The Treatment division creates community-facing resources for each of its initiatives as well as resources that touch upon several aspects of our work. Below is a collection of current resources that have been developed by the Treatment division.
Resources:
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National HIV & Aging Advocacy Network (NHAAN)
Launched in 2019, the National HIV & Aging Advocacy Network (NHAAN) is a grassroots network of individuals who advocate for the collective and cumulative interests of people aging with HIV. The Network envisions a world where individuals with HIV age gracefully, encompassing physical, social, financial, spiritual, and emotional well-being across all facets of their lives. The Network is a non-incorporated undertaking by NMAC’s 50+ Strong and Health Program.
Purpose of the Network
- Support efforts that enhance the physical, emotional, and financial health of older adults living with HIV/AIDS.
- Organizes meetings between NHAAN members and policymakers, federal officials, organizations, and other HIV advocates.
- Champion policies and programs that address the unique needs of long-term HIV survivors, including those dealing with trauma and chronic health issues.
- Provide education, advocacy training, and resources on aging with HIV, self-care, peer support, social media advocacy, virtual community organizing, technical assistance, and meeting facilitation.
Membership is open to:
- People living with HIV who are 50 and older
- People living with HIV since the time before effective HIV treatments (HAART/cART) were available
- Lifetime Survivors and Dandelions
- People who have been living with HIV for 10 years or more
NHAAN currently counts 260+ members from 37 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico, and anyone interested can apply for membership.
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Educational Webinar Series
Each year, Treatment organizes online educational webinar series that deal with the latest information and research regarding aging and HIV, advocacy and policy for older people, and report backs from the latest HIV conferences, such as USCHA, the Biomedical HIV Prevention Summit, IAS, and CROI.
The purpose of these series is to ensure our communities have a sustained learning experience and that information is presented in a way that is accessible to communities that most need the information. NMAC regularly collaborates with GMHC/ACRIA, FAPP, CDC, and other groups to develop, coordinate, and promote educational activities and webinars.
You can view past Treatment 50+ webinars here.
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Language Justice
Over the span of 12 months, NMAC partnered with Tilde to develop an inclusive process aimed at identifying enhanced language justice practices. The initiative advanced with the leadership of Damián Cabrera and Moisés Agosto, together with the Language Justice Committee.
Through a combination of internal and external activities, this project successfully gathered important insights on language justice. The report presents highlights from NMAC’s own language justice progression and encompasses reflections from staff and participants, best practices, and priorities for broader implementation. These findings not only contribute to NMAC’s work towards equity but are also aimed at supporting others seeking to incorporate a language-focused approach.
