact UNAIDS estimates it will need US$ 210 million annually which represents less than 0.02% of total health spending in low- and middle-income countries.

“UNAIDS has remained a steadfast and dependable partner, advocating and leveraging the strengths of the UN system to catalyze action, secure commitments, mobilize stakeholders, generate authoritative data, empower communities, address vulnerabilities, and tackle barriers,” said Ruth Laibon-Masha, Chief Executive Officer, National Disease Control Council of Kenya. “Let us seize this historic moment, where we are united in our consensus that we need UNAIDS to be fully functional as we have no doubt of the contribution of UNAIDS to global health and its centrality to ending AIDS as a public health threat. Kenya reaffirms our commitment to UNAIDS by honoring our pledge to contribute funds in 2024 and invite other implementing and donor countries not to be left behind by also increasing their contributions.”

UNAIDS projects that fully funding the Joint Programme would enable 35 countries to achieve the viral load suppression targets by 2025. That achievement would save 1.8 million lives, prevent 5.7 million new HIV infections by 2030 and establish a solid foundation for the world to end AIDS by 2030.  

“If UNAIDS was not there, we would all be asking for UNAIDS to be established. While we celebrate the progress we have made, we still need a very strong and well-resourced UNAIDS to continue to drive that progress.” said Ambassador John Nkengasong, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Senior Bureau Official for Global Health Security and Diplomacy. “A generational threat requires sustained leadership - sustained leadership that comes with the sustained commitment to provide financing for UNAIDS. So it is always our commitment from the United States that we make UNAIDS stronger and will continue to make UNAIDS that body that provides that Northern Star for all of us.”

“We rely on UNAIDS to support the voice of communities most affected by HIV in national HIV policies and decision-making processes as well as in efforts to improve access to services and address stigma and discrimination and gender inequity” said Peter Sands, Executive Director of the Global Fund. “Ensuring that UNAIDS is adequately resourced is critical to achieving continued progress in controlling HIV.”

As Mary Mahy, Director of Data for Impact, UNAIDS explains, “Diseases go through a period of increasing new infections, and over time, after interventions are implemented, new infections start to decline and countries reach a point of disease control then elimination, and eventually eradication. But with HIV we have not achieved disease control globally and some countries are still in the increasing infections stage. So there is still a considerable amount of work to be done in the HIV response to achieve HIV disease control, elimination and eradication.”

In 2022, every minute someone died of AIDS, 4000 young women and girls aged between 15 and 24 became infected with HIV every week, and of the 39 million people living with HIV more than 9 million do not have access to HIV treatment.

“Pandemics tend to go through cycles of panic and neglect. But health security can only be delivered when we break these cycles and deliver and sustain the gains that we have made together,” said Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS. “With a modest increase in funding, over the next two years, UNAIDS can support 35 countries in reaching the 95-95-95 targets – and help sustain the gains. This will be an outstanding global achievement.”  

UNAIDS has developed a value proposition which highlights three key messages for the 2024–2025 period: 

• We know how to end AIDS as a public health threat. Taking this path is a political and financial choice. 

• A modest investment in UNAIDS will deliver maximum impact at the national and global levels.
• UNAIDS is uniquely placed as the lead of the global HIV response. Investment in UNAIDS is vital to invest to end AIDS, fight inequalities and save lives.  

UNAIDS is leading on the HIV response sustainability agenda, supporting countries to ensure well resourced, people centred and human rights-based HIV programmes that are increasingly funded through domestic resources. The sustainability agenda encompasses political, programmatic and financial sustainability, developed in close collaboration with PEPFAR, the Global Fund and other donors, countries and communities.

The agenda will consider the implications of the growing financial and debt crises faced by many low- and middle-income countries which are also highly affected by HIV. Approximately 60% of the resources for HIV responses in low- and middle-income countries came from domestic sources in 2022, compared to 50% in 2010. UNAIDS has a critical role in ensuring that political, programmatic and financial commitments for the HIV response are sustained.

“We all want the Joint Programme to continue to lead the AIDS response towards 2030,” said Kenya's Ambassador to the United Nations office in Geneva and Chair of UNAIDS Programme Coordinating board Cleopa K. Mailu. “It is the priority we make to the vulnerable people who need our support to lead meaningful and full lives. We must be able to find a collective solution to close the funding gap. Any moment we spend speaking of unsustainable funding for UNAIDS is a moment lost to save a life, prevent a new infection or a death.”

By fully funding UNAIDS and drawing on the technical expertise and geographical reach of its 11 United Nations Cosponsors, UNAIDS can continue to strategically lead and steer the response to HIV, based on data, agreed targets and principles laid out in the Global AIDS Strategy 2021-2026. UNAIDS can maximize the return on investments made by governments, PEPFAR and the Global Fund, and work hand in hand with countries to end their AIDS pandemics by 2030 and ensure sustainability into the future.

UNAIDS

The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) leads and inspires the world to achieve its shared vision of zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths. UNAIDS unites the efforts of 11 UN organizations—UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank—and works closely with global and national partners towards ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030 as part of the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at unaids.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.